Catch You on the Flip Side
Creators and studios pivot to Southeast Asia as China jumps the shark.
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Geographical Region: Asia
Hiroshima Festival 2022 Reveals Selections in Competition
Out of 2,149 entries 54 films have been selected to participate in this year’s event running August 17-21; animated short and feature films will compete in either the ‘Pan-Pacific and Asia Competition’ or the ‘World Competition.’
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Silvergate and Tencent Bringing ‘The Creature Cases’ Animated Series to China
Animated by TeamTO and recently launched on Netflix, the animated action comedy is coming soon to families in the Middle Kingdom through Tencent Video.
2022 Animation Masters Summit Reveals Legend Awards
Indian artist, writer and activist Aabid Surti and Technicolor Creative Studios India head Biren Ghose will be honored at this year’s virtual summit; the even runs May 23-27 and registration is free.
Call For Entries: ASIFA India and Epic Games' Women Creators Program 2022
Submissions now being accepted through April 18 for paid virtual fellowships for women creatives from India, Singapore, Malaysia, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia; participants will be mentored and trained in virtual production.
Cartoonito Launches Across Asia
The preschool programming block debuted in Japan March 1 with ‘Thomas and Friends,’ ‘Pingu,’ and ‘Dorothy and the Wizard of Oz;’ the brand hits Southeast Asia and Korea today, with a slate of other popular series.
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Watch ‘Sky: Children of the Light’ First Look Teaser
At Anime Japan 2022, thatgamecompany shared concept art and storyboards revealing new characters and the expansion of its popular game franchise; ‘Sky Assemblies’ and ‘Sky Crafting Corner’ give fans a chance to take part in themed activities including arts and crafts, trivia, and in-game challenges.
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BASE FX Says it is the Victim of $234 Million Fraud
In a just filed lawsuit, the longtime Beijing-based VFX and animation company alleges that two Americans have swindled and pocketed millions from investors while raising money on its behalf.
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Super Nintendo World’s First U.S. Location Will Open in 2023
Designed by Nintendo and Universal Creative, the game-inspired theme park is set to raise its ‘M’-embroidered flag in Hollywood next year.
Has China Jumped the Shark?
China’s changing media environment and the pivot of attention to Southeast Asia.
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HwaHwa Studio and Run With Us Productions Ink ‘The Legends of the Meoshi Monsters’ Deal
Under terms of the new distribution agreement, Daekyo Kids TV will release the animated series in Asia beginning late summer 2022.
Hiroshima Artist-in-Residence Now Open for Applications
Hiroshima Animation Season 2022 will host 3 animation professionals from May 1- October 31; second application period kicked off February 1 with applications accepted until all positions are filled.
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Studio Ghibli Theme Park Reveals Opening Date, New Details
The first of Ghibli Park’s five themed areas will open to the public this November; check out how the park is shaping up in these new photos.
‘Night Bus’ Wins Sundance Short Film Jury Animation Award
The macabre short from writer-director Joe Hsieh continues its festival circuit success since qualifying for this year’s Oscars and scoring an Annie nomination for best short subject.
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Cartoon Network Invites Kids Around Asia to Redraw Their World
On January 8, the channel launches its re-energized brand, ‘Redraw Your World,’ that promises to deliver more inclusive programming to wider audiences; campaign partnerships include Crayola, NTUC, and Singapore Chingay Parade 2022.
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‘Poupelle of Chimney Town’ Challenges Us to Look Up, Not Down
Akihiro Nishino’s award-winning 3D/CG film features a young chimney sweep who hides his dream of seeing the stars - and world - beyond the smoke-filled town where he lives, until he meets an odd man made of garbage; film hits U.S. theaters December 30.
SIGGRAPH Asia Wraps First Hybrid Edition in Tokyo
2021 conference brought together over 3,000 computer graphics industry attendees from 41 countries, overcoming significant obstacles to attend the live program at the Tokyo International Forum in Japan.
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Pearl Studio Launches Dream Frame Program
The Chinese animation studio has announced new animated features in development, in conjunction with newly launched initiatives to exploring new genres, promote Chinese culture and authentic storytelling while seeking, cultivating and supporting emerging industry talent.
Celsys Announces Drawfest 2
The free live-streamed learning and art event, running December 18-19, will feature workshops and lectures including programs that invite attendees to participate with their own illustrations.
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SIGGRAPH Asia 2021 Hybrid Conference to Continue as Planned
With a comprehensive range of onsite safety and hygiene measures in place, event will welcome attendees in-person at the Tokyo International Forum from December 14-17; international attendees will join virtually from all over the world.
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Post Office Studios Tapped for Hershey’s Promo Video
Tempting spot for iconic confectioners ‘Cocoa’ and ‘Cocoa with Almond’ spreads introduces the brands’ new packaging; Cinema 4D with Octane Render used for authentic animation, with the mouthwatering chocolate swirl created through fluid simulations in Houdini.
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Toonz Launches ‘Toons Kids’ in Indonesia
The new channel follows the recently announced expansion of its platform entertainment business, with Zee Entertainment’s Mukund Cairae tapped to head new SBU Toonz Media Networks.
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Netflix Announces Expanded Anime Slate
Streamer plans to produce even more episodic and feature content, tapping Japanese talent and studios to expand its content library; announcements made at first ever Netflix Festival Japan 2021 include new anime titles ‘JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure STONE OCEAN,’ ‘The Seven Deadly Sins: Grudge of Edinburgh,’ and ‘Kakegurui Twin.’
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ASIFA India Celebrates International Animation Day 2021
The free event, running October 26-28, features masterclasses with industry leaders in animation, games and VFX; join Epic Game’s Arvind Neelakantan, DNEG, India’s Jigesh Gajjar and master of classical animation Glenn Vilppu for free online sessions.
