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He-Man And The Masters Of The Universe: Volume Three

The 2002-2003 series wraps up with battles galore as He-Man and the Masters face off against not only Skeletor but also King Hiss and his Snake Men. It’s a great-looking show that just manages to rise above its origins as a prolonged toy commercial.

Howard Ashman, and 304 Dalmatians!

AN&V speaks to those close to Howard Ashman, and 101 Dalmatians II: Patch’s London Adventure, plus 101 Dalmatians, plus 102 Dalmatians equals 304 Dalmatians, right!? As if you had to ask…

101 Dalmatians / 102 Dalmatians (live-action)

Disney’s live-action take on 101 Dalmatians is a surprising charmer, but its overbloated sequel certainly isn’t! Both have now been served up on new discs, but there’s not a lot here for fans to get their teeth into…

101 Dalmatians II: Patch’s London Adventure Special Edition

Disney’s sequel to Walt’s classic may not burst with that film’s originality, but fans could do worse than to see what’s been cooked up here and will find a respectful follow-up full of fun touches.

Ariel’s Song: loving memories of a Mermaid‘s lyricist, Howard Ashman

In the final part of our Little Mermaid series, Jeremie Noyer meet with two very special people close to Howard Ashman’s heart: sister Sarah Gillespie and partner William Lauch, who fondly remember him here.

Confirmation on this year's Walt Disney Treasures, and Real Ghostbusters!

This year’s trio of Walt Disney Treasures officially confirmed, plus the skinny on The Real Ghostbusters: Complete Series collection.

We sneak a peek at The Little Mermaid on Broadway!

Jeremie speaks with none other than lyricist Glenn Slater, composer Alan Menken’s new collaborator in bringing The Little Mermaid to the Broadway stage.

Ariel’s Song: Glenn Slater, a sparkling lyricist for The Little Mermaid on Broadway!

Jeremie Noyer literally jumps right back to Ariel’s beginning to speak with lyricist Glenn Slater, composer Alan Menken’s new collaborator in bringing The Little Mermaid to the Broadway musical stage.

Ariel's Beginning's composers sing, and Open Season 2!?

Our latest Little Mermaid interview speaks to Ariel’s Beginning‘s composers, plus details on…Open Season…2!?

Ariel’s Song: Jeanine Tesori and James Dooley, two fortunate composers under the sea!

Jeremie Noyer speaks with the musical minds behind the songs and score of Ariel’s Beginning, songwriter Jeanine Tesori and composer James Dooley!

Pandamonium over Kung Fu Panda on DVD!

The skadoosh on Kung Fu Panda‘s DVD and Blu-ray specs, and that mysterious Secrets Of The Furious Five bonus disc…

Blow me down! Popeye Volume 2 reviewed, plus Shrek The Halls details!

Full details on Shrek The Halls‘ DVD release, plus Popeye Volume 2: 1938-1940 reviewed!

Popeye The Sailor: Volume 2 1938-1940

A second set of some of the best cartoons ever made. Invaluable.

Character Animation Crash Course's winner!

Eric Goldberg’s Character Animation Crash Course contest’s winner announced!

Back Under The Sea, plus Filmation's DC Super Heroes!

DC Super Heroes: The Filmation Adventures reviewed, The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Beginning art director Tony Pulham interviewed, plus Ben’s finally going Blu!

Ariel’s Song: Tony Pulham, a fortunate art director under the sea!

Jeremie Noyer continues his trip under the sea and behind the scenes for a look at the work of art director Tony Pulham, as he recreates Ariel’s world for Ariel’s Beginning.

DC Super Heroes: The Filmation Adventures

The Atom, Flash, Green Lantern, Hawkman, Kid Flash, Speedy, Wonder Girl, Aqualad and the Man of Steel all turn up to battle intergalactic crime in this fun slice of nostalgia well served on disc.

Let's end the week with a game of Cartoon Catch-up…!

A round-up of recent content new to the site, including Little Mermaid interviews, reviews for Ariel’s Beginning and Justice League, plus disc announcements and a chat with Eric Goldberg!

Under the sea with Robert Reece; plus yuletide Shrek, more Popeye and new disc announcements!

Co-writer Robert Reece on Ariel’s Beginning, Justice League: Season One reviewed on Blu-ray, plus a new slate of upcoming DVD announcements!

Ariel’s Song: Robert Reece, a fortunate writer under the sea!

In part two of our Little Mermaid interview series behind the sea-nes, Jeremie Noyer speaks to Ariel’s Beginning co-writer Robert Reece about writing for a mermaid!

Justice League: Season One

The Justice League looks even better in high def, even in their weakest season.

Is Ariel's Beginning worth going back for…?

The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Beginning reviewed, plus site round-ups!

The Little Mermaid: Ariel’s Beginning

Disney’s latest, and for now last, direct to video project fails to capture the magic and heart of the original Little Mermaid, settling for a bland retread of pale highlights.

Back to the Beginning with The Little Mermaid…

Details on Jeremie Noyer’s new Little Mermaid interview series – exclusive to Animated News & Views!

Under The Sea and Behind The Scenes with The Little Mermaid!

Take a dip with Jeremie Noyer behind the sea-nes for our series of exclusive articles celebrating The Little Mermaid‘s return to screens in Ariel’s Beginning. Plus a look back at the original classic and sneak peek at the new Broadway musical!

Ariel’s Song: Jodi Benson, a fortunate soul under the sea!

In the first part of our Little Mermaid interview series behind the sea-nes, Jeremie Noyer speaks to voice artist Jodie Benson on bringing Ariel to life!

Eric Goldberg's Character Animation Crash Course book!

Eric Goldberg’s Character Animation Crash Course – read what the man himself has to say, and enter our contest to win yourself a copy of this new book!

Character Animation Crash Course – Winner!!

Eric Goldberg’s Character Animation Crash Course – Winner Announced!

Eric Goldberg takes us on a Character Animation Crash Course!

Animated News & Views’ Christian Ziebarth speaks with Eric Goldberg about the animator’s new book, Character Animation Crash Course!

Bravestarr: Volume Two

The final Filmation show gets shorted on extras in this concluding volume, but with 32 episodes there’s still lots to occupy your time.