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Yes My Precious! Headline News

‘The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim’ to Stream on Max

The 2D animated feature from New Line Cinema and Warner Bros. Animation makes its global streaming debut February 28, then hits HBO linear on March 1.

Clayface ShapeShifts into Theaters Headline News

James Watkins to Direct DC’s ‘Clayface’

The ‘Speak No Evil’ helmer joins writer Mike Flanagan on the live-action project; the film features the shapeshifting Batman villain last seen in Max’s animated ‘Harley Quinn’ series.

Whistle While You Watch Headline News

‘Disney’s Snow White’ Legacy Featurette Revisits 1937 Classic

The new video includes interviews and behind-the-scenes footage from the upcoming live-action musical reimagining, as well as clips from the famed animated ‘Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs.’

Shaken and Stirred Headline News

Amazon MGM Studios Secures ‘James Bond’ Franchise Rights

We are shaken and stirred… the studio will gain creative control of future productions, while longtime franchise custodians Michael G. Wilson and Barbara Broccoli step down as producers but retain the ‘co-owner’ title.

The Avatarverse Expands Again! Headline News

Nickelodeon Greenlights All-New ‘Avatar: Seven Havens’ Animated Series

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 8:51am

Produced by Avatar Studios, the 26-episode 2D series centers around a young Earthbender who discovers she’s the new Avatar; announcement made as part of ‘Avatar: The Last Airbender’ 20th anniversary celebration.

Business Headline News

HKIFF Industry Project Market Adds Animation, Indonesian Showcases

Completing its lineup with 8 additional titles, the event will present 48 featured projects from March 17-19 at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre, alongside the 29th Hong Kong International Film & TV Market.

Business Headline News

DNEG’s Brahma Division Acquires AI Tech Company Metaphysic

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 11:25am

Merger with the leading AI VFX tool company used in Robert Zemeckis’ ‘Here’ to de-age stars Tom Hanks and Robin Wright, coupled with United Al Sager Group’s second investment in the DNEG Group, leaves Brahma with post-transaction value of US$1.43 billion.

Man’s Best Friend Headline News

Exclusive ‘Dog Man’ Deleted Scene Clip: Film Now Out on Digital Platforms

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 10:00am

Released with exclusive deleted scenes, how-to-draw tutorials from the animators themselves, recording booth bloopers, and other goodies, Peter Hastings and DreamWorks’ animated comedy is available today to rent or buy.

That’s Not All Folks! Headline News

Watch: ‘The Day the Earth Blew Up: A Looney Tunes Movie’ Official Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 9:07am

What could possibly go wrong for Porky and Daffy in the new sci-fi buddy action comedy, the shorts series franchise’s first fully animated feature, when the pair uncover a secret alien mind control plot; hits theaters on March 14.

Awards Headline News

29th Annual Art Directors Guild Awards Announced

By Dan Sarto | Monday, February 17, 2025 at 10:48am

‘The Wild Robot,’ ‘Wicked,’ ‘Nosferatu,’ ‘Fallout,’ and ‘Shōgun’ are among the winning films and TV series recognized for excellence in production design at the February 15 ceremony.

Awards Headline News

‘Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl,’ ‘Dune: Part 2’ and ‘Wander to Wonder’ Nab BAFTA 2025 Wins

By Dan Sarto | Monday, February 17, 2025 at 8:47am

The stop-motion comedy and ‘Dune’ sequel each take home 2 awards, with ‘Wicked’ winning twice as well, including Best Production Design, at the yesterday’s 2025 EE British Academy Film Awards gala.

Let It Slide My Friend Headline News

Bill Plympton Announces Patreon, ‘Slide’ Screening

The legendary animator’s new crowdfunding effort offers 3 tiers of special content and exclusive perks; a special screening of his new film, which tells the tale of a mythical cowboy showdown with eco-villains, is coming to MOMI March 9.

Dare for Greatness ANIMATIONWorld

‘Medalist’: A Look at the World of Sports Anime

AWN’s anime columnist Andrew Osmond discusses the show – currently streaming on Hulu - about an 11-year-old girl determined to become a champion figure skater, and how it fits into the universe of sports anime.

We Want More Tom & Jerry Headline News

Tom and Jerry Celebrate 85 Years with Products, Experiences, and TV Programming

The iconic Warner Bros. Discovery duo begins the year-long celebration with a global rollout of experiences, TV programming, and products featuring partnerships with CASETiFY, Converse, Funko, Loungefly, and others.

Here There Be Dragons… and Vikings Headline News

Universal Drops ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 10:38am

Hiccup pushes back against all odds in a quest to save his village while defying centuries of tradition by befriending a dragon, in Dean DeBlois’ live-action reimagining of the first film in DreamWorks Animation’s hugely successful animated franchise: in theaters June 13.

Honoring Excellence in Visual Effects Headline News

'Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes' Wins for Best VFX in a Feature at 23rd VES Awards

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 7:52pm

Wes Ball's epic 'Planet of the Apes' adventure takes the evening's final and top award, while 'Dune: Part Two' takes home the most feature wins; 'The Wild Robot' the most animated feature wins; and 'Shōgun' the most episodic wins. 

On the Road to the Oscars VFXWorld

On the Road to the 97th Oscars: The Visual Effects Nominees

Take a deeper look at ‘Alien: Romulus,’ ‘Better Man,’ ‘Dune: Part Two,’ ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes,’ and ‘Wicked,’ all vying for the Best Visual Effects Oscar on March 2, 2025.

Feature Film VFX Headline News

Base FX Powers Triumphant Return of NeZha in ‘NeZha 2’

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 12:15pm

Studio delivers more than 230 shots on 2019 hit film's sequel that just broke Chinese animated film box office records with a haul of $US 800 million in first 9 days of release; hits U.S. cinemas February 14.

Events Headline News

Atlanta Jewish Film Festival Unveils Official Selections for 25th Anniversary Edition

Mix of animated films and works inspired by award-winning graphic novels includes ‘Legend of Destruction,’ The Most Precious of Cargoes,’ ‘Art Spiegelman: Disaster is My Muse,’ and ‘The Property.’

Awards Headline News

‘The Wild Robot,’ ‘Dune: Part Two,’ ‘Wicked,’ and ‘X-Men ’97’ Win Critics Choice Awards

By Dan Sarto | Monday, February 10, 2025 at 1:10pm

The shows take top honors for Best Animated Feature, Best VFX, Vest Production Design, and Best Animated Series, respectively, at the February 7 ceremony.

Awarding Excellence in Animation Headline News

‘The Wild Robot,’ ‘Arcane’ Dominate at 52nd Annual Annie Awards

By Dan Sarto | Sunday, February 9, 2025 at 12:51am

Chris Sanders and DreamWorks’ blockbuster feature led the festivities with wins in 9 categories, while Netflix and Riot Games’ fan-favorite series took home 7, in a fun but emotional ceremony dedicated to victims of January’s tragic fires and highlighted by several tributes to LA’s firefighting finest, a real-time fundraiser, and 2 building-clearing false fire alarms.

The Annies are Coming! ANIMATIONWorld

AWN’s Annie Awards Roundup: Top Contenders in Film and TV

Dig into the roster of animated feature films, TV shows, and shorts vying for wins in 36 different categories on February 8 at ASIFA-Hollywood’s 52nd annual ceremony recognizing the best in animation from the past year.

Heading to Stuttgart Headline News

FMX 2025 Ticket Shop Open Now

The conference now offers two new ticket categories: the Business Pass and the Experience Pass; early bird options are also in place until March 20.

The Magic is Gathering Headline News

Legendary, Hasbro Partner for ‘Magic: The Gathering’ Film and TV Universe

Initial plans call for a feature, based on the trading card game franchise, with series and other content to be developed as the universe expands.

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