Star Wars animated movie being considered
…feature film, in addition to the live–action television series that is in the works. As IGN FilmForce says, “One thing seems certain: Star Wars will not end with the prequels.”… |
Disney Channel series receive Emmy Awards
…were Rolie Polie Olie, for “Outstanding Special Class Animated Program”; Kim Possible, for “Outstanding Achievement in Sound Mixing – Live Action and Animation”; and Brandy & Mr. Whiskers, for “Outstanding… |
Tinker Bell Talks!
Margaret Kerry, the original live action reference model for Tinker Bell, has just opened a personal site and it is heavily Tinker Bell-themed (original link via Laughing Place). Wonder if… |
Madonna to voice role in animated film Arthur
…hidden in the land of the Minimoys, a tiny people living in harmony with nature. Scheduled for a 2006 release, the $80 million Arthur will include some live–action sequences, with… |
Garfield gets sequel; Jetsons wait for Martin
…other cartoon-to-live–action news, Warner Brothers is said to be currently casting for the big-screen adaptation of The Jetsons, with rumor that the Studio is waiting for Steve Martin to come… |
Narnia to show a different Disney; trailer to reach record audience
…Disney animation, Narnia could restore the studio’s legacy in what the writing refers to as “live–action escapism”. Meanwhile, Coming Soon has the details on the premiere for Narnia’s trailer, which… |
Hanks and Gaye speak on Polar Express; Express to change the creation of movies?
…combination of digital animation and live–action performances, such as seen in The Polar Express, will change the way that movies are made, as the article takes an in-depth look at… |
New CGI Star Wars television series on the way
…animated Star Wars television series is on the way, in addition to a live action series. Lucas also confirmed that the Star Tours thrill ride at Disney-MGM Studios will be… |
Fox Animation's John Cohen promoted to vp of production
…Alvin and the Chipmunks back with a movie featuring computer animated versions of the title characters in a live action world. Cohen also was the brain behind www.NapoleonVsFender.com, which cross-promotes… |
Garner stuck in Charlotte's Web
Coming Soon notes that as it was revealed on Access Hollywood last week, Jennifer Garner will lend her voice to the upcoming live–action/photo real CG Charlotte’s Web, scheduled to weave… |
A round-up of toon TV on DVD…
…4-Disc Box Set of Fat Albert and the Cosby Kids, which comes to stores on December 14th, also likely to tie in with the new live–action film. On November 2nd,… |
The Incredibles production notes excerpt: Part I – Intro
…right) have been forced to take on civilian identities and retreat to the suburbs. Today they live as mere mortals and lead all-too-ordinary lives with their children—who go out of… |
Bacon bit
Cinematical contemplates who is playing the role of Wilbur in the upcoming live–action/CGI hybrid Charlotte’s Web. The site’s search spied a forum post at the Internet Movie Database, created by… |
Lillard declares no hope for a third Doo
Matthew Lillard (Shaggy in the two live–action Scooby-Doo films) tells SCI FI Wire that there is no hope for a third installment in the Scooby Doo series. “There will be… |
Potter trailer offers glimpse of traditional animation
…for Miss Potter previews the biopic of children’s author and illustrator Beatrix Potter. As shown in the trailer, the live–action film contains traditional animation, bringing some of Potter’s works, such… |
Diesel, BET to introduce Hannibal
…and his techniques and plans are still studied today.” For Diesel, the announcement comes following nearly ten years of work trying to develop a live–action film of the historical figure…. |
"Z-biscuit"
Coming Soon! has the trailer for the live action/animated Racing Stripes. The Warner Brothers Pictures release tells the story of “an abandoned baby zebra that grows up believing he’s a… |
BUF Compagnie to provide FX for Flux
The Hollywood Reporter, via Coming Soon!, reports that visual effects company BUF Compagnie is in exclusive talks to create the cityscapes and futuristic environments in Paramount Pictures’ live–action adaptation of… |
Stunning new I, Robot trailer
After some lacklustre American teasers (and an admittedly exciting exclusive web trailer) for Fox’s upcoming live–action/CGI thriller I, Robot, a Japanese trailer has debuted online which has really got fans… |
AMPAS presents A Salute to Norman McLaren
…Arts and Sciences 8949 Wilshire Blvd. Beverly Hills, CA 90211 MISC: Tickets are $5; $3 for AMPAS members Free parking is available at 8920 and 9025 Wilshire Blvd. 310.247.3600 http://www.oscars.org… |
Heat causes Fierstein
Coming Soon indicates that Harvey Fierstein will play Heatmiser in NBC’s live–action remake of Rankin/Bass’ 1974 classic The Year Without a Santa Claus. The role was originally assigned to Chris… |
Yabba Dabba Doo!: More cartoons on iTunes
…as well as an unaired Aquaman live action pilot. Also, three seasons of Schoolhouse Rock have recently been added to iTunes, so you can learn how to hook up phrases… |
Slater, Buscemi and Cleese meet Igor
…Amarillo Armadillo, with Howard set to executive produce. Exodus is in pre-production on the live action film Bunyan & Babe featuring the voice of comedic actor Eddie Griffin (DysFunktional Family,… |
Mermaid swims again at the El Cap
…Glen Keane, and her live–action reference model, Sherri Stoner, as well as a screening of the recent short film The Little Matchgirl, itself based on a Hans Christian Andersen tale…. |
Classic characters to run marathon with Boomerang
…may be viewed by clicking: Boomerang to Spotlight 10 Classic Characters Over 10-Day Marathon Ten Consecutive 24-Hour Tributes to 10 Top Cartoon Stars Will Run Friday, July 21, to Sunday,… |
"A Soundtrack Darkly"
…impossible to decode. To interpret this story, Richard Linklater used a unique technique. He took live–action photography and overlaid it with an advanced animation process known as interpolated rotoscoping which… |
"Disney: The Music Behind the Magic" press release
…the Magic” examines the Studio’s musical legacy and “draw[s] inspiration from Disney animation, television programming, theme parks, live–action films and Broadway musicals in addition to the label’s artist roster past… |
"The Network with a Santa Claus"
The Year Without a Santa Claus, Bass-Rankin’s 1974 stop-motion classic, is experiencing a live–action redo, courtesy of NBC. Variety, via Coming Soon, reports that the remake will star Ethan Suplee… |
AnimAICN: Stuff and nonsense, plus some ZIM and Evangelion news!
…into a live–action adaptation, aided by the special effects wizardry of WETA Studios, the CGI force behind The Lord of the Rings. AnimAICN also mentions the title and product description… |
Mike Judge interview
…been {{link http://www.theonionavclub.com/feature/index.php?issue=4025 interviewed by The Onion’s AV Club}}, where he speaks about his animated projects and ventures into live–action with Office Space and the upcoming 3001, revealing that this… |