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Candi Milo and Eric Bauza Talk ‘The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie’

The voices behind Petunia Pig, Porky Pig and Daffy Duck talk martini jokes, the need to recognize more women voice actors come awards season, and the challenges working on Warner Bros. Animation’s new sci-fi buddy action comedy, now in theaters.

The Power of the Spoken Word ANIMATIONWorld

The Power of the Voice: ‘Flower and Asura’ and ‘Wave, Listen to Me’

AWN’s anime columnist Andrew Osmond looks at 2 series about the spoken word, though he doesn’t necessarily subscribe to the notion that the idea of animation celebrating what Chuck Jones referred to as ‘animated radio’ shows the medium’s decline.

That Pup Can Sing ANIMATIONWorld

‘Lucky Dog’ Tackles Frustrating Immigration Issues with Humor and Song

Ujwal Nair and his wife Indou Theagrajan discuss their first musical, a self-funded 2D animated short about a loyal dog dreaming of reuniting with his owner, who left him behind when she moved from India to Canada with her cat.

All Hart All Heart ANIMATIONWorld

‘Lil Kev’: Kevin Hart’s Animated Journey from Tough Childhood to Comedy Gold

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 4:20pm

The prolific comedian and actor created and stars in the new series, alongside Wanda Sykes as his fiery, no-nonsense mom Nancy, that takes a humorous, sincere look at his rough upbringing in North Philadelphia, tackling real-life issues with his signature brash, satirical perspective; now streaming on BET+.

A Zoo Like No Other ANIMATIONWorld

‘Night of the Zoopocalypse’: Eye-Popping, Funny Gummy Gore for Kids

Co-directors Rodrigo Perez-Castro and Ricardo Curtis’ all-new family friendly film, from the mind of Clive Barker no less, involves a rogue meteor… a mysterious virus… and one very bad night at the zoo… in a hilarious, wildly colored, gummy candy-infused 3DCG horror comedy; hits theaters March 7.

Such a Small Megalomaniac ANIMATIONWorld

‘Plankton: The Movie’ - Marital Issues, World Domination and Lots of Comedy

Director Dave Needham, writer and voice of Plankton, Mr. Lawrence, and voice of Karen, Jill Talley talk about their upcoming animated comedy, which follows the world’s smallest megalomaniacal villain as his world flips upside down when his plan for world domination is thwarted; hits Netflix March 7.

Striving for Pop Stardom ANIMATIONWorld

‘Trapezium,’ or How To Subvert an Idol Singer

AWN’s anime columnist Andrew Osmond looks at a new film streaming on Crunchyroll about a plucky group of female singers that tells a familiar enough story… with an intriguing twist.

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

‘Maebashi Witches’ Anime Debuts April 6, Opening Theme Now Streaming

Sunrise Studio show is about five young aspiring witches brought to a magical flower shop where they sing, dance and make people’s dreams come true; theme song is performed by the Maebashi Witches, a five-member voice actor idol group portraying the anime’s main characters; lyrics are by Tsunku♂, with composition by TORIENA, and arrangement by Yuki Kishida

Animation Festivals Headline News

SCAD AnimationFest Lacoste Set for April 4-5

By Dan Sarto | Monday, March 31, 2025 at 11:27am

The 4th annual animation festival returns to the university’s campus in Provence, France with a lineup of screenings, including Annecy and Oscar winners, presentations, portfolio reviews and masterclasses.

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

Bandai Namco Drops ‘7th Prince’ First Teaser

Season 2 of the fantasy magic battle anime series with the incredibly long full title, which sees Lloyd venture to the church in pursuit of unlocking the secrets of ‘Holy Magic,’ premieres in July on Crunchyroll.

A Comic A Day Headline News

Rob Shaw Debuts ‘You Play Too Much’ Animated Daily Comic

Starring the voice talents of Fred Armisen, the minimalist animation project gives viewers a bite-sized glimpse into the creator’s personal story about growing up in 1980’s Philadelphia.

Business Headline News

Sky Kids Commissions 3 ‘Pip and Posy’ Seasonal Specials from Magic Light Pictures

Shows will be based on the 3DCG preschool series adapted from Nosy Crow’s picture books by illustrator Axel Scheffler and author Camilla Reid; the first will air later this year.

Oh Bother Headline News

Linda Woolverton Boards Kartoon Studios’ ‘Hundred Acre Wood’s Winnie And Friends’

The ‘Beauty and the Beast’ and ‘The Lion King’ screenwriter will executive produce the ‘yarn-based’ animated reimagining, while John Rivoli joins as creative director; huge production will include over 200 6-minute shorts and 5 holiday specials.

Diversity in Animation Headline News

FLAMIN Animations Showcases Latest Cohort’s Work at TNBFC XPO

Artists in the fourth year of Film London’s commissioning program for early-career Black animators shared short film works in progress; applications for new round opens March 31.

Empowering Women in Animation Headline News

WIA Announces 2025 ‘Stories x Women’ Program Participants

By Dan Sarto | Friday, March 28, 2025 at 9:42am

5 selected delegates will receive mentoring and coaching sessions from industry experts to prep to pitch projects at Annecy 2025; initiative supports women animators from emerging animation communities in Africa, Asia-Pacific, and Latin America.

Gaming Giants Make Nice Headline News

Ubisoft Announces New Subsidiary, $1.25B Tencent Investment

The venture will include its ‘Assassin’s Creed,’ ‘Far Cry,’ and ‘Tom Clancy’s Rainbow Six’ brands; Tencent will gain an approximate 25% economic interest in the subsidiary, which will remain exclusively controlled and consolidated by Ubisoft.

Those Don’t Look Like Shitakis Headline News

Adult Swim Renews ‘Common Side Effects’ for Season 2

From Joe Bennett, Steve Hely, and executive producers Mike Judge and Greg Daniels, the series explores what happens after a mysterious healing mushroom is discovered; Season 1 finale airs March 30.

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

CyberAgent Drops ‘The Summer Hikaru Died’ Trailer, Ending Theme Song

Anime series adaptation of the manga by Mokumokuren, which follows a boy who experiences strange incidents with an entity impersonating his best friend, will stream on Netflix this Summer.

A Zoo Like No Other Headline News

‘Night of the Zoopocalypse’ Hits Premium Video on Demand April 4

The 3DCG film, from the mind of Clive Barker, features a rogue meteor, a mysterious virus, and one very bad night at the zoo; David Harbour, Paul Sun-Hyung Lee, and Scott Thompson star.

Promoting a New Generation of Animation Artists Headline News

2025 WIA Scholarship Winners Announced

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 2:51pm

14 scholarship recipients were selected from 179 worldwide applicants representing 77 schools; an additional 41 received honorable mentions.

Business Headline News

Halon Entertainment Launches New Glasgow Studio

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 2:21pm

Expansion to state-of-the-art facility with up to 250 artist positions grows the company’s international footprint and ability to take on more ambitious work; expansion also planned at Los Angeles headquarters.

Business Headline News

Rodeo FX Acquires Mikros Animation

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, March 27, 2025 at 8:57am

The animation studio reportedly has been operating despite last month’s Technicolor Group shutdown, and its projects, production pipeline, and most of its creative, technical and leadership teams have been kept on.

I Only Got 25 Cents Headline News

Shout! Studios’ Announces ‘A Tooth Fairy Tale’ Digital Release

The animated feature, which follows a teenage tooth fairy with a rebellious streak, will be available for rent or purchase on all digital platforms across North America on May 20, and in select theaters May 2.

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