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Over the Hedge: review, interviews, and production notes

Katzenberg called me into his office and said, “I’ve been wanting to find a voice for you to do and now we’ve got it.” And he reached into his pocket…

UPDATED: Looking forward to the WABAC

…exploring them for the big screen.” DreamWorks Animation CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg added, “One of the most gratifying relationships in my 20-plus year career of making animated movies has been that…

Shrek the Halls Christmas special to debut in 2007

…Comin’ to Town and A Charlie Brown Christmas“. Jeffrey Katzenberg, CEO of DreamWorks Animation, added “The time has come to celebrate the joys of the holiday season with Shrek and…

Annies 2006 Photos

Following are some photos taken at Sunday evening’s 34th Annual Annie Awards ceremony held at the Alex Theatre in Glendale, CA, with attempts at funny captions: Jeffrey Katzenberg embarassed about…

Sanders awakens to dream job at DreamWorks

…makes them unique. I’ve seen firsthand where they are headed, and I’m excited to be part of it.” DreamWorks Animation CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg commented, “Chris is one of the most…

Stiller to play with DreamWorks' Mind

…be coming out in the next 15 to 20 years.” DreamWorks Animation C.E.O. Jeffrey Katzenberg added, “We are looking forward to collaborating again with Ben, this time on the production…

Bee Movie: A Very Jerry 2-Disc Edition

Katzenberg, a tour of the campus’ departments, a casting standoff with Ray Liotta, and more than a few digs at the continuing nature of the Shrek series (“I can’t wait…

Roy Disney Presents At The Newport Film Festival 2008

…a pink slip with the initials “JK” on it, a reference to Jeffrey Katzenberg’s then recent departure from The Walt Disney Company. On a lighter note, Bossert also pointed out…

Bee Movie trailer, Cannes footage and poster

…banter just prior to his descent. The stunt followed a presentation at the Miramar Theater where DreamWorks Animation CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg, Jerry Seinfeld, Chris Rock, directors Simon J. Smith and…

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

…his relationship with Jeffrey Katzenberg and Peter Schneider at the Walt Disney Studios, they had come to see the show, and because of me singing Disneyland, they invited Mickey Mouse…

Shrek 4 to hit cinemas in May 2010

AWN reports that the release date for Shrek 4 has been set by DreamWorks Animation and Paramount as May 21, 2010. DreamWorks Animation chief Jeffrey Katzenberg said during an earnings…

Old school 3D making a comeback

In “Depth of a Salesmen” Business Week outlines Jeffrey Katzenberg’s ambitions to bring 3D movies back to the theaters to help counteract the trend of dwindling overall box office numbers….

Dreamworks Animation's Monsters Vs Aliens to invade theatres earlier than expected

…even more special and unique,” said Jeffrey Katzenberg, Chief Executive Officer of DreamWorks Animation. “We are thrilled to have Monster vs. Aliens as the first opportunity for audiences to enjoy…

I Heard It Through The Animation Grapevine

…animators all the way up to Bob Iger and Jeffrey Katzenberg. The article also discusses the soon-to-be-seen Goofy short, How to Install Your Home Theatre (for those in the LA…

Latest info on Shrek Goes Fourth, Master Mind

On Tuesday, October 30th, DreamWorks Animation CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg revealed more information on the company’s 2010 slate. One announced item was the title of the next installment in the Shrek…

Animation represented by "50 Smartest People In Hollywood"

Entertainment Weekly has named “The 50 Smartest People In Hollywood.” Talented folks found in the lineup include Ratatouille director Brad Bird (#23), DreamWorks Animation CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg (#22), Beowulf director…

Madagascar penguins get TV series

…CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg commented, “Our Madagascar penguins were hugely popular on the big screen, so it seemed natural to give them their own television show on the premier entertainment network…

Shrek The Halls

…was also a highly touted partnering between Jeffrey Katzenberg’s new Studio and the old employers he had been through a much publicised acrimonious split from: Shrek The Halls wouldn’t be…

Shrek the Musical opens Sunday 12/14/08 at Broadway Theatre

…The production was initiated when Sam Mendes, a big fan of the first Shrek film, suggested the idea of creating a musical to DreamWorks Animation’s Jeffrey Katzenberg around the time…

New Monsters vs Aliens information and image

…brand new promotional image. Monsters vs Aliens will be the first animated film to be entirely shot in 3-D, a trait nicknamed “Ultimate 3-D” by studio CEO Jeffery Katzenberg. The…

DreamWorks Animation names new head of development

…for me to be working with such talented and passionate people at DreamWorks Animation. Bill inspires everyone to do their best work, and being back with Jeffrey Katzenberg is very…

Kung Fu Panda not all 3D

…a bunch more of that older animation style that Jeffrey Katzenberg describes as being similar to a “‘nice, hand-written letter.’” For another example of hand-drawn animation in a recent CG…

Kung Fu Panda Cannes roundup

The reviews are in and the pictures are out: Jack Black with 40 Po’s on the Carlton pier for DreamWorks’ annual promotional stunt; the costume character Jeffrey Katzenberg managed to…

Regal & RealD rolling out 1,500 more 3D screens

…over 3,500. The rollout will allow most U.S. markets to have 3D capability. DreamWorks Animation CEO Jeffrey Katzenberg commented that this new deal “marks a defining moment for the greatest…

A conversation with Kung Fu Panda character designer Nicolas Marlet

Variety posted a fascinating and rare portrait of Annie Award winner Nicolas Marlet, who DreamWorks’ Jeffrey Katzenberg approved as the single designer to create all the characters’ looks in the…

Kung Fu Panda edges out Cars on opening weekend

Weekend box office actuals are in and Jeffrey Katzenberg can sigh in relief: DreamWorks Animation’s latest ended up grossing a total of $60,239,130 over the weekend, slightly ahead of Cars‘…

Can Kung Fu Panda mark DreamWorks' return to the Oscars?

Jeffrey Katzenberg’s studio has been snubbed by the Academy Awards two years in a row now, and only scored house nominations once in the past five years (Wallace & Gromit…

Once Upon A Time In New York City: Oliver & Company Animator Dave Pruiksma!

…until some years hence. Over time, anxieties about our future faded as we became more confident and successful and as Jeffery Katzenberg became more interested and involved in the department….

Marketing budgets for animated features are on the rise

…relies on the success of its pics to prop up its shares. At DreamWorks Animation, ad budgets have been going up each year, and with each release. Topper Jeffrey Katzenberg

Ollie Johnston: In Remembrance

Katzenberg) of recently passed Disney animator Ollie Johnston while Jim Hill Media reports on the recent life celebration that was held in Ollie’s remembrance at the El Capitan Theatre with…