Alkemy X’s Creative Studio Adds Eyepie to Commercial Roster
The Hudson Valley, New York-based creative agency, led by husband-wife duo Laney Coletti-Saracino and David Saracino, offers services blending artistic vision with technical expertise.
AWN Headline News
WIA and UNESCO Partner to Support Global Gender Equity in Animation
At today’s historic signing ceremony and talk in Paris, WIA president Marge Dean noted that as new animation industries are developing around the world, the two organizations can advocate for gender parity and inclusion to be built into the foundation.
Starz Greenlights ‘Spartacus: House of Ashur’ Sequel Series
Nick Tarabay returns as Ashur, back from the dead and running the gladiator school once owned by Batiatus, with series creator Steven S. DeKnight serving as showrunner and executive producer.
In Acting, Business, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
John Cena’s ‘Coyote vs. Acme’ Shelved by Warner Bros.
A year after filming was completed, the anvil has officially been dropped on the live action/CG animation hybrid feature following a down-and-out billboard lawyer who decides to represent Wile. E. Coyote in a lawsuit against ACME Corporation
In Business, CG, Digital Media, Films, People, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Netflix Drops New ‘Leo’ Clip
Geeked Week '23 keeps on geeking… Adam Sandler stars in - and co-wrote - the hilarious new 3DCG musical feature about the eponymous 74-year-old lizard, facing impending mortality, as he plans to escape his decades-long terrarium home; it’s got Bill Burr too, and streams later this month.
In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Films, People, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All
Netflix Releases Charlie Kaufman’s ‘Orion and the Dark’ Teaser
The 3DCG feature from DreamWorks Animation, penned by the Oscar-winning writer and filmmaker, tells the story of an average kid and his not-so-average all-consuming fears, coming to the streamer in February 2024.
In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Films, People, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All
Netflix Shares ‘Jurassic World: Chaos Theory’ Teaser
Our next Geeked Week '23 reveal – a sneak peek trailer and images for DreamWorks Animation’s all-new 3DCG animated series, which picks up the story after the park has closed; after the kingdom has fallen, a new era of chaos begins – watch it in 2024.
In 3D, CG, Digital Media, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All
Netflix Drops ‘Ultraman: Rising’ Teaser Trailer
Our first big Geeked Week '23 animation reveal shares cast and images from Shannon Tindle’s highly-anticipated film, based on the beloved Japanese character, baseball superstar Ken Sato, who returns home to Japan, picking up the mantle of Earth-defending superhero Ultraman.
In 3D, Anime, CG, Digital Media, Films, People, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All
OptiTrack Unveils New Advanced MoCap Cameras
The PrimeX 120, PrimeX 120W and SlimX 120 boast higher resolution and larger tracking areas and are now available for pre-order.
In 3D, Business, CG, People, Technology, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Call for Submissions: 4th Edition of the Next Lab Generation Workshop
The annual initiative seeks to discover new talent and boost advanced animation production from a technical and narrative perspective; entries accepted from individuals and groups – the deadline is December 13.
In 2D, 3D, Call for Entries, CG, People, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: All
Podcast EP 232: How Hannah Daigle Created ‘Satina’ & How It Got Super Popular
The web series creator discusses everything that goes into producing and monetizing a web series and how she parlayed her YouTube experience into a job in television.
Duality AI Releases FalconCloud and FalconEditor Digital Twin Tools
Product suite additions enable powerful collaborative workflows; editor uses 3D techniques to create and modify simulation-ready digital twins while cloud-based tool supports large scale high-fidelity simulations anywhere - directly from a web browser.
In 3D, AI, Business, CG, People, Technology, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Disney and Pixar Drop First ‘Inside Out 2’ Trailer
What teenager doesn't want a new emotion? The studios’ highly anticipated sequel to Pete Docter’s Oscar-winning 2015 ‘Inside Out’ will theaters next Summer.
Animated ‘Slim Goodbody’ Series in Development
John Burstein and Luminous Blue Limited team up to bring ‘Slim’s’ unique brand of learning and discovery to kids with an all-new adventure-based show exploring global health and wellness.
In 3D, Books, Business, CG, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All
SAG-AFTRA Ends Strike with Tentative New Three-Year Studio Contract
While details of the contract have not yet been disclosed, the strike officially ended at 12:01 am PT November 9, with guild members to ratify the agreement once the board signs off on the deal.
Dave Koz Drops ‘When You Wish Upon A Star’ Music Video
The Grammy-nominated musician teams up with his pup, Buddy Boy Koz, in a modern rendition of the classic Disney song; the release is a prelude to his upcoming EP ‘Dave Koz Does Disney.’
In 2D, CG, Digital Media, Music and Sound, Music Videos, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All
Puppetworks Shares ‘Apex Kill Code – Part 2’ Cinematic Trailer
Studio oversees conceptualization, asset creation, technical animation, and FX in collaboration with Psyop, Respawn Entertainment and Electronic Arts; the 4+ minute short scores 5M+ views since its release.
In 3D, CG, Commercials, Digital Media, Games, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All
Prime Video Drop ‘The Boys’ Season 4 Teaser Art
The Emmy-nominated series follows a group of superheroes who exploit their tremendous influence and popularity to abuse their superpowers; new season is coming in 2024.
In 3D, Acting, CG, Comics, Digital Media, People, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Nintendo Developing ‘Legend of Zelda’ Live-Action Film
‘Maze Runner’ trilogy helmer Wes Ball is set to direct the project, with representative director and Fellow of Nintendo Shigeru Miyamoto producing alongside Avi Arad for Arad Productions.
In Business, Films, Games, People, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Watch: ‘Detective Pikachu & the Mystery of the Missing Flan’ Short
The adorable 6-minute 3DCG film from The Pokémon Company and Polygon Pictures features Detective Pikachu on his newest case, helping friend Tim Goodman track down a delicious treat.
In 3D, CG, Digital Media, People, Short Films, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All
Bejuba! Entertainment Picks Up ‘Bjorn the Last Unicorn’ and ‘JuJu Brain’
The two new kids’ series, from animation veteran Tom Bancroft’s crowd-funded Pencilish Studios, promise to ‘bring much-needed fun and edification back to screens.’
Exclusive: Award-Winning ‘Starling’ Making Of Episode 1 Released
Helmed by director Mitra Shahidi and produced through Pixar’s co-op program, the Tribeca Film Fest Best Animated Short winner and 2024 Oscar contender, created by a global team of 70+ artists from 14 countries, tells the story of a mischievous star spirit that travels home to Istanbul to celebrate her birthday with family one last time.
In 2D, CG, Digital Media, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All
Animation Mentor’s 17th Student Showcase Continues School’s Creative Evolution
For Disney’s Brendan Gottlieb, the showcase director and a program mentor, helping students push their artistic capabilities, especially since they’re focused on character performance typically without lighting, sound, or even clothes, means getting a team together to give each project the ‘feature treatment’ and bring its story to life.
Sublime with Rome Drops ‘Tangerine Skies’ Music Video
For the ska alt rock group’s just-dropped EP, Intern Creatives ‘sublimely’ captures playful ‘90s surf vibes and ‘infectious grooves’ with vivid, colorful illustrations.
In 2D, CG, Music and Sound, Music Videos, People, Short Films, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All
The Mill Shares M&S Christmas 2023 ‘Fairy’ Spot
Getting snow right up their... Ryan Reynolds and Rob McElhenney join Dawn French, to voice the 3rd annual animated Xmas advert for the British retailer Marks & Spencer featuring Fairy joined by two lovable and mischievous mittens.
In 3D, CG, Commercials, Digital Media, People, Voice Acting | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe
