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Pioneers in Computer Animation ANIMATIONWorld

Bill Kroyer Talks His New Book, ‘Mr. InBetween: My Life in the Middle of the Animation Revolution’

By Dan Sarto | Monday, March 24, 2025 at 12:28pm

From his early, revolutionary work at Disney on ‘Tron’ to his Oscar-nominated short, ‘Technological Threat’ and Coca Cola ‘Polar Bear’ commercials, the long-time industry veteran was front and center at the nexus of revolutionary change from hand-drawn to computer animation.

Theaters Filled with TV Anime ANIMATIONWorld

‘Witch Watch,’ or Watching TV Anime on the Big Screen

AWN columnist Andrew Osmond reviews this week’s cinema preview of the series, coming to both Crunchyroll and Netflix in April, reflecting on the rise of TV anime in American theaters and elsewhere.

The Business of Anime Headline News

Animeigo Debuts ‘The Anime Business’ Episode 2

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 1:02pm

The documentary series, produced and hosted by company CEO and MediaOCD founder Justin Sevakis, features interviews with North American anime industry luminaries; Episodes 1 and 2 available on YouTube.

call for entries Headline News

Submissions for ASIFA-Hollywood’s 2025 Student Animation Showcase Open April 14

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 11:56am

The organization’s Animation Educator’s Forum showcases and celebrates graduates’ final projects and provides exposure to industry recruiters; the entry deadline is June 16.

You Had Me at Dr. Doofenshmirtz Headline News

Disney Drops ‘Phineas and Ferb’ New Season Trailer, Debut Date

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 11:24am

New episodes with the crew tackling another 104 days of summer, and Perry’s visit to the vet, along with a new series of animated shorts, begin rolling out starting June 5 on Disney Channel and Disney XD, June 6 on Disney+.

It’s Diddy-riffic! Headline News

Comedy Central Reveals ‘South Park’ Season 27 Teaser, Premiere Date

It’s time once again… to blame Canada! The newest season of the renowned series, which will feature P. Diddy, war with America’s neighbors to the north, and plenty of plane crashes, debuts July 9.

Animated Bites of Science Headline News

Center of Science and Industry Releases ‘Dr. B in 3’ Season 4

Science education meets storytelling in a fast-paced new season of the animated science series that makes complex topics accessible to all; now streaming on the COSI YouTube channel.

People Headline News

VIZ Media Announces Leadership Transition

The leading Japanese pop culture entertainment company’s former CEO Ken Sasaki has been named Chairman & Executive Advisor, while Brad Woods has been appointed President and CEO.

Light the Night Headline News

Tokyo Lights up the Night with Anime Projection Mapping

Inspired by the nightlife in Thailand, Tokyo Governor Koike Yuriko has set policy goals to attract more tourists, with outdoor displays of anime playing a pivotal role in enhancing night-time activities.

Awards Headline News

‘Percebes,’ ‘Sanatorium Under the Sign of the Hourglass’ Lead MONSTRA 2025 Winners

Short film ‘Beautiful Men’ also took home a top prize at the Animation Festival’s 24th edition, which wrapped up last week.

Technology Headline News

Adobe Announces Premiere Pro, Media Encoder Updates

4:2:2 video color editing is now supported on PCs, which reduces file size and improves color grading and chroma keying; NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5090 and 5080 laptops are now available, accelerating AI-powered video editing features.

We Love Our Space Cowboys! Headline News

Lucasfilm Drops ‘Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld’ Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, April 2, 2025 at 10:20am

New animated short anthology series from Dave Filoni focuses on 2 iconic villains from the galaxy’s criminal underbelly, premiering May 4 on Disney+.

All This for a Dog Headline News

Shannon Tindle to Helm Untitled Animated ‘John Wick’ Prequel

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 1:40pm

The ‘Ultraman: Rising’ writer/director has boarded Lionsgate’s upcoming feature, just announced at CinemaCon, with franchise star Keanu Reeves reportedly voicing the famed hitman in a story about completing the Impossible Task.

We Want More Giant Robots! Headline News

Sydney Sweeney to Star in ‘Gundam’?

Though details remain scarce, the ‘Immaculate’ star is reportedly in talks to join the upcoming live-action feature from Legendary and Bandai Namco Filmworks, based on the beloved mecha anime series.

More Wubbin More Dubbin Headline News

Rick and Morty Season 8 Coming May 25

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, April 1, 2025 at 7:05am

More wubbin and dubbin is on the way… a new season of the best – and only – animated series about a genius scientist who drags his timid grandson on adventures across the universe returns next month to Adult Swim.

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