‘Seder-Masochism’: Why Is This Film Different from All Other Films?
Nina Paley’s extraordinary second feature is a biblical epic that you can dance to.
Article Type: Interview
Pictures from the Brainbox: Animators on Animation - 'Big Surf'
In Art, Films, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Let's Go Eat the Factory! | Geographic Region: All, North America
Brad Bird Makes a Heroic Return to Animation with the Incredible ‘Incredibles 2’
The two-time Oscar winner continues the adventures of everyone’s favorite super hero family in the long-awaited sequel to Pixar’s 2004 hit.
In 3D, CG, Films, People, Production | ANIMATIONWorld | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: All, North America
I Have a Question Steve Angel
Steve Angel, co-founder of Toronto's Head Gear Animation, takes the stand to answer some pressing questions
In Commercials, People, Stop-Motion | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Let's Go Eat the Factory! | Geographic Region: All, North America
Lo-Fi Perfection: The Incredible Year of Animator John Morena
52 Films, 1 Year: Meet John Morena.
In 2D, Festival, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Let's Go Eat the Factory! | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: Europe, North America
DreamWorks Animation Unveils the Hidden World in First Trailer for ‘How to Train Your Dragon 3’
From new technologies to new characters, director Dean DeBlois answers our questions about what to expect from the culmination of one of the biggest animated franchises of all time.
WATCH: Dennis Gansel Talks ‘Jim Button & Luke the Engine Driver’ at FMX 2018
The director discusses his latest film, the live-action/VFX driven adaptation of the classic German children’s story.
In CG, Event, Films, People, Visual Effects | Blog Post, VFXWorld | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: Europe
New Sheriff in Town: ILM’s Rob Bredow Talks ‘Solo: A Star Wars Story’
From in-camera effects to the latest virtual production techniques, Industrial Light and Magic’s newly appointed head rounds up more than 1,800 VFX shots for the Star Wars stand-alone anthology space western.
In 3D, CG, Films, People, Technology, Visual Effects | VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All, North America
Pictures from the Brainbox: Animators on Animation - 'Mind Frame'
Jake Fried talks about the making of his trippy caffeinated short, Mind Frame (2016)
In Art, Films, People, Production, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Let's Go Eat the Factory! | Geographic Region: All, North America
I Have a Question Boris Labbé
The extraordinary experimental animator/artist/soothsayer, Boris Labbé provides you with all the answers you need for a moderately content life.
In Films, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Let's Go Eat the Factory! | Geographic Region: All, Europe
Mad for Mid-Century Design: Pixar’s ‘Incredibles 2’
From soaring Googie architecture to fabulous terrazzo flooring, production designer Ralph Eggleston, visual designer Philip Metschan, shading art director Bryn Imagire, and sets supervisor Nathan Fariss join forces to create the incredible world of director Brad Bird’s ‘Incredibles 2.’
In 3D, CG, Films, People, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Production | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: North America
All the Way to Never Land: Disney’s ‘Peter Pan’ Signature Edition Arrives on Blu-ray
On the 65th anniversary of the 1953 animated classic, AWN’s resident ‘Miscweant’ speaks with Kathryn Beaumont, the voice of Wendy in Disney’s ‘Peter Pan.’
In 2D, Films, Home Entertainment, People, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: The Miscweant | Geographic Region: North America
Pictures from the Brainbox: Animators on Animation - 'The Brainwashers'
Stop-motion wizard Patrick Bouchard (2018's 'Le Sujet'/'The Subject') thinks back on his 2002 debut film, 'The Brainwashers.'
In Art, Films, People, Production, Short Films, Stop-Motion | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Let's Go Eat the Factory! | Geographic Region: All, North America
Building A Better Colossus: How They Raised the VFX Stakes for ‘Deadpool 2’
Production VFX supervisor Dan Glass doubles down on the creation of a more unified Colossus with simultaneous facial capture and voice performance, and geometry-based character animation.
In 3D, Acting, CG, Films, People, Technology, Visual Effects | VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
I Have a Question Adam Elliot
Adam Elliot (Mary and Max) winner of many shiny trophies and a few envelopes of cash answers today's deeply existential queries to help guide you through the rough seas of daily life.
In Art, Awards, People, Short Films, Stop-Motion | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Let's Go Eat the Factory! | Geographic Region: All, Australia
WATCH: Lynne Naylor Talks Character and Conceptual Design at FMX 2018
The DreamWorks TV Animation veteran artist talks about her different approaches to character and conceptual design projects, the dynamic of realizing a strong director’s vision, such as Genndy Tartakovsky, and challenges she faced on shows such as ‘Samurai Jack.’
In 2D, Art, CG, Event, Films, Illustration, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: All
How Method Studios Crafted Rocket 2.0 for ‘Avengers: Infinity War’
Method VFX supervisor Greg Steele oversees delivery of 430 shots for the culmination of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, including upgrades for Rocket and Groot featuring hand-keyed character animation.
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WATCH: Réka Bucsi Talks ‘Solar Walk’ Animation with Live Music at FMX 2018
The indie director discusses her animated film project performed with live music, her residency at the Open Workshop in Viborg, Denmark, and her feelings about artistic inspiration and choice of technique.
In 2D, Event, Music and Sound, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: All
Defining Thanos: Weta Brings Motion Capture to New Heights for ‘Avengers: Infinity War’
Weta Digital and Digital Domain transform Josh Brolin’s motion capture performance into a believable and imposing CG adversary.
Brazilian Animation: Ennio Torresan Returns to His Roots
Twenty-five years since leaving his native country of Brazil, DreamWorks Animation head of story Ennio Torresan is actively pursuing projects with a Brazilian flavor.
In 2D, 3D, CG, Films, People, Places, Television | ANIMATIONWorld | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: All, North America, South America
WATCH: Luciana Carvalho Se Talks Immersive AR/VR Tech and Gender Diversity Initiatives at FMX 2018
REWIND’s head of partnerships talks about how AR, VR and immersive media technology are impacting people’s scientific and creative engagement with the world around them, as well as her work with UK-based Unfold Inclusion promoting gender diversity in the technology industry.
In CG, Digital Media, Event, People, Technology | Blog Post, VFXWorld | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: All
WATCH: Aardman’s David Sproxton Talks ‘Early Man’ Stop-Motion Production Challenges at FMX 2018
The studio’s co-founder discusses their most recent animated feature, ‘Early Man,’ sharing insights on Oscar-winner Nick Park’s writing and directing process and how more and more CGI is integrated into stop-motion filmmaking.
In 2D, CG, Event, Films, People, Stop-Motion | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: All
The Burden of Other People’s Thoughts: Don Hertzfeldt Talks ‘World of Tomorrow Episode Two’
From crafting a story around the musings of a five-year-old to employing an aging technical pipeline, no filmmaking challenge is too big for Hertzfeldt.
WATCH: Sony Pictures Animation’s Shannon Tindle Talks Directing Challenges at FMX 2018
The creator of ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ teases his new animated feature film at SPA, shares his insights on the difficulties of the creative process, and gives advice for young artists looking for a career in the industry.
In CG, Event, Films, People, Short Films, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: All
Pictures from the Brainbox: Animators on Animation - 'Tennessee'
Jack Wedge opens up about the frustrations and challenges he faced while making his short take on modern love, 'Tennessee' (2017)
In Films, Production, Short Films, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Let's Go Eat the Factory! | Geographic Region: All, North America
