See-Saw and Michael Ende Productions have teamed to adapt the beloved 1979 fantasy novel, which follows a child, Bastian Balthasar Bux, who discovers a mysterious book that leads him on a journey through the realm of Fantastica; story last hit cinemas in 1984.
‘The Underground Railroad’ actor parts ways with the Marvel Studios film, starring Mahershala Ali, Mia Goth, and Delroy Lindo, about the half-human, half-vampire Eric Brooks as he seeks revenge for the death of his mother; the movies slices into theaters November 7, 2025.
UCLA Film & Television Archive’s free biannual event showcases the latest restoration projects, featuring a line-up of films reflecting the breadth of moving image history; April 6 screening of restored animated classics includes ‘French Fried,’ ‘Musical Memories,’ ‘Japanese Lanterns,’ and ‘Red Riding Hood.’
Known for his work on ‘Total Recall,’ the visual effects artist, filmmaker, and VES 2023 Founders Award recipient passed away peacefully in his sleep.
Streaming April 12, the live-action/animated hybrid film sees the modern iteration of the legendary character, created by Walter Lantz, find what he thinks will be his forever home at Camp Woo Hoo.
The new holding company housing MPC, Mikros Animation, The Mill, and Technicolor Games plans a gradual transformation from VFX and animation businesses to a singular ‘visual experiences’ company delivering cutting-edge technology in visual storytelling.
The rumored R-rated project was recently revealed by Instagram insider CanWeGetToast, with no current word on plot details or animation studio.
Potential projects include a currently shelved ‘girl power’ film headlined by Margot Robbie, and a project written by Craig Mazin and Ted Elliot, both sans the iconic franchise lead Johnny Depp.
Holy Chestbursters… the xenomorphs are back! And like exchange students they’re looking for hosts! Produced by Ridley Scott, the ninth entry in the immensely popular and enduring ‘Alien’ franchise hits theaters August 16, 2024.
Everyone faces rejection, which is part of the career journey; it’s what you do after getting turned down that makes the difference.
129 short films and 6 feature-length films will compete at the Stuttgart International Festival of Animated Film, running April 23-28.
The all-new film, a prequel to Cartoon Network’s ‘Craig of the Creek’ series, follows Craig when he was just Craig – a new kid in town who wants to head back to his old home; available on digital and coming to DVD March 26.
The upcoming Warner Bros. Television and DC Studios 8-episode series continues Matt Reeves’ ‘The Batman’ epic crime saga with stories focused on the 'In Bruges' and 'The Banshees of Inisherin' star's Oz Cobb; streaming this Fall.
Kate Herron will direct and co-write the screenplay with Briony Redman; the project will adapt the beloved life simulation video game released in 2000, which offers ever-expanding content spanning over two decades.
The director explains that while his movie is mainly advertised as a horror film, ‘It leans more heavily into adventure and fantasy’ and ‘feels more like ‘The Goonies’ with young adults,’ also noting that with a mix of 2D animation and VFX, it tackles ‘the dark side of nostalgia, and how it can lead to depression and trauma.’
The event runs March 29-31 and features 900+ exhibitors and movie and TV programming exclusives; ASIFA panels include ‘Animation Superstars: Movers and Shakers,’ ‘The Greatest Cartoons Ever!’ and ‘Monsters of Adult Animation.’
Tim Burton and Michael Keaton team up once more in the highly-awaited ‘Beetlejuice’ sequel that finds 3 generations of the Deetz family unexpectedly reunited with the mischievous demon and his particular type of mayhem, coming to theaters September 2024.
Directors Chris Buck and Fawn Veerasunthorn introduce the song, sung by Victor Garber, that didn’t make the final film, but did make the special material packaged with the animated musical’s Digital, 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD releases, all now available.
Producers are in the process of attaching a studio partner for the latest adaptation of the iconic, spinach-loving 1920s comic book character.
‘La Saison Pourpre’ and ‘It’s Just a Whole’ also take home awards at the Lisbon Animation Festival’s 23rd edition that wrapped up last week.
The in-person festival runs festival April 4-6 and celebrates over 100 animated films and their creators, showcasing the beauty, the weird, the awe-inspiring, and everything in between.
This year’s festival takes place April 5-14 in Utrecht, Amsterdam and online; it will explore the theme of ‘home’ in animation.
The 3-day international animation festival, running April 5-7 in Brighton, England encompasses a global perspective and provides an accessible venue for everyone to learn about animation.
The oldest Greek animation festival returns virtually for its 19th edition March 28 – 31.
The international animation festival returns April 14-20 to Bydgoszcz, Poland for short film competitions, animation screenings, masterclasses, and workshops.
