‘From Coraline to Kubo: A Magical LAIKA Experience’ Launches at Universal Studios Hollywood
‘From Coraline to Kubo: A Magical LAIKA Experience’ exhibit at Universal Studios Hollywood’s Globe Theatre runs August 5-14.
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LAIKA Teams with Nike on Limited Edition ‘Kubo’ Sneakers
LAIKA, Focus Features and Nike enlist designer Tinker Hatfield for customized Air Jordan collaboration celebrating the forthcoming ‘Kubo and the Two Strings.’
Explore the World of ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ with New Interactive Map
Social media campaign for LAIKA’s most ambitious film to date includes an innovative mix of Instagram grids, story-based video loops, and an annotated and interactive map of Kubo’s journey.
WATCH: New Featurettes Delve into the Mythology of ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
New behind-the-scenes videos from LAIKA's forthcoming stop-motion/CG-animated hybrid feature includes commentary from director Travis Knight and voice talent Charlize Theron and Matthew McConaughey.
‘From Coraline to Kubo: A Magical LAIKA Experience’ Launches August 5
Special event taking place at Universal Studios Hollywood’s Globe Theatre August 5-14 will showcase the evolution of LAIKA’s unique blend of handcrafted stop-motion animation and visual effects magic in an extensive display of original sets, puppets and props.
New Clip & Motion Poster Released for ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
Marking the directorial debut of LAIKA head Travis Knight, stop-motion/CG-animated hybrid feature is based on a story by Google Spotlight Stories animator Shannon Tindle.
Spectacular Final Trailer Unveiled for LAIKA’s ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
New trailer for LAIKA CEO Travis Knight’s stop-motion/CG-animated directorial debut reveals more of the mythical Japanese folk tale underpinning Kubo’s story.
Focus Features Unveils New Trailer & Art for LAIKA’s ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
New trailer and art work for the stop-motion/CG-animated hybrid feature unveils more of Kubo’s world, including the snowy tundra of The Ice Fields, the mysterious Garden of Eyes, The Hall of Bones, and The Far Lands.
New Trailer for LAIKA’s ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ is Truly Stunning
New trailer for the stop-motion/CG-animated hybrid feature showcases dramatic camera work, elaborate visuals and epic-scale storytelling.
LAIKA Celebrates a Decade of Filmmaking with New 10-Year Anniversary Reel
Acclaimed animation studio behind ‘Coraline,’ ‘ParaNorman,’ ‘The Boxtrolls’ and 2016’s ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ celebrates a decade of achievement; President and CEO Travis Knight renews pledge to push animated art form beyond expectations.
WATCH: Focus Features Unveils First Look at LAIKA’s ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
New teaser for stop-motion animated action-adventure set in mythic Japan gives a taste of the film’s ornate visual style and epic setting.
Heritage Auctions Readies LAIKA Studios Event
AWN’s Miscweant talks to Heritage Auctions about the upcoming LAIKA event planned for Thursday, February 12.
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Watch the 42nd Annual Annie Awards Live!
Black tie event at UCLA’s Royce Hall kicks off at 5 p.m. with Red Carpet arrivals and a VIP champagne reception, followed by the awards ceremony at 7 p.m.
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Coming Soon…to Your Living Room: Boxtrolls, Evil Dolls and Ninja Warriors
Timid Boxtrolls, an evil doll, and ninja warriors all team up on store shelves for this week's home entertainment releases on Blu-Ray and DVD.
The 87th Academy Awards: Animation Nominees React
Oscar nominees for Best Animated Feature and Best Animated Short at the 87th Academy Awards write and call in with their reactions.
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Cinema Audio Society Announces Nominations for 51st CAS Awards
Animated features nominated for the 51st Annual CAS Awards for Outstanding Achievement in Sound Mixing include Disney’s Big Hero 6,’ LAIKA’s ‘The Boxtrolls,’ DreamWorks Animation’s ‘How to Train Your Dragon 2’ and ‘Penguins of Madagascar,’ and Warner Bros.’ ‘The LEGO Movie.’
‘Grand Budapest Hotel’ Leads 2015 BAFTA Nominations
Nominees for Best Animated Film are Disney’s ‘Big Hero 6,’ LAIKA’s ‘The Boxtrolls’ and Warner Bros.’ ‘The LEGO Movie.’
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LAIKA Artwork Offered for Auction
Production puppets, models, props and original handmade art from Oscar-nominated animation studio to be auctioned on February 12, 2015.
PGA Nominates Five Films for Animated Feature Award
Award for Outstanding Producer of Animated Theatrical Motion Pictures to be handed out on January 25 at a gala ceremony at the Hyatt Regency Century Plaza Hotel in Los Angeles.
LAIKA, Focus Features Announce ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
LAIKA head Travis Knight making his directorial debut with new 3D animated stop-motion/CG hybrid feature set for release on August 19, 2016.
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114 Original Scores in 2014 Oscar Race
The 87th Academy Awards nominations will be announced live on Thursday, January 15, 2015, at 5:30 a.m. PT in the Academy’s Samuel Goldwyn Theater.
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Anima Fest to Spotlight Latvia, The Netherlands
With a special spotlight on projects from Latvia and The Netherlands, the 2015 edition of the Brussels International Animation Film Festival will be held February 13-22.
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72nd Golden Globe Nominations Announced
The nominees for Best Animated Feature Film are Disney’s ‘Big Hero 6,’ Reel FX’s ‘The Book Of Life,’ LAIKA’s ‘The Boxtrolls,’ DreamWorks Animation’s ‘How To Train Your Dragon 2’ and Warner Bros.’ ‘The LEGO Movie.’
LAIKA’s ‘Boxtrolls’ Lead 42nd Annie Award Nominations
Best Animated Features nominations include Disney’s ‘Big Hero 6,’ Bill Plympton’s ‘Cheatin,’ DreamWorks Animation’s ‘How to Train Your Dragon 2,’ Cartoon Saloon’s ‘Song of the Sea,’ Reel FX’s ‘The Book of Life,’ LAIKA’s ‘The Boxtrolls,’ Warner Bros.’ ‘The LEGO Movie’ and Studio Ghibli’s ‘The Tale of The Princess Kaguya.’
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LAIKA’s ‘Boxtrolls’ Land on Blu-Ray January 20
From Universal Pictures Home Entertainment, family event movie ‘The Boxtrolls’ available on Digital HD December 23 and on Blu-Ray combo pack and DVD on January 20.
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