Bill Melendez

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Marcie Steps into the Spotlight with her Own ‘Snoopy Presents’ Special

With today’s Apple TV+ debut of ‘One-of-a-Kind Marcie,’ executive producer Craig Schulz and director Raymond S. Persi continue the franchise’s recent focus on lesser-known ‘Peanuts’ characters, this time in a charming, all-new story of the gang’s shy, kindhearted introvert who finally finds her own, unique way to help her friends.

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Living the Life Headline News

Nancy Beiman’s ‘How I Finally Got to Live a Cat's Life: A Cartoon Diary 2020-2021’ On Sale Now

Dreaming of a cat’s life? The famed animator, author, and professor chronicles her pandemic-imposed feline staycation with humor and illustrations in her newest book, now available from major booksellers.

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Home Entertainment Headline News

‘Peanuts 70th Anniversary Holiday Collection Limited Edition’ Out October 1

From Warner Bros. Home Entertainment, the Blu-ray collection features three holiday specials, six additional specials and brand-new bonus content.

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In Passing Headline News

Don Lusk, Last Surviving Disney Golden Age Animator, Passes at 105

Winsor McCay Award-winning artist worked on numerous iconic films including ‘Pinocchio,’ ‘Fantasia’ and ‘Cinderella.’

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Events Headline News

Celebrate Latin American Animation March 24 at ELAC

Event will include screenings, a look at the making of the short film ‘Inner Workings’ and a tribute to the late Bill Melendez.

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Peanuts Headline News

‘The Great Pumpkin’ TV Special Returns October 28

Everyone’s favorite animated classic Halloween special, Charles Schulz’ ‘It’s The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown,’ airs Friday, October 28, on ABC.

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Blue Sky Brings 2D Sensibility to a 3D World for ‘The Peanuts Movie’

Animation supervisor Nick Bruno, art director Nash Dunnigan, lead color designer Vincent Nguyen, lighting supervisor Jeeyun Sung Chisolm and colorist Natasha Leonnet discuss the challenges of bringing Charles Shulz’s iconic characters to life in the latest CG-animated feature from Blue Sky Studios.