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Only Yesterday

After 25 years, the beautiful and dramatic Only Yesterday finally gets a well-deserved English dub and North American release.

Open Season: Scared Silly

Despite some laughs, Open Season: Scared Silly lacks the oddball charm–and heart–that made the original so much fun.

Into The Forest Of Enchantement – A Disney Musical Adventure at Disneyland Paris

Our exclusive interview with the creatives behind Disneyland Paris’ new show sheds light on creating entertainment for the parks!

Zootopia

Zootopia earns a savage review as it spends too much time trying (and failing) to get its message right at the expense of making an enjoyable story.

The Good Dinosaur

Pixar’s latest makes a quick transfer to home video, where its simple pleasures will be enjoyed by a younger than usual audience for the Studio’s films, even if parents may wonder why the originality is extinct.

The Return Of 2015: Animated Views’ Review Of The Year!

As awards season comes to an end, we offer our own appraisal of the last year’s offerings in film, home video, books, music and more!

Oscar Night 2016

It’s time for the winners of the 88th Annual Academy Awards to be revealed ! Check out the consensus picks in our contest and join us for a live chat during the show.

Into The Hunchback Of Notre Dame Studio Cast Recording with Music Supervisor Michael Kosarin and Orchestrator Michael Starobin

The pair discuss their contributions to the stage version of Alan Menken’s musical.

Batman: Bad Blood

Following Batman’s disappearance, Dick Grayson dons the cowl of the Bat, and is joined by more members of an expanding Bat-family.

Snow White And The Seven Dwarfs: Walt Disney Signature Collection

Disney’s first feature is back on Blu-ray in a decent, maybe even solid but certainly not spectacular edition that repeats as many extras as it drops more significant ones.

The AV Readers’ Choice Poll – Best Animated Feature Film of 2015

The Academy, Hollywood guilds, critics, and even the Animated Views staff are rendering their judgment on the top films of the year. But now it’s your turn – vote now!

Animation Addicts Podcast #116: Kung Fu Panda 3 – It’s Inner Peace, Man!

Morgan, Chelsea, and Mason take on the latest film from DreamWorks Animation: Kung Fu Panda 3

World of Tomorrow

A fascinating short film about life that is both simple and complex.

Animated Views’ 2016 Oscar Contest

Animated Views is giving away $50 worth of movies — your choice of either an Amazon gift card or a Fandango gift card — during our 12th Annual Oscar Event! Enter today for your chance to win!

Kung Fu Panda 3

The martial arts trilogy has a satisfying conclusion, warm, funny, and with a heart as big as its panda hero’s tummy.

Animation Addicts Podcast #114: Bibo Bergeron Interview – Director of A Monster in Paris

Mason and Chelsea chat with the French director of Road to El Dorado, Shark Tale, and A Monster in Paris, Mr. Bibo Bergeron.

The Hunchback Of Notre Dame: Studio Cast Recording

Though not perfect, this dark and enchanting take on the Disney animated feature is a pleasure to hear.

Norm Of The North

Simply unbearable.

Animation Addicts Podcast #113: The Boxtrolls – Oh, Mason, Where Art Thou?!

Mason is out of town so it’s another “Morgan & Chelsea episode” – in the same room! – taking on Laika’s third film, The Boxtrolls!

Dragons: Race To The Edge

Those new to the series may be confused, but Race To The Edge provides fans with quality storytelling and animation that make it DreamWorks’ best animated series.

The Art Of The Good Dinosaur and Funny! 25 Years Of Laughter From The Pixar Story Room

A peek at Chronicle’s two most recent Pixar art books.

Star Wars: The Force Awakens

Even with a somewhat uneven tone, J.J. Abrams crafts a truly magical and nostalgic trip back to a galaxy far, far away. Our review is (mostly) spoiler-free.

Animation Addicts Podcast #110: Don Bluth & Gary Goldman Interview

The Rotoscopers sit down with Don Bluth and Gary Goldman to discuss the Dragon’s Lair movie and crowdsourcing campaign.

The Lion Guard: Return Of The Roar

The story may not be king, but terrific animation and catchy songs make The Lion Guard a worthy adventure for its target audience. Kids will adore it.

Animation Addicts Podcast #109: The Good Dinosaur – Brought to You By Montana!

The Rotoscopers review Pixar’s second feature to be released in 2015, The Good Dinosaur.

Sanjay Patel talks about his Super Team

Any film is served best if its story can be told from a personal perspective. Read to find out how Patel’s heritage informed his short film, which precedes The Good Dinosaur.

Inside Animation Supervisor Victor Navone’s mind

Our exclusive interview spotlights one of the key talents behind Pixar’s masterpiece Inside Out.

The Good Dinosaur

There is nothing terribly wrong with The Good Dinosaur — if you consider it a children’s movie. But for the rest of us expecting something meteor meatier from Pixar, the story here is just too ordinary and uninspired.

Toy Story That Time Forgot

The traditions of Toy Story are put aside for what is essentially an overlong imaginary sequence (without anyone imagining). It’s fun while it lasts but may easily end up being forgotten.

Animation Addicts Podcast #108: The Peanuts Movie – Are There Peanuts Brand Peanuts?

The Rotoscopers jump into the world of Charles Schulz for Blue Sky Studios’ 2015 animated film The Peanuts Movie.