Animation World Network

The Visual Effects Society Announces 2021 Board of Directors’ Officers

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 22:39:20 GMT

Lisa Cooke was named board chair and is the first woman elected to lead the organization; other officers include Emma Clifton Perry, David Tanka, Jeffrey Okun, and Gavin Graham.

Rémi Chayé’s ‘Calamity Jane’ Kicks Off FIAF’s 2021 Animation First Festival

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 21:50:48 GMT

February 5 opening night will feature the Annecy Crystal winning film’s US premiere; the festival will also feature two recently announced special programs highlighting animation from Africa.

‘Jiang Ziya’ Coming to Digital, Blu-ray and DVD February 9

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 20:05:09 GMT

The action-packed second chapter in the Fengshen Cinematic Universe follows a celestial army commander trying to earn his place amongst the gods.

VFX Legion Brings on the Nightmares in Amazon Prime’s ‘Black Box’

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 19:18:00 GMT

Studio delivers over 200 shots on the latest entry in the ‘Welcome to the Blumhouse’ psychological thriller film anthology; dark story centers on an amnesiac desperate to regain his memory.

Millimages Names Marina Narishkin Director General

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 18:37:53 GMT

New appointment will spearhead strategic studio transformation through diversification, development of new IP for TV and film, and creation of new global licensing network.

Netflix Buys Lord and Miller’s ‘The Mitchells vs. The Machines’ from Sony Pictures Animation

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 17:11:27 GMT

Previously titled ‘Connected’ and slated for an October 23, 2020 theatrical release before being unset, the animated comedy from the Oscar-winning ‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse’ producers will be released later in 2021.

Call For Submissions: The Animattikon Project organizes the journal "Animation in Times of ...

Thu, 21 Jan 2021 12:09:04 GMT

The Animattikon Project, the international animation festival of Paphos, Cyprus, produced annually since 2017 by Kimonos Art Center, is organizing the edition of a collection of articles on the subject of “Animation in Times of Plague”.

Next VIEW Conference PreVIEW - Baobab Studios at 5: Innovations in Animated Storytelling

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 23:19:06 GMT

Join the January 30 free online conversation with Baobab Studios founders and creative leads when they discuss insights and challenges of the studio’s first five years; team will also discuss ‘Baba Yaga,’ a VR exploration of the Eastern European legend.

Anima: The Brussels Animation Festival Goes Virtual

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 21:40:54 GMT

The 40th edition moves completely online; over 250 movies will be available on demand during the festival, which runs February 12-21.

‘Wonka’ Prequel Gets Official Release Date

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 20:19:22 GMT

The origin story boasts ‘Paddington’ director Paul King and ‘Harry Potter’ producer David Heyman and is slated to hit theatres March 17, 2023.

Podcast EP94: How Henry Bonsu Successfully Pitched ‘Lazor Wulf’ To Adult Swim

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 19:19:01 GMT

The series creator discusses his show’s rollercoaster journey from humble webcomic to fan favorite and Season 2 renewal.

Pink Parrot Media and Sky bring ‘Snowsnaps’ to the UK

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 18:22:30 GMT

The popular preschool animated comedy-adventure series is a spinoff of the animated movie ‘Snowtime;’ the show encourages kids to use their imaginations to create their own games of make-believe in the outdoor world.

James Gunn Reveals ‘Suicide Squad’ is Almost Finished

Wed, 20 Jan 2021 16:35:21 GMT

After David Ayer’s lackluster 2016 effort,’ the ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’ director has taken it upon himself to reboot the franchise, which will get a trailer ‘in due time.’

Acclaimed Disney Animater Dale Baer Dies at 70

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 23:46:32 GMT

The influential supervising animator and mentor, who spent four decades at the studio and worked on films from ‘Robin Hood’ to ‘Frozen,’ passed away last Friday from complications due to ALS.

DC UNIVERSE INFINITE Launches January 21

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 23:25:40 GMT

The premium digital comic book service will feature over 25,000 comic books and graphic novels with new content being continuously added; fans will have access to DC fan events to connect with other DC enthusiasts.

Teradici Software Support for macOS Coming Mid-2021

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 23:00:05 GMT

High performance technology will include remote access to Cloud Access Software for Macs with PCoIP Ultra performance.

Maxon Acquires Distributor TMS Corp, Establishes Official Japanese Office

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 22:17:30 GMT

Deal cements company’s commitment to the local market, providing users with additional resources and creative tools.

Escape Studios Launches Master’s Degree Program in Character and Creature Creation

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 22:01:00 GMT

Led by industry veteran Michael Davies, the new program at Pearson College London features five key modules: Character and Creature Design; Modelling/Presentation; Technical Direction; Studio Project; and Production Project.

‘Mortal Kombat’ Reboot to Feature ‘Fatalities’

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 20:19:14 GMT

Earlier films omitted the game’s iconic and over-the-top gruesome killing blows, but the 2021 reboot will not shy away from the mayhem, according to actor Lewis Tan and director Simon McQuoid.

Winsing Animation’s ‘Diary of Dinosaurs’ Hitting Chinese Theatres May 1

Tue, 19 Jan 2021 19:35:18 GMT

New animated action-adventure comedy follows a family of herbivorous dinosaurs defending their homeland.