Spark Animation Festival Returns October 24 - 27
Begins: October 24, 2019
Spark CG hosts the 11th annual Spark Animation Festival in Vancouver, promising a window into the leading minds of GC and animation.
Category: 2D
The Dizzying Animated Thought Puzzle of ‘Albatross Soup’
Winnie Cheung’s fascinating hybrid short film documentary is based on 50 people’s answers to an entertaining but disturbing riddle solved asking only ‘Yes’ and ‘No’ questions.
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Netflix and Russo Brothers Teaming on ‘Magic: The Gathering’ Animated Series
'Avengers: Endgame' directors to oversee new and expanded Planeswalkers storylines for iconic game franchise’s first onscreen effort.
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Funimation Acquires UK Anime Distributor Manga Entertainment
Acquisition sets the stage for Sony Pictures Television subsidiary’s anime distribution dominance in the UK and Ireland.
WATCH: John Canemaker Talks Schultheis, Kahl, Tytla and Gertie History at FMX 2019
Oscar-winning animator, author, teacher and historian discusses Disney effects guru’s ‘lost notebook,’ ‘Golden Age’ Disney animation legends and Winsor McCay’s pioneering dinosaur.
In 2D, Books, Event, Films, People, Short Films, Technology, Visual Effects, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: Europe
E*D Studio’s New Plugin Converts 2D Drawings to 3D
PSD to 3D streamlines animation by turning sketches into moldable scenes using simple tools a novice can use
Rainbow’s ’44 Cats’ to Premiere on Nickelodeon June 10
Viacom’s deal with Italian studio brings new hit kids’ show to the U.S.
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Toonz Media Group Acquires Majority Stake in Telegael
Strategic venture will allow India-based Toonz to increase in-house IP development as well as European production for global distribution.
In 2D, 3D, Business, Cartoons, CG, Digital Media, Films, Games, Licensing, People, Places, Post-production, Production, Television, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: Europe
Mifa Announces Big Expansion and Special Slate of Events
Upcoming market during Annecy is set to break all previous attendance and size records with over 700 exhibitors inside a bigger exhibition platform, VR area, Buyer’s Club and new conference room.
In 2D, 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Places, Short Films, Technology, Television, Transmedia, Tutorials | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: Europe
Nickelodeon Releases Sneak Peek of ‘Blue’s Clues & You!’ Music Video
Remake of beloved kids’ show, debuting this coming November, will introduce groundbreaking interactive series to a new generation of preschoolers.
Calypso and 60s Cartoon Design Collide in ‘Guava Island’ Opening Titles
Six Point Harness animates stylized opening for secret Donald Glover and Hiro Murai 55-minute musical that just premiered at Coachella.
The Melbourne International Animation Festival Returns July 13-21
Begins: July 13, 2019
The world’s biggest window into Australian animation is back in Melbourne, featuring talks, screenings, and international programs that showcase the full range of animation.
NATPE Miami Marketplace and Conference January 21-23, 2020
Begins: January 21, 2020
The National Association of Television Program Executives invites you to join thousands of industry leaders and content professionals in Miami.
In 2D, 3D, Broadcast Design, Business, Cartoons, CG, Commercials, Digital Media, Event, Home Entertainment, Jobs & Recruiting, Licensing, People, Places, Television | Event Types: Conferences, Licensing, Screenings, Seminars / Workshops, Television, Trade Shows
The 2019 Anima Mundi Festival Needs Our Support!
Recent instability in Brazil has threatened the festival’s very existence; pledge your support now to ensure they can open their doors to animation fans this coming July 17.
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WATCH: Oscar Winner Doug Chiang Talks ‘Star Wars’ Visual Design at FMX 2019
Legendary artist shares concept design insights, George Lucas’ impact on his evolution as a designer, working through production design challenges and how he handles different opinions from strong creative voices on a film.
Nickelodeon Reveals Human Versions of ‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ Voice Cast
Voices behind SpongeBob, Patrick, Mr. Krabs, Sandy, Squidward and Plankton all play their real-life counterpart in ‘SpongeBob’s Big Birthday Blowout’ live-action/animated special coming July 12.
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WATCH: Season 10 First Look - ‘Archer: 1999’
Workplace dysfunction is even funnier in a vacuum as Adam Reed and FXX’s hit animated comedy launches into outer space, with the new season premiering May 29.
Comedy Speaks Truth to Power: ‘Our Cartoon President' Returns with Season 2
Showrunner R.J. Fried explains how Showtime’s biting satire on Donald J. Trump’s presidency is written, produced and defended.
MIP Junior is Back October 12 – 13
Begins: October 12, 2019
Cannes, France hosts the world’s leading kids’ entertainment industry event.
2019 Primetime Emmy Awards Coming September 22
Begins: September 22, 2019
The biggest night in television will air live (8-11pm ET / 5-8pm PT) at the Microsoft Theatre in Downtown Los Angeles.
Ameba TV and Nelvana Sign SVOD Licensing Deal
Favorite shows like ‘Class Of Titans,’ ‘Di-Gata Defenders’ and ‘Redwall’ part of 59-title library that will begin streaming immediately on kids’ subscription-based platform.
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Ottawa Animation Festival Submission Deadline Coming May 31
Entries in all short form categories as well as features, VR and commissioned work must be received by the last day of May.
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Mark Simon Celebrates 30 Years of Storytelling
Veteran story artist, author and AWN videoblogger, who recently relocated to Atlanta, is now storyboarding on the hit cable series, 'The Walking Dead.'
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Reallusion Launches Cartoon Animator 4 2D Animation System
New system, formerly known as CrazyTalk Animator, provides fast and versatile tools to help novices and professionals easily and expertly design and animate.
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Twitch Prime Rolling Out Crunchyroll Premium Loot
World’s biggest anime brand expanding collaboration with leading gamer fan platform in first ever non-gaming loot offer.
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