Even the powers of the Mask were not enough to help Son of the Mask get good reviews, as the film enters theaters this weekend, with an abysmal Rotten Tomatoes score of 2%. Fred Topel of About.com is one of the few critics who praise Son of the Mask, stating, “There are people who hate […]

Moviefone has a six minute clip from Robots. The computer-animated comedy gears up in theaters on March 11, 2005.

The New York Post comments on the “reimagined” Looney Tunes, the “Loonatics”, coming to Kids’ WB and Cartoon Network this fall. Loonatics includes new versions of Bugs Bunny (now referred to as “Buzz Bunny”), Daffy Duck, Wile E. Coyote, the Tasmanian Devil, Road Runner, and Lola Bunny. “This is a kids show intended for kids […]

The Sun and Singpao.com have two new pics featuring Chow Yun-Fat sporting his Pirates of the Caribbean look for the upcoming sequel Dead Man’s Chest.

The official website for Wallace & Gromit, formerly titled “The Wallace & Gromit Movie: Curse of the Wererabbit”, is now online. Wallace & Gromit hits theaters on October 7, 2005.

Hen’s Tooth Video has secured the rights to the 1974 animated film Jack and the Beanstalk, from director Gisaburo Sugii. A DVD release of the film will most likely arrive in May. Thanks to ‘Special_Ed’ at the Animated-News Forum for the news.

Ultimate Disney has the titles for the four Walt Disney Treasures that will be released this December. Titles include Disney Rarities, Legendary Heroes, Spin and Marty, and The Chronological Donald, Volume 2. The latter is expected to contain Donald’s cartoon shorts from 1942 through 1948 or 1949. The four limited edition 2-disc tins are expected […]

Latino Review speaks to Jamie Kennedy and Alan Cumming, stars of Son of the Mask, coming to theaters this Friday.

Jim Hill Media indicates that Keith Richards may not be appearing in Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Man’s Chest as had been expected. According to the site, Richards, who was set to appear as the father of Captain Jack Sparrow, wanted a check the size of the large one Johnny Depp will receive, despite Richard’s […]

Luke at the Ultimate Disney Forum indicates Dakota Fanning (Kim Possible: A Sitch in Time, The Cat in the Hat) has been cast as the voice of ‘Lilo’ in Lilo & Stitch 2: Stitch Has a Glitch. From the original film to every episode of the series, the role of ‘Lilo’ has previously been voiced […]

The Internet Movie Database has ended speculation as to whether or not Rosie O’Donnell will be reprising her role as ‘Terk’ in Tarzan II. Apparently, Brenda Grate (The Road to El Dorado, Disney Channel’s ‘Twas the Night) will be replacing the comedian as the voice of ‘Terk’ for the sequel. Tarzan II swings to video […]

Ultimate Disney has several new tidbits on upcoming DVD releases from Disney. First up, October’s Cinderella Platinum Edition DVD’s bonus features will include “a look at great Cinderella moments where artists, entertainers and other people have overcome obstacles to achieve their dreams, a featurette on the world of royalty and castles, and a room make-over […]

According to The Internet Movie Database, Jeanine Tesori, who wrote the songs for Mulan II, will pen the songs for Rapunzel Unbraided, set to enchant audiences in 2007.

In a promotional meeting for DreamWork’s upcoming “unscripted reality drama,” The Contender, a staff member of IGN FilmForce was able to get Jeffrey Katzenberg to speak briefly about Shrek 3. According to Katzenberg, Shrek 3 is still on track for a 2007 release and will feature Antonio Banderas reprising his role as Puss N’ Boots, […]

The Internet Movie Database observes that from Wednesday, January 26 through Friday, January 28, Michael Eisner conversed with DisneyWar author James Stewart, from mid-afternoon to 10:00pm. These talks consisted of Eisner attempting to persuade Stewart to make thorough alterations in the anticipated book, coming to stores nationwide on February 22, 2005. Oddly enough, supposedly, many […]

Latino Review has the final domestic poster for Robots, hitting theaters on March 11, 2005. In the meantime, two clips from the film are available for viewing at Yahoo! Movies.

It has been advised that actors should “never work with kids or dogs”. Apparently, nobody told that to Jamie Kennedy, though, as he does both in Son of the Mask, coming to theaters this Friday. Says Kennedy, “The dog’s really cute, the baby’s really cute, the baby does some cool effects. I’m just a straight […]

The Internet Movie Poster Awards has the newest poster for Madagascar, coming to theaters on May 27, 2005.

Variety reports that DisneyWar, James B. Stewart’s expose of Michael Eisner’s 20-year tenure at Disney, hit bookstores on Wednesday, making its release three weeks ahead of schedule. In fact, some Los Angeles bookstores sold their entire stock, roughly 80 copies, of DisneyWar in one day, including Dutton’s locations in Brentwood and Beverly Hills, along with […]

Jim Hill Media quickly reports about his attending a public screening of Tony West & Dan Lund’s Dream On Silly Dreamer, which spotlights the demise of traditional animation at Walt Disney Studios. According to the site, it appears that Roy Disney himself was also in attendance at the “well-recieved” screening. Thanks to Cory Mitchell at […]

Animation Insider interviews voice actor Charlie Schlatter, voice actress Candi Milo, and animation producer Bill Schultz of Mike Young Productions’ CGI television series Pet Alien. The comedy focuses on the adventures of pre-teen Tommy Cadle, who must cater to a group of aliens that are extending their visit to earth in order to learn more […]

National Public Radio investigates the growing interest of anime in the USA. One needs Real Media Player or Windows Media Player to listen to the reports. Thanks to ‘GeorgeC’ at the Animated-News Forum for the info.

Yomiuri On-Line reports that Studio Ghibli will leave major publishing company Tokuma Shoten Publishing Co. by the end of March, in order to become an independent corporation. Establishing in Koganei, Tokyo, the company will have director Hayao Miyazaki and producer Toshio Suzuki serving as two of its board members. Established in 1985 as a subsidiary […]

Yahoo! Movies has the newest trailer for Madagascar, with the lemurs being in the spotlight this time around. Madagascar opens in theaters May 27, 2005.

The Disney Database has posted more info concerning the upcoming Tarzan II. George Carlin, Randy Savage, and Dallas Page have been added to the cast of the anticipated “midquel”. In addition, the site has a larger version of the film’s logo. Tarzan II is scheduled to be released on June 14, 2005.

A nice preview for the Pocahontas: 10th Anniversary Edition DVD is available at Disney’s website, as noted by Ultimate Disney.

IGN FilmForce writes on Blue Man Group’s contribution to the musical score of Robots. Teaming with composer John Powell, the group exercises its eclectic percussive skills on the film’s soundtrack. The Robots soundtrack will be released March 1st, while the original motion picture score will be released on March 15th. Blue Man Group will perform […]

Over at Jim Hill Media, Veteran Disney animator Floyd Norman recounts working on his Brer Rabbit Christmas Story and offers his opinion on the oft-rumored Song of the South DVD.

Ultimate Disney points to Amazon.com, where the “midquel” Tarzan II is listed as having June 14, 2005 for a release date. Meanwhile, May 31st will bring about the next wave of Classic Cartoon Favorites, including Volume 5 – Extreme Sports Fun, Volume 6 – Extreme Music Fun, and Volume 7 – Extreme Adventure Fun.

Annasophia Robb talks on Charlie and the Chocolate Factory to Dark Horizons, confirming that there will be singing in the film and commenting on working with Johnny Depp.