Crunchyroll Drops Trailer, Announces ‘KIZUMONOGATARI -Koyomi Vamp-‘ Theatrical Release
The anime streamer and Sony Pictures Entertainment bring the highly anticipated blood-sucking film into theaters for a special one-day limited run on August 28.
‘Naruto’ FAST Channel Coming to Amazon Freevee
The free channel will be powered by ads, allowing viewers to choose between a dedicated linear channel and an on-demand viewing experience.
Priit Pärn to receive a Lifetime Achievement Award at Frederikstad Animation Festival
Priit Pärn to receive a Lifetime Achievement Award at Frederikstad Animation Festival
The Haunting Animated Prologue in Fully Restored ‘Caligula: The Ultimate Cut’
Painstakingly edited from almost 100 unseen hours of director Tinto Brass’ original work discarded by financier Bob Guccione in his infamous 1980 pornographic film release critics dubbed ‘a moral holocaust,’ art historian Thomas Negovan and graphic artist Dave McKean’s new version includes a rotoscoped intro depicting the famed emperor’s life; now playing in theaters.
Long-Awaited ‘The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim’ Trailer Drops
Back to Middle Earth we go… award-winning filmmaker Kenji Kamiyama’s anime adventure takes audiences back to the epic world of ‘The Lord of the Rings’ trilogy, coming to theaters in December.
‘BoJack Horseman’ Creator Returns to Netflix with ‘Long Story Short’
Raphael Bob-Waksberg and his team are back with a new adult animated series, 10 years after the launch of their multi-award-winning animated hit comedy about an anthropomorphic horse.
‘Sirocco and The Kingdom of Winds’ Coming to Digital
GKIDS and Shout! Studios bring director Benôit Chieux’s ‘psychedelic fantasy’ home across all major North American digital platforms September 17.
VANAS Launches ‘Production Management in Digital Entertainment’ Course
The 1-year online program trains students in production oversight for animation, visual effects, and video games; now accepting applications.
‘The Garfield Movie’ Coming to Blu-Ray and DVD
Chris Pratt stars as the insufferably indifferent feline who is about to have a wild outdoor adventure; the 3DCG film hits shelves August 27.
Toonz Media Group Announces ‘Adventures of Rusty’ Adaptation
Entertainment company teams up with Giffi Ltd. to co-produce and co-distribute the short-form animated series based on author Ruskin Bond’s popular books.
Netflix Drops ‘Twilight of The Gods’ Red Band Teaser Trailer
The 2D animated series, Zack Snyder’s ‘daring new take on Norse mythology,’ is set in a mythical world of great battles, great deeds, and great despair; 8-episode season streams September 19.
20th Annual HollyShorts Winners Announced
BAFTA-winning director Nina Gantz’s stop-motion ‘Wander to Wonder’ takes home the award for Best Animation at the LA-based short film festival.
Disney+ Shares ‘LEGO Pixar: BrickToons’ Trailer
5-episode animated shorts series takes viewers on all-new adventures with classic Pixar characters; streams September 4.
‘Secret Level’ Adult Animation Anthology Coming from Tim Miller and Blur Studio
Amazon MGM Studios’ new original series of 15 short stories, each based on the world of a top video game, from the creator of 'Love, Death + Robots,' hits Prime Video December 10.
Shutterstock and NVIDIA’s Text-to-3D Modeler: A Helping Hand for Sleep-Deprived Artists
Releasing to the public in early fall, the asset platform company’s new gen AI-based service, drawing from its library of over 500,000 ethically-source 3D models and 650 million images, will provide creators the ability to generate elaborate new models in seconds, helping them simplify their early design process, bypass busywork, and focus on customizing and animating their characters.
More VIEW 2024 Speaker Updates: Alec Gillis to Talk ‘Alien: Romulus’
The creature FX designer will present ‘Practical Character Effects and Why They Still Matter’ at Italy’s premier animation and VFX event running October 14-19 in the beautiful baroque city of Turin.
15th Anniversary ‘Coraline’ Release Scores $20M+ Worldwide
LAIKA’s has reported ‘beyond-expectations’ box office results on re-release of its acclaimed 2009 stop-motion animated film; Fathom and Trafalgar Releasing extend run through August 29, opening more international markets.
‘The Filipino Story’ Explores the Philippines’ History, Culture and Social Dynamics
The 6-part 2D animated YouTube series highlights different aspects of why the Filipino people should be proud of their heritage and ancestral homeland, the archipelago discovered by sea-faring Austronesians over 4,000 years ago; its natural beauty feeds the people’s positivity, generosity and sense of hospitality.
VIEW 2024 Speaker Updates: Swen Gillberg to Talk ‘Deadpool & Wolverine’
The VFX supervisor shares the digital magic that helped bring together two of the world’s most popular superheroes at Italy’s premier animation and visual effects event that runs October 14-19 in the beautiful baroque city of Turin.
‘Harold and the Purple Crayon’ Hits the Hybrid Sweet Spot
Director Carlos Saldanha and VFX Producer Ken Wallace talk about coloring outside the lines to create Sony Pictures’ live-action/animated adaptation of Crockett Johnson’s famed kids’ book, now playing in theaters nationwide.
AX Cinema Nights Kicks off In September
Iconic Events and Anime Expo present classic anime films in 500+ theaters in the U.S. and select cities in Canada; movies include ‘Ninja Scroll 30th Anniversary,’ and ‘Metropolis 2001.’
Netflix Drops ‘Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft’ Animated Series Trailer
Set after the events of the ‘Tomb Raider’ video game trilogy, the show follows the globetrotting heroine after she abandons her friends and embarks on perilous solo adventures; debuts October 10.
Moonbug Launches ‘CoComelon - Kids Learn & Play’ App
Preschoolers learn alongside familiar characters about shapes, colors, sounds, letters, numbers, and daily routines; subscription enhances free offerings with mini-games and activities themed around popular ‘CoComelon’ songs.
Exclusive Clip: ‘The Last Unicorn’ Bonus Feature
Shout! Studios brings Peter S. Beagle’s beloved film, a poetic tale of a brave unicorn’s journey through a mystic land, seeking others of her kind, to 4K UHD as a 4K UHD +Blu-ray combo pack tomorrow, August 20.
The Animation Guild, Studios Fail to Reach Deal
Negotiations between TAG and AMPTP have concluded unsuccessfully after a week of bargaining; additional negotiations scheduled for September to continue talks on a new three-year contract.
