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Two shows set in early 1600s Japan, FX’s 10-episode historical drama based on James Clavell’s 1975 novel, and Netflix’s animated drama about a mixed-race sword master living a life in disguise and shame while seeking vengeance, led the pack at the awards...

Executive producer and supervising director Tom Warburton talks about his new animated musical kids’ series that follows 5-year-old Berti and her friends as they navigate the...

Open the Portal’s David Braun and Aron Fromm talk about an almost fanatical attention to detail on their ‘Batman: The Animated Series’-inspired spot supporting today’s ‘Alien Elle...

How Times Have Changed ANIMATIONWorld

The Haunting Animated Prologue in Fully Restored ‘Caligula: The Ultimate Cut’

Painstakingly edited from almost 100 unseen hours of director Tinto Brass’ original work discarded by financier Bob Guccione in his infamous 1980 pornographic film release critics dubbed ‘a moral holocaust,’ art historian Thomas Negovan and graphic artist Dave McKean’s new version includes a rotoscoped intro depicting the famed emperor’s life; now playing in theaters.

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New GenAI-Based Creative Tools ANIMATIONWorld

Shutterstock and NVIDIA’s Text-to-3D Modeler: A Helping Hand for Sleep-Deprived Artists

Releasing to the public in early fall, the asset platform company’s new gen AI-based service, drawing from its library of over 500,000 ethically-source 3D models and 650 million images, will provide creators the ability to generate elaborate new models in seconds, helping them simplify their early design process, bypass busywork, and focus on customizing and animating their characters.

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Learning About the Philippines ANIMATIONWorld

‘The Filipino Story’ Explores the Philippines’ History, Culture and Social Dynamics

The 6-part 2D animated YouTube series highlights different aspects of why the Filipino people should be proud of their heritage and ancestral homeland, the archipelago discovered by sea-faring Austronesians over 4,000 years ago; its natural beauty feeds the people’s positivity, generosity and sense of hospitality.

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Dang that Guy Can Draw! VFXWorld

‘Harold and the Purple Crayon’ Hits the Hybrid Sweet Spot

Director Carlos Saldanha and VFX Producer Ken Wallace talk about coloring outside the lines to create Sony Pictures’ live-action/animated adaptation of Crockett Johnson’s famed kids’ book, now playing in theaters nationwide.

In 2D, 3D, Acting, Books, CG, Films, People, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

Talk to the Blade ANIMATIONWorld

The Beauty Behind the Blade: How ‘Blue Eye Samurai’ Brings Edo-Period Japan to Life

Creators Amber Noizumi and Michael Green, along with supervising director and producer Jane Wu, talk about their improbable hit animated historical drama, nominated for 2 Primetime Emmys and winner of 3 juried Emmys this past Wednesday, that follows a mixed-race Japanese sword master living a life in disguise and shame while seeking vengeance in the early 1600s; now streaming on Netflix.

In 2D, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld | Special Events: Emmy Awards | Geographic Region: All

Another What in The Wall? ANIMATIONWorld

‘Solar Opposites’ Season 5: A Honeymoon, Halloween Special and Homage to Chuck Jones

EPs Mike McMahan, Josh Bycel, and Sydney Ryan talk up their hit adult animated comedy’s new season mayhem, including less than marital bliss, The Wall takes a road trip, and a return to ‘fright night’ hilarity; now streaming on Hulu.

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Now That’s a Hoot Headline News

David Lowery, Alfonso Cuarón’s New Short, ‘An Almost Christmas Story,’ Coming to Disney+

The 'Peter Pan & Wendy' director and the 5-time Oscar winning-director’s animated film, about a curious young owl stuck in a tree bound for Rockefeller Plaza, stars Jim Gaffigan, Natasha Lyon, Phil Rosenthal and John C. Reilly, streaming this fall.

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Business Headline News

‘The Jungle Bunch’ and ‘Miss Moon’ Coming to German Speaking Territories

PGS Entertainment and Gropp Consultancy team up to bring the popular animated kids’ series to the region’s popular broadcast and streaming platforms.

In 3D, Business, CG, Digital Media, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe

Achievement in Animation Headline News

Cartoon Forum’s 2024 Tributes Nominees Announced

The annual awards celebrate European animation achievements; 12 companies compete this year for Broadcaster, Investor/Distributor, and Producer of the Year awards; the forum kicks off September 16 with Tribute awards presented closing day, September 19.

In Awards, Business, Event, Films, Guilds/Unions/Organizations, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Cartoon Forum | Geographic Region: Europe

Welcome to Hells Door! Headline News

Netflix Shares ‘Zack Snyder’s Twilight of the Gods’ Official Trailer

The action is fierce as the daring warrior Sigrid seeks vengeance against the Gods in this stylized 2D animated series, set in a world of Norse mythology filled with great battles, great deeds, and great despair; streams September 19.

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The Place to Be for Designers and Artists Headline News

LightBox Expo Reveals Expansive 2024 Program Lineup

The 3-day event, a celebration of the best in Animation, Live Action, Illustration and Video Games, returns to Pasadena October 25-27; over 200 hours of featured programming includes presentations, panels and workshops from leading industry talent.

In 2D, 3D, Art, Broadcast Design, Business, CG, Comics, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Films, Games, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Short Films, Technology, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: Lightbox Expo | Geographic Region: North America

A Stop-Motion Journey of Discovery Headline News

Exclusive: Bad Witch Pics Drops ‘Brim Broome Boulevard’ Trailer

New stop-motion film, animated by a team at Portland-based HouseSpecial that includes veterans of ‘Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio,’ ‘Wendell & Wild,’ and ‘The Nightmare Before Christmas,’ follows a child who wanders through a set of mysterious doors on a journey of self-discovery where fear and fashion intertwine.

In CG, Diversity and Inclusion, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

A Bond Like No Other Headline News

DreamWorks Animation Drops Final ‘The Wild Robot’ Trailer

Oscar-nominated writer/director Chris Sanders’ beautifully animated gem about a domestic robot shipwrecked on an uninhabited island who becomes the adoptive parent of an orphaned gosling while protecting the animals 'she' encounters hits theaters September 27.

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Awards Headline News

PFCAT 2024 Announces Animation Award Winners

The Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation & Technology, which wrapped last month, featured 160+ films in competition, including 90 animated shorts and features; animated films ‘Fulgores’ by Andrés Palma and ‘LUKi and the Lights’ each garnered wins in 2 categories.

In 2D, 3D, Awards, Event, Festival, Films, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All, North America

30 Years of Hellboy Headline News

RBmedia Releases ‘Hellboy and the B.P.R.D: The Goddess of Manhattan’ Audiobook

Written by Christopher Golden and Thomas E. Sniegoski with all-new cover art by Mike Mignola and Dave Stewart, the project celebrates 30 Years of Hellboy.

In Comics, Music and Sound, Voice Acting, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

indie animation Headline News

Watch: Nouns Fest 2024 Teaser

Coming to Downtown Los Angles, October 10, the wildly eclectic celebration of animation features 50 original shorts from a worldwide line up of unfettered artists; tickets are now on sale.

In Digital Media, Event, Festival, NFTs - Blockchain, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America

25 Years of Animated Excellence Headline News

Exclusive: Augenblick Studios Shares 25th Anniversary Showreel

The Brooklyn-based animation studio looks back at its 2 ½ decade ‘Wild Ride’ across a diverse path of projects, from Adult Swim’s ‘Teenage Euthanasia’ and ‘Superjail!’ to PBS Kids’ ‘City Island,’ each infused with the company’s unique brand of humor.

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Beware the Werelings Headline News

Gulli Greenlights ‘Wild Kat’ Animated Series

The new show from Watch Next, which blends fantasy, action, adventure, and humor for tween audiences, is set in a world where some kids can transform into hybrid creatures.

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Possessed by the Spirit of Halloween Headline News

Hulu Shares ‘Solar Opposites’ Halloween Special First Look Images

The ‘hauntingly hilarious’ Halloween Special Part 2: ‘The Hunt for Brown October’ gets spooky when the Spirit of Halloween visits the hugely popular adult animated comedy, streaming October 7.

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We Want More Blue Heelers Headline News

New ‘Bluey Minisodes’ Coming to Disney+

The upcoming batch of 7 episodes, which follow the brief, funny and sweet moments of Bluey and Bingo, stream October 7, then roll out on Disney Jr., Disney Channel and Disney Jr. On Demand throughout the week.

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The Purple Dinosaur Returns! Headline News

‘Barney’s World’ Animated Series Sets MAX Premiere

The upcoming show, which features original music and updated takes on Barney classics, debuts October 14, followed by a linear premiere October 18 on Cartoon Network.

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Business Headline News

Dandelooo, Canal+ Team on ‘Max & Rabbit’ Animated Kids’ Series

The 2D project, based on the book series by Astrid Desbordes, aims to teach children about emotions, how to listen, verbalizing, and solving everyday problems.

In 2D, Business, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Europe

Film Festivals Headline News

2nd Japanese Film Festival Comes to Croatia

The Japan Croatia Film Festival brings Anime to Zagreb September 21-23, connecting the countries through filmmaking; 3^rd Croatian Film Festival heads to Tokyo in November.

In Anime, Event, Festival, Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Asia, Europe

In Passing Headline News

Legendary Actor James Earl Jones Passes at 93

The prolific thespian and famed voice of Darth Vader and Mufasa passed away at his New York home on Monday; with a prolific career in film, television, and stage career, he was one of only a handful of actors to earn EGOT status.

In Acting, Films, In Passing, People, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

Celebrating Starfleet's Less Than Finest Headline News

Paramount+ Shares ‘Star Trek: Lower Decks’ Final Season Clip

The popular animated series heads into its 5^th and last season celebrating the underdog crew who are dangerously close to being promoted out of the lower decks and into strange new Starfleet roles; 10-episode season kicks off with 2 episodes October 24.