Entertainment on the Internet: Where Did the Promised Land Go?
Due to a series of legal problems, Kimba, the White Lion, has had numerous enumerations. Fred Patten tracks them all down for us and discusses the latest release the truly original, much loved 1966 television series.
The NewKidCo On The Block
NewKidCo is bringing some of the most well-known properties and characters into the childrens gaming arena. Jacquie Kubin gains insight from executive Paul Samulski.
Fresh from the Festivals: July 2001's Film Reviews
Maureen Furniss reviews five more short films straight from the festival circuit. This month we learn about:The Shadow of Doubt by Cynthia Wells, Patrick Smith's Drink, Grace by Lorelei Pepei, Chicken Kiev by Thomas Stellmach and We Are Immortal (Nous sommes immortels) by Daniel Guyonnet. Includes four QuickTime movie clips!
Confirming a New Tradition: Cal State Long Beach's 2nd Annual Japanese Animation Festival
Fred Patten reports from CSLB's growing anime festival. Only in its second year, the festival featured quite an impressive line-up of screenings and guests.
The Ghibli Museum: Miyazaki's Genius On Display
Get an inside peek! Tom Sito visits the construction site of what is sure to become a destination for animation fans worldwide -- the Ghibli Museum, honoring none other than Hayao Miyazaki, one of animation's foremost legends.
Jim Henson's Designs And Doodles: A Muppet Sketchbook
What did the Muppets look like before they were "the Muppets?" This new book reveals Jim Henson's first sketches and concepts. Will Ryan reviews.
June Bugged: Cartoon Network's Controversy
Who was right and who was wrong in the "June Bugs" Cartoon Network fiasco? Martin "Dr. Toon" Goodman reveals that that is not the question...it is, of course, a much deeper issue.
The Career Coach: Jobs In A Visual Effects House -- Defined
Part One of a three-part series that describes the steps involved in different specialties of visual effects production, the specific skills required for each specialty as well as what the studios are looking for in a portfolio and demo reel.
Producing Animation: Buying and Selling Projects
This month's Producing Animation excerpt by Catherine Winder and Zahra Dowlatabadi features stories of advice from the pitching room!
Nine And A Half Questions with June Foray
The legendary June Foray... Will Ryan has just enough time to ask her nine and a half succinct questions before she is off on her busy, busy schedule.
The Animation Pimp: Shrekxxx
The Animation Pimp takes a closer look at the sexual politics of Shrek, where it's better to promote bestiality than homosexuality.
E3 2001: Not Old, Mature
Wow! If you haven't checked out the latest games and the newest platforms you need to. John Edgar Park did at E3 and reports on the advances.
New from Japan: Anime Film Reviews
Fred Patten reviews the latest anime releases including: Martian Successor Nadesico, Pet Shop of Horrors, Moldiver, Black Jack and Amon Saga.
Those Who Shall Be: The New Faces Under The Animation Sun
Chris Robinson profiles Don Hertzfeldt, o Pikkov, Andreas Hykade and Priit Tender, four of the brightest new stars in independent animation.
Talking in His Sheep: A Conversation with Mo Willems
Martin "Dr. Toon" Goodman interviews Mo Willems, creator/director of Sheep In The Big City, about his career, his inspirations and a small sheep in a big city.
Producing Animation: The Producer's Thinking Map
This month's Producing Animation excerpt by Catherine Winder and Zahra Dowlatabadi features a visual guide that summarizes the main steps involved in producing an animated project, be it feature, television or direct-to-video.
Festival Profile: SICAF 2001
The 21st century is seeing an explosion of animation in popular culture, from games to theme parks, television to new media. The Seoul International Cartoon & Animation Festival (SICAF) has recognized and embraced this growth, and is positioned as one of the only events in the world that celebrates cartoons and animation across all mediums.
New from Japan: Anime Film Reviews
Will Ryan sits down with Janet Waldo, the voice behind many classic cartoon ladies.
Atlantis: Ushering in a New Era
Gerard Raiti goes behind the scenes of Disney's latest masterpiece, Atlantis: The Lost Empire. Think you've seen all the House of Mouse has to offer? Think again as Disney raises the bar.
Designing 3D Games That Sell!
John Edgar Park reviews a new book, which discusses game proposals, budgets, marketing, scheduling and meeting with publishers, as well as touching on actual game creation.
The Career Coach: Coping With Layoffs
Don't be ashamed of losing your job. Chuck Jones, Glen Keane and Steve Jobs were all out on the street once. Just regroup and take it as an opportunity to move up. Sometimes getting laid off gives you a chance to move up. If summer brings an involuntary vacation from work due to a layoff or downsizing, there are a few ways to get in shape and cope.
Sketching on Location: Drawing Groups of Figures
Renowned drawing instructor Glenn Vilppu continues with his seventh sketching on location teaching installment. This month he discusses different approaches to drawing groups of figures.
Nine And A Half Questions with Janet Waldo
Will Ryan sits down with Janet Waldo, the voice behind many classic cartoon ladies.
Special Effects from Down Under: A Growing Proposition
While you might not realize it, you've probably already seen some of Australia's top effects houses in action. Stephen Lynch explains.
Shrek: Something Old, Something New
DreamWorks super successful film Shrek is being hailed as a departure from the typical fairy tale, however, Maureen Furniss investigates just how racy this re-telling is.
