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Great Kryptonite Balls of Fire Headline News

DC to Launch 'Superman Unlimited' Ongoing Comic Series

Penned by Dan Slott and Rafael Albuquerque, the series sees the arrival of an extinction-level Kryptonite asteroid, which creates an arms race for the resource Green K that changes the balance of power in Metropolis; launching May 21.

Ho Ho Ho! ANIMATIONWorld

Crafting Magic: Simon Otto Talks ‘That Christmas’

By Dan Sarto | Monday, January 20, 2025 at 4:31pm

The animation veteran and first-time feature film director opens up about working with famed author and producer Richard Curtis on adapting his three Christmas kids' books into a heartfelt animated tale about the often complex, never simple dynamics that bring friends and families together during the holidays; now streaming on Netflix.

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

‘The Mononoke Lecture Logs of Chuzenji-sensei: He Just Solves All the Mysteries’ Anime Coming in April

The prequel series to Natsuhiko Kyogoku’s renowned ‘Hyakki Yako’ novels, based on an original spin-off manga illustrated by Aki Shimizu, follows a student, her new literature teacher, and much supernatural drama.

Totoro on Stage Headline News

Casting Announced for ‘My Neighbor Totoro’ 2025 West End Run

Victoria Chen joins the cast of the Royal Shakespeare Company show as Mei, while Ami Okumura Jones returns as Satsuki alongside Dai Tabuchi as Tatsuo, Jacqueline Tateas as Granny, and Ai Ninomiyaas as the Singer; coming to the Gillian Lynne Theatre March 8 - November 2.

Honoring Excellence in VFX Headline News

VES Announces 2025 Board of Directors Officers

Kim Davidson has been re-elected as Board Chair, with Susan O’Neal elected First Vice Chair, David Tanaka as Second Vice Chair, Rita Cahill as Secretary, and Jeffrey A. Okun as Treasurer.

Welcome to Zanadoo ANIMATIONWorld

PigBird Stop-Motion Studio Spreads its Wings One Frame at a Time

Trevor Hardy says six years spent struggling to build his animation business is akin to fiddling with a bad tooth, though his recent hugely popular music video, ‘The Happy Song,’ for Imogene Heap and newest short, ‘A Right Royal Sprout’ may signal a welcome bit of pain relief.

In Passing Headline News

Veteran Animator, Director, and Producer Robert Verrall Passes at 97

The artist, celebrated for his distinguished career, from 1945-1987, as a filmmaker and later as the head of the animation department at the National Film Board of Canada (NFB), is credited with works such as the Oscar-nominated 'The Romance of Transportation in Canada,' Ryan Larkin’s ‘Walking,’ and many others.

Go Go Oggy Headline News

Xilam, Sony Pictures Networks India Renew ‘Oggy and the Cockroaches’ Partnership

Covering 423 episodes from the legacy IP, the extension also includes a L&M deal with Navneet, an extensive marketing campaign, and a mobile app.

Cozy Content Headline News

Miam! Distribution Acquires ‘Tweedy & Fluff’ International Rights

The stop-motion animated prequel series, created by children’s author Corrinne Averiss, follows the cloth toy Tweedy and his pet Fluff, a four-legged ball of woolly fuzz.

Honoring a Music Video Maestro Headline News

Annecy 2025 Welcomes Michel Gondry

The visionary artist, known in part for his animation work in various music videos, will serve as Festival guest, and be awarded with an Honorary Cristal; festival runs June 8-14.

Eyes and Ears and Mouth and Nose Headline News

Brazilian Animated Series ‘Lulumos’ Hits YouTube

The 3DCG show, which centers on a friendly trio with a penchant for singing educational songs that invite kids to join in, dance and have fun, is now streaming.

Watch Out for Expired Snacks ANIMATIONWorld

‘Zenshu’: The Superpower of Animation

AWN’s anime columnist Andrew Osmond looks at MAPPA’s comedy fantasy, one of the best shows currently streaming, now on Crunchyroll; but first he discusses the often mis-identified universe of TV anime.

Awards Headline News

2025 Producers Guild Awards Movie and TV Nominations Announced

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 12:09pm

‘Flow,’ ‘Inside Out 2,’ ‘Moana 2,’ ‘Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl’ and ‘The Wild Robot’ get the nod in the animated movie category, while ‘Dune: Part Two,’ ‘Shōgun,’ ‘The Penguin’ and ‘Wicked’ are also among the Outstanding Producer nominees.

It’s How You Play the Game Headline News

Disney+ Drops Trailer for Pixar’s ‘Win or Lose’

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 11:17am

No pressure… just don’t blow it! Launching February 19, the studio’s first original series takes the perspective of eight different characters as they prepare for a championship softball game.

Awards Headline News

Lumiere Awards Luncheon Canceled

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, January 16, 2025 at 9:28am

The Advanced Imaging Society just shared that due to the impact of the tragic Southern California fires, they are canceling the 15th Annual awards celebration; winners will still be announced February 7.

Love in Another Timeline Headline News

‘Unnamed Memory’ Season 2 Now Streaming on Crunchyroll

In the series, Tinasha, previously the ‘Witch of The Azure Moon,’ now reigns as the Queen of Tuldarr; a new love story will now unfold between her and Oscar, with new episodes every Tuesday.

Leaders Driving Real Change ANIMATIONWorld

‘You Got Moxie!’: Changing the Game of Changemaking in Entertainment

Collective Moxie founder & CEO Julie Ann Crommett, a seasoned DEI advisor and former Disney and Google executive, shares insights gleaned from her podcasts with industry leaders like Pixar’s Danielle Feinberg and Disney’s Carlos Lopez Estrada, who discuss their own experiences and how they’ve worked to embrace inclusivity and effect change in their artistic efforts.

Awards Headline News

‘The Simpsons,’ ‘Bob’s Burgers’ Lead 2025 WGA Awards Nominations for Animation

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 11:57am

Two of FOX’s iconic series once again nabs multiple noms, with ‘Blood of Zeus’ rounding out the list; ‘Shōgun,’ ‘Fallout’ among non-animated shows also garnering multiple noms; ceremony set for February 15.

Awards Headline News

Nominations Announced for 2025 BAFTA Awards

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 10:54am

‘Flow,’ ‘Inside Out 2,’ ‘Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl,’ and ‘The Wild Robot’ get the nod for Animated Film with ‘Better Man,’ ‘Dune: Part Two,’ ‘Gladiator II,’ ‘Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes,’ and ‘Wicked’ selected for Special Visual Effects.

Justice is Not Always Blind Headline News

Disney+ Drops ‘Daredevil: Born Again’ Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at 9:26am

After shedding its writers and directors back in 2023, the all-new Marvel Studios series starring Charlie Cox and Vincent D’Onofrio reprising their roles as Matt Murdock, aka Daredevil, and Wilson ‘Kingpin’ Fisk finally hits the streamer March 4.

Ghost with the Most VFXWorld

One of Us Helps Capture a Stop-Motion Aesthetic in ‘Beetlejuice Beetlejuice’

Led by VFX supervisor James Brennan-Craddock, the studio delivered postvis and 317 visual effects shots on Tim Burton’s hit ‘Beetlejuice’ sequel, including digital versions of a miniature plane, simulated oceans, stretched faces, and sequences featuring the famed sandworm.

A Trip to Remember Headline News

Trailer, Voice Cast Revealed for ‘Solo Camping for Two’ Anime Series

Adapted from the manga of the same name, the show follows a devoted solo camper’s accidental encounter with a total novice that evolves into an unusual partnership; debuts this July.

The Witcher Returns Headline News

Netflix Drops ‘The Witcher: Sirens of the Deep’ Official Trailer

Based on ‘Witcher’ author Andrzej Sapkowski’s short story, ‘A Little Sacrifice,’ the animated film follows Geralt of Rivia as he investigates a series of attacks in a seaside village; streams February 11.

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