The Animation Pimp: The Kids Eat It Up
Here’s a wee Pimp tribute to some of the most ass-kicking student films from the last 20-ish years.
Category: 2D
VIZ Media to Release ‘The Art of Princess Mononoke ‘
Studio Ghibli Library imprint celebrates Hayao Miyazaki and his groundbreaking animated film in a gorgeous hardcover art book featuring a new translation.
In 2D, Anime, Art, Books, Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Asia, North America
Hulu Orders New Season of ‘The Awesomes’
The adult animated show from Seth Meyers and Mike Shoemaker will be back with Season 3 in 2015.
In 2D, Cartoons, Interactive, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
Frederator Adds 200 New Channels, Expands Subscriber Base to 9.5M
Hundreds of creators flock to fast growing network as Frederator bolsters position as number one online animated network.
GKIDS Releases U.S. Trailer for Studio Ghibli’s ‘Princess Kaguya’
Animation distributor GKIDS releases the U.S. trailer for Studio Ghibli’s ‘The Tale of The Princess Kaguya’ featuring the English-language voice cast.
Coming Soon…to Your Living Room: Spiders, Toys & Mysteries
Web-slinging spiders, terrifying toys and super-creepy mysteries all team up on store shelves for this week's home entertainment releases on Blu-Ray and DVD.
In 2D, 3D, CG, Films, Home Entertainment, Television, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Cartoon Saloon’s ‘Song of the Sea’ to Premiere at TIFF
GKIDS celebrates three films at 2014 Toronto International Film Festival with world premiere of ‘Song of the Sea’ (TIFF KIDS), North American premiere of ‘The Tale of the Princess Kaguya’ (Masters), & North American premiere of ‘The Kingdom of Dreams and Madness’ (TIFF Docs).
Ringling Short Explores the World of Autism
Ringling College of Art and Design students Marisabel Fernandez and Alexander Bernard create ‘Listen,’ which attempts to give a glimpse into the lives of children living with Autism.
Enter the Animation Zone with New Clip from ‘The Congress’
A new clip from Ari Folman’s hybrid film ‘The Congress’ dives deeply into animated territory.
New Trailer Released for ‘The Simpsons’ FXX Marathon
FXX releases a trailer for its marathon of ‘The Simpsons,’ beginning at 10 p.m. August 21, to kick off the network’s acquisition of syndication rights of Fox’s beloved animated series.
In 2D, Cartoons, Event, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
VOTD Launches Video of the Day Competition
Recognizing the talents of the best short film and video makers of the world, VOTD seeks short films that are punchy, innovative, and encourage thought.
In 2D, 3D, Call for Entries, Commercials, Music and Sound, Short Films, Stop-Motion | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Nickelodeon Greenlights ‘Cupcakery of Doom’
Nick’s first-ever open call at San Diego Comic-Con yields animation project by Eureka, CA, comics writer.
In 2D, Cartoons, Digital Media, Interactive, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
Five Disney Classics Now Available on Blu-ray
Five classic animated adventures, ‘Tarzan,’ ‘Hercules,’ ‘Bedknobs and Broomsticks,’ the 10th anniversary of ‘Mickey, Donald, Goofy: The Three Musketeers’ and ‘The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad’ release for the first time ever on Blu-ray, DVD and Digital Copy.
DHX Media Seeks World Domination with ‘Supernoobs’
Brand-new animated comedy series from ‘Johnny Test’ creator Scott Fellows in production for Teletoon and Cartoon Network U.S.
In 2D, Business, Cartoons, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe, North America
Plympton’s ‘Cheatin’ Arrives in L.A. August 15
Oscar-winning animator Bill Plympton to attend the Los Angeles premiere of his new feature, Cheatin', on Friday, August 15, at the Downtown Independent Cinema.
In 2D, Event, Films, People, Places, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
Seven NFB Films to Screen at TIFF 2014
The National Film Board of Canada presents a diverse lineup of stellar titles at the 2014 Toronto International Film Festival, including Oscar winner Torill Kove’s latest short film, ‘Me and My Moulton.’
In 2D, Cartoons, Festival, Films, People, Places, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
Bent Brings the Party to CMT
Bent Image Lab creates eight new animated promos for Country Music Television's (CMT) ‘Party Down South.’
In 2D, Broadcast Design, Short Films, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
Stardust Teams with CYRCLE for DC Shoes
Led by Director Seth Epstein, the creative team at Stardust completes a new short film commissioned by DC Shoes featuring Design/Graffiti and Art Collective CYRCLE.
In 2D, 3D, Commercials, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Comedy Central Releases Trailer for ‘Moonbeam City’
The Moonbeam City police fight crime the only way they know how: in style.
In 2D, Cartoons, People, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
Watch a Preview of 'The Simpsons,' 'Family Guy' Crossover Episode
A five-minute trailer for the highly-anticipated The Simpsons-Family Guy crossover episode, first unveiled at Comic-Con International, arrives on the web.
Cartoon Hangover Launches New Series, ‘Manly’
Federator’s online channel debuts a new series from ‘Adventure Time’ storyboard artist and writer Jesse Moynihan and his brother, musician and ‘Adventure Time’ composer Justin Moynihan.
In 2D, Cartoons, Interactive, People | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
Watch the First Trailer for ‘The Spongebob Movie: Sponge Out of Water’
Paramount Animation and Nickelodeon Movies release the first trailer for the animated/live action hybrid, ‘The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water.’
In 2D, 3D, CG, Films, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Watch: Iron Man and Captain America Join Forces for ‘Heroes Unite’
Marvel releases a new clip for Iron Man & Captain America: Heroes United, available only on Digital HD, On-Demand and Disney Movies Anywhere on July 29th.
Mind Your Business: Pre-production Needs to Change
Rules MUST be changed when new ideas and innovations arise. Rules that keep us from moving forward are stupid.
Nicktoons to Premiere Anime Series ‘LBX’
Based on the extremely popular Japanese animated franchise, anime series ‘Little Battlers eXperience’ debuts in the U.S. on Nicktoons Sunday, August 24, at 10:00 a.m. ET; ‘LBX’ will be unveiled and promoted for the first time at San Diego Comic-Con.
In 2D, Anime, Cartoons, Event, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Comic-Con | Geographic Region: North America
