‘Digimon Adventure: Last Evolution Kizuna’ Arrives on Digital September 29
Toei Animation and Shout! Factory also releasing long-awaited animated feature on DVD and Blu-ray Combo Pack October 6; release features all new English dub.
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MIPCOM 2020 is Happening in Cannes
Begins: October 12, 2020
The world’s largest entertainment content market is coming October 12 – 15; MIPCOM Online+ gives access to those who can’t attend.
BRON Launches Virtual Production Services Company
With live-action productions on hold due to the pandemic, BRON expands with new division using Unreal Engine technology to transform digital content creation workflows and produce high-quality content faster.
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Sony Acquires Minority Stake in Epic Games
Company makes $250 Million strategic investment in game industry leader to broaden their collaboration developing state of the art technology, entertainment, and socially connected online services.
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Animation Masters Summit 2020 – Digital Edition Runs July 20 - 24
The theme of the free 5-day virtual event is “Connecting Minds: Unravelling New Possibilities.”
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WATCH: ‘Superman: Man of Tomorrow’ Trailer
Newest DC Universe Movies entry will be released August 23 on Digital, and September 8 on 4K HD, Blu-ray and DVD combo pack, from Warner Home Entertainment.
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‘Trolls World Tour’ Dance Party Edition Now Available on 4K Ultra HD and Blu-Ray
To celebrate the film’s home entertainment release, watch exclusive ‘Rocker and Classical Trolls’ behind the scenes Bonus Clip with director Walt Dohrn, producer Gina Shay and production designer Kendal Cronkhite-Shaindlin.
‘Trolls World Tour’ Dance Party Edition Now Available on Digital
Special edition with bonus content, song lyrics and interactive dance party mode also coming to 4k Ultra HD, Blu-Ray and DVD on July 7, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment.
‘Astroboy’ and ‘Black Jack’ to Stream on RetroCrush Beginning June 5
Digital Media Rights inks deal for North American rights to line-up of Tezuka Productions’ classic anime titles.
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‘Justice League Dark: Apokolips War’ Now Available on Digital and Blu-Ray
Warner Bros.’ culmination of seven-year, 15 animated film journey can also be purchased on 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack, Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD.
‘Trolls World Tour’ Dance Party Edition Coming to Digital June 23
Special edition includes sing-alongs, dance moves, interactive pop ups and other features; 4K HD, Blu-ray and DVD coming July 7.
WATCH: Exclusive ‘Sonic the Hedgehog’ Behind the Scenes Clip
High-speed adventure available now on digital and May 19 on 4K Ultra HD & Blu-ray combo packs that include limited-edition comic book.
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Funimation and Bigscreen Bring 30+ Anime Films to VR
Virtual anime movie theater to kick off May 1 with special weekend of live film screenings starting with fan favorite, ‘Your Name.’
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THE IMPORTANCE OF ANIMATION CREATORS
In these trying times I started to wonder if I was contributing enough to society...
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Warner’s ‘Mortal Kombat Legends: Scorpion’s Revenge’ Releasing on Digital April 12
Animated film based on popular videogame franchise also available on 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack, Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD on April 28.
Satoshi Kon’s ‘Tokyo Godfathers’ Debuts May 19 on Digital
Restored and remastered from 4K transfer, late director’s tale of the mystery surrounding an abandoned child will also be available June 2 on Blue-ray and DVD combo pack with special bonus features.
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Pixar’s ‘Onward’ Gets Early Digital and Disney+ Release
Dan Scanlon’s new film, currently in theatres, is now available to buy digitally; Disney+ release moved up to April 3.
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WATCH: Pixomondo Previs and VFX Breakdown Reels From ‘Midway’
Led by VFX supervisor Derek Spears, the studio filled the sea and sky around Midway Atoll with the devastating tools and action of war in Roland Emmerich’s harrowing tale of the decisive 1942 battle between the U.S. and Japan in the Pacific Theatre of WWII.
Illumination Names Keith Feldman COO
Former President & General Manager of Worldwide Home Entertainment at 20th Century Fox will serve as strategic partner and advisor to CEO Chris Meledandri.
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Light Chaser’s ‘White Snake’ Now Available on Blu-Ray, DVD and Digital
Engaging tale of a young woman’s quest for her lost identity, with bonus footage including interview with co-director Ji Zhao, is released today by GKIDS and Shout! Factory.
Kabillion Promotes Stevan Levy to President of Programming and Operations
Company veteran to continue streaming network’s expansion by securing quality programming and cementing strategic partnerships.
‘White Snake’ Coming to Blu-ray, DVD and Digital February 4
Light Chaser’s tale of a young woman’s quest for her lost identity, with bonus footage including interview with co-director Ji Zhao, being released by GKIDS and Shout! Factory.
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Satoshi Kon’s ‘Millennium Actress’ Now Available on Blu-ray and Digital
Shout! Factory and Eleven Arts Anime Studio release newly restored version of award-winning anime classic.
‘The Addams Family’ Coming to Digital December 24 and Blu-ray January 21
Hilarious animated feature about Charles Addams’s iconic and subversively comedic family gets its home entertainment release on multiple platforms including On Demand.
DreamWorks Animation and Pearl Studio’s ‘Abominable’ Now Available on Digital
Nominated for four Annie Awards, the film about a young city girl who helps a mysterious Yeti elude captors and travel 2,000 miles to reach his Himalayan home, will also be released on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD on December 17.
