Legendary animator Richard Williams RIP aged 86
News / via The Hollywood Reporter / by Ben Simon, August 17, 2019

The Hollywood Reporter is reporting that legendary Who Framed Roger Rabbit animator Richard Williams has passed away at his Bristol home in the UK, aged 86. The multiple Oscar-winning animator, writer and director was also known for his Animator’s Survival Kit book and masterclasses, as well as his unfinished epic work The Thief And The Cobbler.

2019 San Diego Comic Con Exclusive
Event Coverage / by Dan Short, August 19, 2019

An exclusive recap of the annual convention, including coverage of Marvel 80th Anniversary through animation, She-Ra and the Princesses of Power, Seis Manos, and Sesame Street 50th Anniversary!

Box office slingshot doesn’t fling Angry Birds far
News / by Dacey Booker, August 18, 2019

The well-reviewed video game comedy made respectively less than its predecessor during its opening weekend.

The Angry Birds Movie 2
Film / by James R Whitson, August 14, 2019

Game over, hopefully.

Didier Ghez uncovers the hidden art of Disney’s early renaissance
Artists / by Jérémie Noyer, July 22, 2019

The author explains why the fifth volume in the celebrated They Drew As They Pleased series is a personal favourite.

SpongeBob celebrates 20 years with a Big Birthday Blowout and the Best Year Ever
Tooning In / by James R Whitson, July 12, 2019

Nickelodeon’s iconic series, SpongeBob SquarePants, has reached its 20th anniversary, and the network is celebrating the “Best Year Ever”!

Toy Story 4
Film / by Dacey Booker, June 27, 2019

Funny, suspenseful, and profoundly heartfelt, Toy Story 4 is the best Pixar movie in years.

The Calendar and Countdown app are back!
Tooning In / by James R Whitson, June 24, 2019

Count down to opening dates for upcoming animated films on our calendar, and carry the calendar in your pocket with our smart phone app!

Pixar Graphics Art Director Craig Foster on Toy Story 4
Artists / by Jérémie Noyer, June 17, 2019

Find out how fun it can be to create all the graphics seen in the Pixar films. There’s more to it than you think!

Director Juan Antin talks about Pachamama on Netflix
Directors / by Jérémie Noyer, June 10, 2019

This story of an initiation journey for a would-be shaman has its roots in the history and culture of Latin America. Learn more of this film’s development from its director.

Godzilla: King Of The Monsters
Film / by Dacey Booker, June 7, 2019

The newest Godzilla film delivers some satisfying monster mayhem, but it’s too bad the human drama is pretty silly this time around.

Arnold Leibovit on producing The Puppetoon Movie Volume 2
Filmmakers / by Randall Cyrenne, June 3, 2019

This exclusive interview touches on George Pal’s contribution to popular culture, and Leibovit’s own efforts to preserve that legacy, including his current campaign to restore more Puppetoons.

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