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‘Curses!’ Blends Horror, Comedy, and Action with a Dad Turned to Stone

By Dan Sarto | Friday, October 27, 2023 at 1:35pm

Jim Cooper, Jeff Dixon, and Leo Riley talk about the spooky tone and unique animation style of their all-new DreamWorks series that teams two smart kids - and their mom - in a race to return artifacts stolen by their ancestors and lift the curse to get their dad back; just in time for Halloween, the show hits Apple TV+ today, October 27.

We Want Fast Food Items as Neighbors Headline News

Adult Swim Releases ‘Aqua Teen Hunger Force’ Season 12 Trailer

The fast-food trio returns, picking up where they left off 8 years ago, solving all of life’s modern issues through acts of sheer stupidity; new season debuts Sunday, November 26, with each episode streaming on Max the next day.

Talk to the Blade Headline News

Netflix Drops ‘Blue Eye Samurai’ Cinematic Masterpiece Trailer

The series’ 25-track soundtrack, now available, immerses viewers in the sounds of the upcoming 8-episode adult animation series, set in Edo-period Japan, that tells the story of a master of the sword who lives a life in disguise while seeking revenge; watch it November 3.

Beginnings of a King Headline News

Original Animated Kids' Series ‘Young David’ to Stream November 10

The upcoming show, which brings to life the growing years of one of the greatest kings in history, will be available on the Minno Kids streaming service and the Angel Studios streaming platform and app, with new episodes airing once a month. 

Am I This Dull? Headline News

Netflix Drops ‘Carol & The End of The World’ First Look Images

Created by Dan Guterman, the existential animated adult comedy follows Carol, a quiet and uncomfortable woman who stands alone, lost among the hedonistic masses; streaming globally in December.

Training Headline News

Final Pixel Academy Launches Virtual Production Fellowship and Master Class

Exclusively for candidates in Scotland, the 3-year fully funded fellowship is now accepting applications through November 17; in partnership with NYU, the Virtual Production Master Class begins on October 30, applications are open.

A Terrarium Life for Me Headline News

Netflix Announces Free ‘Leo’ Screenings Ahead of Streaming Premiere

Check out the new TV spot for the coming-of-age animated musical comedy that follows the eponymous 74-year-old lizard as he plans to escape his decades-long terrarium home after discovering he has only one year to live; tickets now available for special preview screenings at 150 theaters across the U.S. November 11-12.

More Fun with Trolls Headline News

DreamWorks Animation, Universal Announce ‘TrollsFest’ Immersive Fan Event

In celebration of the studios’ upcoming feature, ‘Trolls Band Together,’ guests can enjoy makeovers, dance lessons, and an on-stage performance with BroZone, as well as giveaways, exclusive merchandise, sneak peeks and more, November 3-5 at LA’s Westfield Century City in the Atrium. 

They Met the Challenge Headline News

The 2023 24 HOURS Animation Contest Winners Announced

Over 2,100 students met the challenge, producing a 30-second animation in under 24 hours; teams from 90 colleges and 14 high schools participated, with winners receiving over $165k in prize packs and cash.

Celebrating the Best in Animation Headline News

‘Chicken for Linda!’ Takes Grand Prize at AiF 2023

The 6th edition of Animation is Film announced winners for its 5-day festival that kicked off with Studio Ghibli’s just-released 'The Boy and The Heron,' directed by Hayao Miyazaki, and wrapped with director Sam Fell and Peter Lord presenting Aardman's upcoming film, ‘Chicken Run: Dawn of The Nugget.’

And the Winner Is… Headline News

2023 Student Academy Award Medalists Revealed

In animation, ‘Boom’ takes Gold, with ‘Diplomatie de l’Éclipse,’ and ‘Mum’s Spaghetti, earning Silver and Bronze respectively; winning films now eligible for 2023 Oscars.

It’s Anime-zing Headline News

Crunchyroll Launches on Prime Video

Sony’s hugely popular subscription-based anime platform is now available on the streamer in the U.S., Canada, Sweden, and the U.K., with additional territories launching in 2024, allowing users to easily stream anime content.

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Cinesite Goes All Mysterious for Kenneth Branagh’s ‘A Haunting In Venice’

Production VFX Supervisor Artemis Oikonomopoulou talks ghosts, cryptic water messages, and 1947 Venice, along with lots of invisible effects – and some CG bees – on the director’s third outing as famed Belgian detective Hercule Poirot in the latest cinematic adaptation of an Agatha Christie novel.

Answer the Call Headline News

New ‘Migration’ Trailer Features Taylor Swift’s ‘Out of the Woods’

From Illumination, the house that brought us ‘Despicable Me’ and ‘Minions’ franchises, comes a new original comedy that follows a feathered family vacation from New York City to tropical Jamaica that manages to go awry, flying into theaters December 22. 

VFX for films Headline News

VFX Breakdown Reel: VFX Legion Enhances Bone-Chilling ‘Totally Killer’

The visual effects boutique delivers 170+ shots for Nahnatchka Khan’s horror-comedy, adding visceral impact with invisible effects including CG blood-covered knife blades and digital removal of blood-filled prosthetics; check out the breakdown reel – film now streaming on Prime Video.

Technology Advancing Art Headline News

NVIDIA and AMD Unveil Workstations that Bring Accelerated AI to the Desktop

By Dan Sarto | Monday, October 23, 2023 at 11:24am

Machines featuring NVIDIA RTX Ada Generation GPUs and AMD Ryzen Threadripper PRO Processors will be available next month for preorder from Dell, HP, and BOXX; new trained AI models offer accelerated 3D rendering, simulations, and content creation.

call for entries Headline News

Call for Entries: 7th Edition Ibero-American Animation Quirino Awards

The event promotes the Ibero-American animation market and its talent; deadline for submissions is December 14, 2023 - the event runs May 9-10, 2024.

VFX for Film Headline News

VFX Breakdown Reel: Digital Domain Adds Non-Stop Thrills to ‘Extraction 2’

VFX team seamlessly integrated 99 individual shots into a 22-minute oner spanning a prison escape, car chase and train crash; directed by Sam Hargrave and written by Joe Russo, the action-adventure is now streaming on Netflix.

Technology Headline News

BOXX APEXX S3 Now Features Intel Core i7 and i9 14th Gen Processors

The leading hardware innovator among first to ship new systems with next-gen Intel processors, optimizing performance for CAD, 3D design and motion media.

careers in animation Headline News

Podcast EP 229: Mindy Johnson On Women in Animation & ‘Pencils Vs Pixels’

The award-winning author, historian, filmmaker, and educator discusses animation’s history and the upcoming documentary highlighting Disney’s transition from hand-drawn to CG animation.

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