Jiri Trnka -- Walt Disney Of The East!
Edgar Dutka takes a look at the career of Czechoslovakia's great master, Jiri Trnka. His puppet films are masterpieces of subtle rebellion and sophisticated themes.
Growing Pains
Why can't animation grow up? Martin "Dr. Toon" Goodman has an interesting take on the problem and highlights some of the medium's hits and misses at reaching the big kids.
AWN's Annecy Photo Album
AWN went to Annecy in force this year. Here is a collection of photos of the people, places and events that makes Annecy the place to be each spring.
It Takes More Than Blood And Gore
The adult gamer isn't just looking for a shoot-em-up type game. They are looking for sophistication. Jacquie Kubin looks at three games that are offering just that.
The MYSTERY! of Edward Gorey
Derek Lamb spent many afternoons with the amazing Edward Gorey. Here he discusses the contradictions of an intensely talented man.
Dale Messick: A Comic Strip Life
Brenda Starr is an American icon. Jackie Leger looks at the woman behind her and the long legacy of female comic strip artists, who are unfortunatly not quite as well known
Keith Scott: Down Under's Voice Over Marvel
Stephen Lynch interviews Keith Scott, Australia's foremost voice actor, and hears all about his love of Jay Ward Cartoons and his exciting time on the set as the voice of Bullwinkle in Universal's upcoming Rocky and Bullwinkle.
Working With Sparky
Bill Melendez looks back at working with Charles Schulz, or Sparky as his friends called him, and relays how they produced the classic Peanuts specials we all love.
The Remarkable June Foray
Mark Evanier profiles the career of legendary June Foray, voice actress, ASIFA supporter and Governor of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts & Sciences.
Let's Sketch on Location
Renowned drawing instructor Glenn Vilppu begins a new series of articles that discuss sketching on location.
The Zagreb World Festival Of Animated Films: On The Eve Of Zagreb 2000
Of the mighty ASIFA sanctioned festivals, Zagreb is perhaps the hidden gem that has survived through some terribly tough times and blows. Borivoj "Bordo" Dovnikovic supplies us with a history and look at Zagreb today.
Dotcomix: Capturing Animated Motion On The Net
Using proprietary motion-capture software and creative partnerships, Protozoas DotComix is quickly becoming a force on the Internet. Lee Dannacher offers an inside peak.
The Remarkable June Foray
Mark Evanier profiles the career of legendary June Foray, voice actress, ASIFA supporter and Governor of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts & Sciences.
Election Fraud
The United States has a long history of political comics, so how come animation isnt used in Presidential advertising campaigns? Martin "Dr. Toon" Goodman queries the wisdom
Disney Takes a BIG Departure from Formula with Dinosaur
Wendy Jackson Hall takes a look behind the scenes at the animators of Disneys Dinosaur.
Harvey Entertainment Takes Control
Heather Kenyon talks with Rick Mischel, President and COO of Harvey Entertainment, about the companys transition from a licensor to a producer/distributor with the current production Caspers Haunted Christmas.
Gundam Wing: America's Next Pokemon?
Cartoon Network and Sega Dreamcast are bringing Gundam Wing to America from Japan where it is already a smash success. Jacquie Kubin reports.
A Chat With Don Bluth And Gary Goldman (Part I)
Larry Lauria starts his two-part series with a conversation with Gary Goldman, co-director of Fox Feature Animations summer release Titan, A.E. and industry veteran.
Aardman's First Feature Egg-stravaganza!
Watch out Feathers McGraw! Aardmans got a whole new flock. Andrew Osmond visits Aardman Animations as they put the final touches on Chicken Run, the studios first feature film.
Which Is The Real Kimba?
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 Anime Trivia Quizbook: Fun Fan Fare or More?
Fred Patten takes Ryan Omegas Anime Trivia Quizbook test and finds it rises well to the challenge.
The Graying of E3
Gaming isn't just for kids anymore. It is now a multi-billion dollar business and it shows. Eric Huelsman reports from the Expo floor.
Ads Are Animating the Internet
Just how are these Internet animation companies making ends meet? Karen Raugust investigates a few ways that clever companies are placing advertising into our favorite Webisodes.
The Graying of E3
Gaming isnt just for kids anymore. It is now a multi-billion dollar business and it shows. Eric Huelsman reports from the Expo floor.
ASIFA-East's Festival Makes New York Even Hotter
Elizabeth Shin talks with ASIFA-Easts president Linda Simensky about the way ASIFA celebrations are done, New York style!
