Enchanted video game trailer
Disney Interactive has released a trailer for the video game Enchanted, based on the upcoming Disney movie of the same name. FileFront has made the trailer available to view or download. |
More Simpsons Movie clips, images
As reported yesterday, MySpace and Moviefone are currently offering exclusive clips from The Simpsons Movie. Now, word arrives that MSN and IGN Movies are likewise showcasing scenes from the film. In the meantime, Latino Review has acquired a noteworthy collection of Simpsons Movie images. The Simpsons Movie is scheduled to enter theaters nationwide on July […] |
Cartoon Network news reveals Powerpuff return
In a summary of the latest news happening at Cartoon Network, The Animation Guild Blog writes that a half-hour special for The Powerpuff Girls is in the works. The report also indicates that the creator of Billy and Mandy is readying two pilots for shows not named in the article, while noting that Network has […] |
TV to DVD: Aquaman, Casper, Family Guy
TV Shows on DVD has the full cover artwork for The Adventures of Aquaman – The Complete Collection and The Spooktacular New Adventures of Casper – Volume 1. Meanwhile, the site has the details on the Family Guy – Freakin’ Party Pack, coming October 30. Containing the series’ first five DVD volumes, as well as […] |
Homer Simpson to appear on The Tonight Show
USA Today reports that none other than Homer Simpson will make a special guest appearance on NBC’s The Tonight Show With Jay Leno, next Tuesday, July 24th, to promote the upcoming Simpsons Movie. Homer Simpson will be restricted to making a brief appearance during the show’s opening monologue. “I understand I’m doing a monologue,” Simpson […] |
Larry Loc-s horns with Amid Amidi in open letter
Already a controversial figure for some, Cartoon Brew‘s Amid Amidi has found himself in ASIFA-Hollywood Executive Board member Larry Loc’s sights after Amidi penned some disparaging remarks about the organization’s annual Annie Awards. Amidi campaigned for recognition to Disney animator Art Stevens and branded ASIFA “useless” when Stevens passed away this past May without an […] |
EXCLUSIVE! Mark Smith talks Art of Flash
With Animated Views, Mark Smith, the owner and operator of MarkToons Video Animation, recently took the time to share some thoughts regarding his latest book, The Art of Flash Animation: Creative Cartooning. The publication examines how one may best apply the popular software, while also discussing other rules and tips that may help those working, […] |
Beowulf score preview
Two Youtube clips featuring composer Alan Silvestri working on his musical score for Beowulf can be viewed at CHUD. While a release date for the soundtrack is unknown, the film will be hitting theaters this November. |
Ratatouille #1 in mid-year report
Taking top spot in a mid year report, Rotten Tomatoes reports that, according to their standards, the animated comedy Ratatouille is the best-reviewed film of 2007 thus far. The Parisian-set tale is the only animated film to make the list, which consists of 25 movies released this year. Summing up the opinions of various reviewers, […] |
Hi-def, Blu-Ray, and all that Jazz…
Mark Smith on The Art Of Flash Cartooning plus thoughts on the latest attempts from the high-definition camp to lure us all to the Blu way of life… |
Clips: The Simpsons Movie
MySpace and Moviefone each are offering different, new clips from The Simpsons Movie. One of the noted scenes involves a greater sneak peek at the popular Spider-Pig from the film’s latest trailer. The Simpsons Movie will open in theaters nationwide on July 27. |
Pixar, 'old-school at heart'
In a piece that includes spoilers regarding certain Pixar movies such as Ratatouille, the Associated Press via PalmBeachPost.com speculates on the work history of Pixar, noticing the production and reception of the films. Ratatouille director Brad Bird and Steven Higgins, curator of film and media at the Museum of Modern Art, provide their thoughts on […] |
Casper's Spooktacular DVD menus
TV Shows on DVD displays two of the DVD menus for The Spooktacular New Adventures of Casper – Volume 1. With the series being an animated spin-off of the 1995 live-action/CGI Casper, the DVD will hit stores on September 18. |
Hungarian Ratatouille poster
The Internet Movie Poster Awards showcases a Hungarian one-sheet for Disney/Pixar’s critically-acclaimed hit Ratatouille. In this poster, the lovable rat Emile takes center stage to show off his talent. |
Visit Dragon's Lair in HD DVD
DVD Active has the cover artwork and details regarding the HD DVD for Dragon’s Lair. Coming August 15, the release will include such bonus features as a commentary by the game’s creators, as well as interviews with Don Bluth, Gary Goldman and Rick Dyer. |
Streaming links to Bee Movie Trailer C
Below are streaming links to the new Bee Movie (www.BeeMovie.com) trailer in a variety of formats: |
Sand's not just for beaches anymore
Soon to be a rival to hand-drawn, stop motion, computer-generated, and motion capture animation is . . . sand animation. The web edition of The Orange County Register features Hungarian sand animator Ferenc Cako, who tells stories with sand in front of admiring audiences. “With just an overhead projector, a movie screen and a few […] |
Tom & Jerry Tales: Volume 2
Tom and Jerry return in 12 more episodes from their latest television show! |
Sean Penn and Iggy Pop to voice English version of Persepolis
AWN reports that the North American version of the animated film Persepolis will feature the voices of Sean Penn and Iggy Pop. Based on Iranian author Marjane Satrapi’s graphic novel of the same name, Perspolis tells the true story of a girl and her upbringing during Islamic revolution in Iran. Winner of jury prize at […] |
Ten funniest The Simpsons episodes ever
Vanity Fair has come up with a list featuring the ten best Simpsons episodes ever. The oldest episode featured in the list is from Season 3, 1991. The list was compiled by a contributing editorial associate with help from a few of their other editors. |
The Simpsons Game trailer
A trailer for the video game adaptation of The Simpsons Movie can currently be viewed at GameTrailers, in Flash, Quicktime, and Windows Media. Hitting shelves this October, The Simpsons Game will be available to Playstation 2, Playstation 3, XBox 360, and Wii users. |
Radio characters get animated
o-meon reports that Click and Clack, Public Radio’s famous Tappet brothers, are to become the first-ever animated primetime series for PBS launching in summer 2008. “The fast-paced series will take off where the radio series ends, focusing on the adventures of Click and Clack and their crew of mechanics and co-workers.” The new series will […] |
Guardian on the demise of The Simpsons, plus animated Allen
The UK’s Guardian newspaper today prints an article that pinpoints the exact date The Simpsons went from being “dizzyingly intelligent, daring, exhilarating stuff” to a “stupid shade of what it used to be [with] cheap, idle storytelling” – 1997. This was the year of creative team change at Groening Central, and the piece, available to […] |
DC heroes headed to DVD
TVShowsOnDVD has announced two new animated DVD sets to be released soon based on DC Comics superhero characters television series. The first, The Adventures of Aquaman, will feature 36 episodes which originally aired from 1967-68, while the second, The Super Powers Team: Galactic Guardians, will feature 10 episodes from 1985. Both sets will be released […] |
Simpsons Avatar Generator
The official website for The Simpsons Movie allows one to create, in paper-doll fashion, an avatar of themselves (or anyone they prefer, real or fictional) in true Simpsons-like appearance. The website also features several games, a tour of Springfield, and more. |
Renaissance comes to DVD for wider audience
On July 24th, Buena Vista Home Entertainment will release the blacker than black detective noir thriller Renaissance, which got an extremely limited theatrical run in 2006, on DVD through their Miramax imprint. In the vein of Blade Runner, Minority Report and Sin City, this cel-shaded CGI animation’s English dub cast features the voice of Daniel […] |
Springfield, Vermont to host The Simpsons Movie premiere
Reuters reports that the US town of Springfield, Vermont, has beaten 13 rivals and will host the premiere of The Simpsons Movie. The Vermont town, won an online vote with a video showing a Homer Simpson look-alike chasing a giant, pink doughnut through the town. |
Ratatouille virtual tour
MovieFone hosts a fun virtual tour of several sets created for the feature film, Ratatouille. Users can explore Gusteau’s kitchen, Linguini’s Apartment, and other various rooms with Remy the rat as your guide. |
Mark Smith talks Art of Flash
Mark Smith talks about his latest book, The Art of Flash Animation: Creative Cartooning, while also reminiscing about his career thus far. |