With the theme of feature films, the latest Acrobat version of Animation World Magazine is now available for download. Karen Raugust tackles the production of indie animated features. Phillipe Moins reports about the European scene. Chris Panzner kicks off his series on commissioned work, while Rick DeMott writes about the early 2004 Oscar buzz.
Bill Desowitz has his in depth coverage of THE INCREDIBLES, including a talk with director Brad Bird. Taylor Jesson chronicles the travels of SpongeBob SquarePants from TV to the silver screen. Janet Hetherington looks at Popeyes journey into CG in the direct-to-video release, POPEYES VOYAGE: THE QUEST FOR PAPPY. We also have our remembrance of animation legend Frank Thomas.
As for columns, the Animation Pimp takes a satirical look at some zombie-like animation associations. Dr. Toon addresses the complaints about the Looney Tunes Golden Collections. Nancy Cartwright writes about preparing for an audition and how to stay professional despite it all. The Career Coach gets into in the Thanksgiving spirit and reflects on the helping hands that gave us aid during the previous year. We also continue our book excerpts from Gene Deitchs HOW TO SUCCEED IN ANIMATION and Susannah Shaws STOP MOTION.
In events, Bob Swain reports back from Cartoon Movie Feature. Taylor Jesson reviews THE ART OF THE INCREDIBLES and THE ART OF POLAR EXPRESS books as well as five more shorts films in Fresh from the Festivals. And last, but not least, Fred Patten reviews five more anime home entertainment releases.
Rick DeMott
Animation World Network
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