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Trolls Original Motion Picture Soundtrack
by Dan Short, September 30, 2016

Lacking context due to its early release, one Can’t Stop the Feeling! that the Trolls soundtrack has an identity crisis and could affect the film’s enjoyment.

Storks
by James R Whitson, September 28, 2016

Storks is the kind of movie you’ll want to watch over and over. With great animation, top-notch voice talent, an engaging story, and incredible humor, this film delivers.

Star Wars – Rebels: Complete Season Two
by Randall Cyrenne, September 26, 2016

All the excitement of Star Wars is present in Rebels, with solid specs and the addition of great bonus features in this second season set.

The Walt Disney Studios: A Lot To Remember
by Ben Simon, September 14, 2016

Becky Cline and Steven Clark prove there is a lot to remember about the Walt Disney Studios, and all of it worthy of discovering or revisiting in this lavish new book.

The Jungle Book
by Ben Simon, September 9, 2016

A terrific audio-visual presentation, commentary and documentary bolster this disc debut for Disney’s triumphant re-do, though it feels more might come in a promised 3D edition.

Raiders! The Story Of The Greatest Fan Film Ever Made
by Ben Simon, September 1, 2016

A terrific extras package makes up for a slight lack of focus in the main feature itself, which tells of a bunch of kids remaking Indy’s first screen adventure.

April And The Extraordinary World
by Randall Cyrenne, August 29, 2016

GKids gives us yet another slick international feature, this time an exciting steampunk adventure that utilizes the conceptual skills of cartoonist Jacques Tardi.

Kubo and the Two Strings
by James R Whitson, August 24, 2016

A beautiful looking film with a unique plot, some surprising turns, bold choices, and an emotional core, Kubo and the Two Strings is magical storytelling.

How Disney historian Didier Ghez wrote (twice) as he pleased…
by Jérémie Noyer, August 24, 2016

We talk to Ghez about the second book in his series that sheds light on unsung Disney artists and their work.

Kingsglaive: Final Fantasy XV
by Dan Short, August 23, 2016

Kingsglaive boasts the most impressive, photo realistic animation to date. But the narrative doesn’t live up to the storytelling standards of the video game franchise it is based in.

DC Superhero Girls: Hero of the Year
by Dacey Booker, August 23, 2016

Cute, spunky, and light on its feet, DC Superhero Girls: Hero of the Year should be super fun for its target audience.

Around the world with Mila: interview with Visual Development Supervisor Cesar Alejandro Montero Orozco
by Jérémie Noyer, August 22, 2016

Our latest update on the development of Mila focuses on the look of this ambitious independent short.

Sausage Party
by James R Whitson, August 14, 2016

Sausage Party is irreverent, pornographic, sacrilegious, bigoted… and pretty funny! The story is weak but if raunchy humor and seeing touchy topics get ridiculed is something you’re hungry for, then this film will hit the spot!

San Diego 2016 Comic-Con Exclusive
by Dan Short, August 2, 2016

An exclusive recap of the annual San Diego Comic Con, including the anniversaries of Captain America and NickToons, coverage of Moana, Nancy Cartwright’s first art gallery, and Animaniacs Live!

Ice Age: Collision Course
by James R Whitson, July 24, 2016

It may be a stale pun to make but it’s still funnier than almost everything in Ice Age: Collision Course: hopefully this franchise is now extinct.

Only Yesterday
by Randall Cyrenne, July 18, 2016

A young woman from Tokyo reflects back to her life at age ten, leading to a re-evaluation of who she is now. The final theatrical Studio Ghibli film to make it to disc in North America is now here.

The Secret Life of Pets
by James R Whitson, July 11, 2016

Secret Life barely checks the boxes for what it needs to do and never excels at any of them. A young studio like Illumination should aspire to more; hopefully they’ll learn some new tricks before they get too set in their ways.

Around the world with Mila: Additional Character Designer Matthew Bates
by Jérémie Noyer, July 10, 2016

Our exclusive look at Mila continues with another key member of the production team.

A History of DreamWorks Animation: Part Four – Can’t Stop The Feeling
by Dan Short, July 1, 2016

As Kung Fu Panda 3 arrives on disc, the final of a four-part series looks at the films that nearly caused DreamWorks to collapse and the few that kept the studio alive.

Anomalisa
by Ben Simon, June 28, 2016

Not for everyone, and certainly not for kids, Anomalisa reminds us that animation is a medium, not a genre, and can be used to tell all kinds of stories, from the fantastical to the mundane…in a fantastical fashion.

Elstree 1976
by Ben Simon, June 27, 2016

The Force isn’t too strong with this peek behind the masks of a bunch of Star Wars actors and bit-parters that’s as down to earth as its personalities and lacking a true spark of real content over curiosity.

Finding Dory
by James R Whitson, June 20, 2016

Finding Dory, like most Pixar films whether original or sequels, is unforgettable and should have animation fans hooked and craving more.

A History of DreamWorks Animation: Part Three – We Have…Dragons!
by Dan Short, June 17, 2016

The third of a four-part series looks at DreamWorks Animation building franchises while saying goodbye to their bread and butter Shrek series.

Alice Through The Looking Glass
by Dacey Booker, June 16, 2016

Spectacular visuals and a wonderful performance from Sasha Baron Cohen make this a Trip Through the Looking Glass worth taking.

Around the world with Mila: Writer (and Director) Cinzia Angelini
by Jérémie Noyer, June 13, 2016

The driving force behind this special project tells AV how she translated family memories into a short film, in this exclusive interview.

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Variety goes in-depth on Jeffrey Katzenberg in nine articles
via Variety, posted by James, September 30, 2016

M. Night Shyamalan developing animated Indian family comedy Eleven Little Indians for Fox
via Variety, posted by Dan, September 29, 2016

Adventure Time to end in 2018
via THR, posted by Dacey, September 29, 2016

Elsa and Max Goof? Frozen‘s Idina Menzel engaged to A Goofy Movie‘s Aaron Lohr
via Oh My Disney, posted by Dan, September 28, 2016

How G.I. Joe sold “wartime heroics” to a generation of kids
via THR, posted by Dacey, September 28, 2016

Darth Maul returns in new Star Wars Rebels clip
via Animated Views, posted by Dacey, September 28, 2016

Disney announces live-action Lion King remake with The Jungle Book director Jon Favreau at the helm
via ComingSoon, posted by Dacey, September 28, 2016

Clone Wars and Rebels’ Dave Filoni now in charge of all Star Wars animation
via io9, posted by James, September 28, 2016

A brief history of animation and live action onscreen together
via Inverse, posted by James, September 28, 2016

Disney considering bid to buy Twitter
via Bloomberg, posted by James, September 26, 2016

How Kubo was brought to glorious life
via Wired, posted by Dacey, September 26, 2016

Storks doesn’t quite deliver at box office
via Animated Views, posted by Dacey, September 26, 2016

The BFG stomping home in December
via Animated Views, posted by Dacey, September 24, 2016

Paige O’Hara, Mark Henn talk the legacy of Beauty & the Beast
via Nerdist, posted by Dacey, September 23, 2016

Storks opens
by James, September 23, 2016
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Warner Animation Group's Storks opens today, in 3,922 theatres according to Box Office Mojo. The film is getting mixed reviews from the critics, garnering a 56% at Rotten Tomatoes. The Wall Street Journal says. "The whole movie seems to be on fast-forward, with crushingly brainless dialogue, hollow imagery and no way of slowing down the febrile action or making sense of the chaotic plot", while RogerEbert.com counters, "Zippy and zany, cute and cuddly, Storks manages to balance wild humor with winning heart -- for the most part". BOM projects a second place finish for the weekend with $31.7 million.

Amy Schumer to guest star on The Simpsons, Bob’s Burgers, and Family Guy in one night
via Deadline, posted by Dacey, September 22, 2016

Another “every Simpsons ever” marathon is coming to FXX
via ComingSoon, posted by Dacey, September 22, 2016

Disney pulls “offensive” Moana Halloween costume after backlash
via USA Today, posted by Dacey, September 22, 2016

New international Moana trailer debuts
via Animated Views, posted by Dacey, September 22, 2016

First episode of Milo Murphy’s Law now available for free on Amazon and iTunes
via Animated Views, posted by Dan, September 22, 2016

New international Trolls posters released
via IMP Awards, posted by Dacey, September 21, 2016

Watch the first teaser trailer of Smurfs: The Lost Village
via Animated Views, posted by Dan, September 21, 2016

Princess Anna and Dory “meet” in Ellen Show clip
via Animated Views, posted by Dacey, September 20, 2016

Paige O’Hara gives Emma Watson her seal of approval for Beauty and the Beast
via USA Today, posted by Dacey, September 20, 2016

The first poster for Smurfs: The Lost Village is here
via Animated Views, posted by Dacey, September 20, 2016

Andy Samberg talks Storks
via Mail Tribune, posted by James, September 20, 2016

Storks producer discusses process behind finding voice actors
via The Fresno Bee, posted by James, September 20, 2016

Avatar interactive exhibit to open in Taiwan
via ComingSoon, posted by Dacey, September 19, 2016

First look at Anastasia Broadway musical revealed
via Hello Giggles, posted by Dacey, September 19, 2016

Ducktales reboot logo revealed
via Disney, posted by Dacey, September 19, 2016

Watch the trailer for the next animated Resident Evil movie
via Animated Views, posted by Dacey, September 19, 2016

Idina Menzel is supportive of “Give Elsa a Girlfriend” Twitter campaign
via Movie Pilot, posted by Dacey, September 19, 2016

Jurassic World 2 gets $260 million budget
via Comic Book, posted by Dacey, September 19, 2016

Japan naming 88 manga, animation landmarks to boost tourism
via Associated Press, posted by James, September 19, 2016

Cast, creator of Storks on making comedy and babies
via Hollywood Reporter, posted by James, September 19, 2016

Adult Swim animator and voice actor Clay Martin Croker passes away
via AV Club, posted by Dacey, September 18, 2016

Kristen Bell implies that Frozen 2 might be a long way off
via Animated Views, posted by Dacey, September 18, 2016

Watch the trailer for season two of Thunderbirds Are Go!
via Animated Views, posted by Dacey, September 17, 2016

Batman: The Animated Series is getting its own View Master VR experience
via i09, posted by Dacey, September 17, 2016

Zack Snyder reveals how Commissioner Gordon will look in Justice League
via Animated Views, posted by Dacey, September 17, 2016

Check out the new poster for The Lego Batman Movie
via IMP Awards, posted by Dacey, September 17, 2016

Michael Giacchino takes over musical score duties for Rouge One
via ComingSoon.net, posted by Dacey, September 15, 2016

Even more Moana posters released
via IMP Awards, posted by Dacey, September 15, 2016

Doctor Who’s Tom Baker will guest star on Star Wars Rebels
via USA Today, posted by Dacey, September 15, 2016

New Trolls website lets users “Trollify” themselves
via DreamWorks Animation, posted by Dacey, September 15, 2016

Apple’s new messenger app has a glitch that (somehow) leads to adult My Little Pony imagery
via The Guardian, posted by Dacey, September 15, 2016

Is modern society becoming more like WALL-E’s future?
via Newstatesman, posted by Dacey, September 15, 2016

Well that was quick: 200 DreamWorkers lose jobs under NBCUniversal
via The Hollywood Reporter, posted by Ben, September 15, 2016

The new trailer for Moana is here
via Animated Views, posted by Dacey, September 15, 2016

Harley Quinn movie “won’t be a solo film”; Margot Robbie executive producing
via Comic Book, posted by Dacey, September 14, 2016

Batman’s new suit in Justice League revealed
via ComingSoon, posted by Dacey, September 14, 2016

The new trailer for Trolls is here
via Animated Views, posted by Dacey, September 14, 2016

Sing gets extremely warm reception at TIFF premiere, could be heavy hitter in Oscar race
via Deadline, posted by Dacey, September 14, 2016

Another new Moana poster revealed
via IMP Awards, posted by Dacey, September 14, 2016

Watch Fairly OddParents creator Butch Hartman draw various cartoons in his show’s style
via Animated Views, posted by Dacey, September 14, 2016

Smurfs: The Lost Village teaser trailer smurfing online next week
via Animated Views, posted by Dacey, September 14, 2016

Turner acquires ten Star Wars films in massive TV contract
via Deadline, posted by Dacey, September 14, 2016

Trey Park and Matt Stone discuss twenty seasons of South Park (contains mature content)
via THR, posted by Dacey, September 14, 2016

Things get serious in new Star Wars Rebels trailer
via Animated Views, posted by Dacey, September 13, 2016

Jeffrey Katzenberg and the future of Hollywood
via Fortune, posted by James, September 13, 2016

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