WATCH: Kurtis Hough Creates a Captivating World in ‘To See More Light’
Immersive short from Portland-based experimental filmmaker Kurtis Hough combines animation and live action to create an awe-inspiring look at the universe.
Watch: Disney XD Debuts ‘Two More Eggs’ from The Brothers Chaps
New series of cartoon shorts from the creators of web series ‘Homestar Runner’ incorporates a variety of animation techniques, including flash, CGI and animation mixed with live-action.
animago Extends Submission Deadline to July 20
Recognizing excellence in 3D animation, visual effects, visualization and game design, the animago AWARD will be presented on Thursday, October 15 at the animago AWARD & CONFERENCE.
High-Concept ‘Olive’ Short Backed by Kodak, Panavision & Avid
High-concept short from writer and director Aaron Martinez mixes gritty live-action 16mm film and handcrafted stop-motion animation to build an uncanny vision of the future.
Joshua Cox’s ‘Proximity’ Short Now Online
Award-winning CG-animated short film from Bent Image Lab director Joshua Cox explores the kitschy depths of love and betrayal between three porcelain figurines.
East Meets West at 2015 Anime Expo
Legendary superstar rock band KISS to receive prestigious 2015 “Special Commissioner’s Award” from Japan’s International Short Shorts Asian Film Festival for “Samurai Son” music video.
Box Office Report: ‘Jurassic World’ Dominates ‘Inside Out’
Universal and Legendary Pictures’ ‘Jurassic World’ ends Pixar's number-one opening winning streak, but ‘Inside Out’ exceeds expectations to score the top debut of all time for an original Pixar title.
Bronzit’s ‘We Can’t Live Without Cosmos’ Takes Cristal at Annecy 2015
Konstantin Bronzit’s ‘We Can’t Live Without Cosmos’ wins Cristal award for best short film at the 39th Annecy International Animated Film Festival, while Franck Ekinci and Christian Desmares’ ‘April and the Extraordinary World’ awarded Cristal for best feature film.
The Children’s Media Conference Announces 2015 Speakers & Highlights
VisFX powerhouse Scott Pritchard, 2D Sequence Supervisor from Industrial Light and Magic, to present a Masterclass revealing unseen content previews at The Children’s Media Conference 2015.
Bazillion Wins Gold National ADDY for Projection Mapping Spectacle
Multi-award winning animation and visual effects studio wins Gold National ADDY for 3D-animated architectural projection mapped video, ‘The Monument Comes Alive, celebrating Union Station Kansas City’s Centennial.
Special Prizes Awarded at Annecy 2015
Among 11 special prizes, Konstantin Bronzit’s ‘We Can't Live Without Cosmos’ wins Junior Jury Short Film Award at the 39th edition of the Annecy International Animated Film Festival.
Imagination Workshops and the World at Large: Part 2
Further reflections on how society has a critical need for igniting and cultivating imagination as the origin of all ideation, inspiration, invention and innovation.
Brown Bag Films Releases ‘Bird Food’ Short Online
Written and directed by Richard Keane and produced by Laura Roche with music by Darren Hendley, ‘Bird Food’ was commissioned by BSÉ/IFB Short Shorts.
Pete Docter’s ‘Inside Out’ Finally Arrives
Six years in development, one of Pixar’s most anticipated and important films in years hits U.S. theatres.
Gallery: Pixar's 'Inside Out' Concept Art and Console Progression
Take a look at some behind-the-scenes imagery from Pixar and Pete Docter's new film, 'Inside Out.'
Cartoon Network Brings ‘We Bare Bears’ to Annecy 2015
New original series from Daniel Chong -- the latest to come out of Cartoon Network’s short form animation program -- to receive exclusive screening at Annecy; Network returns to festival to seek next generation of talent.
Nickelodeon to Premiere ‘Pig Goat Banana Cricket’ on July 18
Irreverent comedy produced at Nickelodeon Animation Studios showcases a rich, layered world from popular creative duo Dave Cooper and Johnny Ryan.
Barajoun’s CG Feature ‘Bilal’ Reimagines an Epic Tale
The first CG-animated feature to be fully funded and produced in the Middle East, Barajoun Entertainment’s ‘Bilal’ is based on the story of Bilal ibn Rabah, a companion of Prophet Mohammed.
WATCH: DreamWorks Animation Unveils First Trailer for ‘Kung Fu Panda 3’
Directed by Jennifer Yuh Nelson and Alessandro Carlon, ‘Kung Fu Panda 3’ arrives in theaters on January 29, 2016.
Netflix Releases New Trailer for ‘DreamWorks Dragons: Race to the Edge’
New original 13-episode series from the studio behind the ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ franchise premieres worldwide on June 26.
Annecy 2015: GKIDS Picks Up Folimage’s ‘Phantom Boy’
GKIDS acquires North American rights for latest feature from Jean-Loup Felicioli and Alain Gagnol, the Oscar-nominated writers and directors of ‘A Cat in Paris.’
Call for Entries: World Wide Opportunities on Organic Farms
Winning proposal for a short film to inform people about WWOOF and its mission will be awarded a payment of 3,000€.
WIA Addresses Gender Disparity in Animation at Annecy 2015
Women In Animation co-presidents Marge Dean and Kristy Scanlan present findings and host a panel discussion with advisory board members Bonnie Arnold, Margie Cohn, Lenora Hume and Adina Pitt on the state of women in animation.
Illumination Unveils Teaser for ‘Secret Lives of Pets’
Stellar voice cast for the fifth Illumination Entertainment-Universal collaboration includes Louis C.K., Eric Stonestreet, Kevin Hart, Ellie Kemper, Lake Bell, Jenny Slate, Bobby Moynihan, Hannibal Buress and Albert Brooks.
Cartoon Network to Premiere ‘We Bare Bears’ on July 27
New original animated series developed as part of Cartoon Network Studios’ global shorts program was created by Annie Award-winning ‘Toy Story of Terror!’ storyboard artist Daniel Chong.
