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KingstOON is Coming! Festival and Conference Run April 21-25

The free online event starts tomorrow, using the latest technology to deliver a world class event to a global audience; attendees can participate in masterclasses, the perfect pitch boot camp, and discussions on industry trends – the event kicks off with a keynote by Jamaica's Prime Minister Andrew Holness.

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Animation Festivals Headline News

KingstOON 2021 Announces Matthew Luhn to Keynote Festival Kick-off

Prime Minister Andrew Holness will also join the event opening; free virtual event runs April 21-25; Luhn is an industry veteran storyteller, writer, and animator whose credits include the ‘Toy Story’ films, ‘Monsters Inc.,’ ‘Finding Nemo,’ and ‘Cars.’

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VIEW Conference 2021 Headline News

Next PreVIEW Event Set with Pixar Animation Studio’s SparkShorts

Join a free conversation with five directors from the studio’s in-house short film incubator: Madeline Sharafian, director of ‘Burrow;’ Bobby Alcid Rubio, director of ‘Float;’ Eric Milsom, director of ‘Loop;’ Stephen Clay Hunter, director of ‘Out;’ and Edwin Chang, director of ‘Wind.’

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Movies ANIMATIONWorld

‘The Essentials’ According to Brad Bird

On the eve of his debut co-hosting TCM’s classic film series, the two-time Oscar-winning director discusses his love of movies and the differences between big and small screen viewing experiences.

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Movies Headline News

Brad Bird Joins New Season of TCM’s 'The Essentials'

Each week, Oscar-winning director will discuss one of his top 20 classic films on the network’s popular franchise series showcasing some of the greatest movies in cinematic history.

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SVOD Headline News

Pixar’s ‘Onward’ Gets Early Digital and Disney+ Release

Dan Scanlon’s new film, currently in theatres, is now available to buy digitally; Disney+ release moved up to April 3.

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Animated Feature Films ANIMATIONWorld

Dan Scanlon Talks Elves, Magic, and How to Make a Film with Legs

The director and co-writer of Pixar’s 'Onward' discusses the sometimes circuitous creation of a modern fantasy.

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Oscars Headline News

CalArts Dominates 2019 Best Animated Feature Oscar Category

Three Oscar-nominated animated features – ‘Incredibles 2,’ ‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse’ and ‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’ were directed or co-directed by CalArts alumni.

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In Passing Headline News

Veteran Pixar Animator Adam Burke Dies

Artist was known for his tremendous talent as well as charm managing access to the studio’s secret Love Lounge.

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Annecy Headline News

Annecy to Screen ‘Incredibles 2,’ Honor Director Brad Bird

Film’s French premiere slated for June 15, with an honorary Cristal Award to be presented to Bird for his acclaimed work.

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Pixar Headline News

Jack-Jack in the Spotlight in First Teaser for Pixar’s ‘Incredibles 2’

Disney unveils the first teaser trailer and poster for the follow-up to director Brad Bird’s Oscar-winning 2004 animated feature.

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Awards Headline News

Art Directors Guild Gets Animated with New Award Category

ADG spotlights excellence in production design for animated features with new award and ‘Production Design in Animation: Celebrating 100 Years of Imagination’ theme for annual awards gala to be held January 27, 2018.

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Awards Headline News

Brad Bird to Receive ADG’s Cinematic Imagery Award

Two–time Oscar-winning filmmaker, director, producer, animator and writer to be honored at the 21st annual Art Directors Guild’s Excellence in Production Design Awards for his contributions to narrative design.

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People Headline News

New Video Offers Insights on Animation from Brad Bird

Video essay from Dutch filmmaker Kees van Dijkhuizen, Jr. provides insights into ‘The Incredibles’ director’s writing process, and why many people fundamentally misunderstand animation as a medium.