Lee Unkrich to Helm ‘Coco 2’ at Pixar
The director reteams with his ‘Coco’ co-director Adrian Molina in the sequel to their Oscar-winning 2017 hit animated film, set for release in 2029.
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DNEG Animation Ups Crosby Clyse, Adds David Park
Pair assume the roles of Managing Director and Head of Production, respectively, as the studio prepares to announce new titles and add 300 people worldwide in 2024.
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‘Coco’ Voice Actress Ana Ofelia Murguía Passes at 90
The illustrious Mexican actress, who lent her voice to Mamá Coco in the Oscar-winning 2017 Pixar musical comedy, appeared in more than 100 projects, most notably ‘The Queen of the Night’ (1995), ‘Mi Querido Tom Mix’ (1992), and ‘Life Sentence’ (1979), and was awarded the Golden Ariel special lifetime achievement award in 2011.
Preorder ‘Cars’ Special Edition SteelBook
Celebrate Disney's 100th anniversary with re-releases of classic films from Disney, Pixar, Marvel and Lucasfilm studios – take an exclusive first look at the unique ‘Cars’ edition design.
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Cartoon Network Launches ‘Cartoon Cartoons’ Animated Shorts Program
Studio’s latest effort to nurture animation talent will give voices to a new and diverse generation of artists with mentorship and support; program’s creative council will include veteran producers Pete Browngardt, Manny Hernandez, Katie Rice, and Aminder Dhaliwal.
Frank Abney III’s ‘Canvas’ Paints a Story of Grief and Healing
Premiering tomorrow on Netflix, the poignant and moving animated short draws directly from the director’s childhood loss; he hopes his film encourages storytellers in the Black community to get their voices heard.
Disney+ Drive-In Festival Comes to Santa Monica October 5-12
Outdoor screening series features Disney+ Originals world premieres of ‘The Right Stuff,’ and ‘Clouds;’ screenings of fan favorites will include ‘The Simpsons,’ ‘Hocus Pocus,’ ‘Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back,’ ‘The Sound of Music.’
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Free Online PreVIEW III Session with RenderMan Evangelist Dylan Sisson
On July 24, Pixar’s RenderMan guru, along with VFX journalist Ian Failes, will talk about the latest in rendering technology and some amazing NPR tools currently in development.
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Andrew Millstein and Clark Spencer Lead Disney Animation Executive Shakeup
Management changes at Walt Disney Animation and Blue Sky Studios signal Disney’s effort to more fully integrate former Fox film and TV assets is gaining strength.
CalArts Dominates 2019 Best Animated Feature Oscar Category
Three Oscar-nominated animated features – ‘Incredibles 2,’ ‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse’ and ‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’ were directed or co-directed by CalArts alumni.
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‘Coco’ Producer Darla Anderson Signs Overall Deal with Netflix
Academy Award, Golden Globe, and BAFTA Award-winning producer will develop and produce new animated and live-action feature films and series aimed at a global family audience.
Pixar Co-Founder Ed Catmull Retiring After 40 Years
Catmull transitioning to an advisory role to end in summer 2019; Pixar president Jim Morris and Walt Disney Animation Studios president Andrew Millstein to continue in Catmull’s place.
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British Academy Announces 2018 Children’s Awards Nominees
Winners of the British Academy Children’s Awards celebrating the best in global children’s media to be unveiled on Sunday, November 25.
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Pixar Animation Studios Releases RenderMan 22
New release delivers interactive performance and state-of-the-art features, laying the groundwork for integration with Universal Scene Description technology.
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Box Office: ‘Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation’ Opens at No. 1
Latest Sony Pictures Animation ‘Hotel Transylvania’ franchise pic scares up $44 million in strong domestic debut.
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Disneytoon Studios Shuts Down
Seventy-five employees laid off and productions shut down, effective immediately, as Disney closes down the Glendale production facility.
Are Disney Execs Set to Overlook Lasseter’s ‘Missteps?’
Pixar and Disney chief creative officer may return to the studio in a limited role following a six-month hiatus.
Darla K. Anderson Departs Pixar After 25 Years
Producer of Oscar-winning hits ‘Toy Story 3’ and ‘Coco’ plans to pursue other creative and philanthropic endeavors.
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Does Independent Animation Have a Chance with the Motion Picture Academy?
Great animated shorts and feature films produced in Europe may garner nominations from the Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences, but nary a win.
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‘Coco,’ ‘Dear Basketball,’ ‘Blade Runner 2049’ Win Oscars at 90th Academy Awards
Glen Keane’s ‘Dear Basketball,’ Pixar’s ‘Coco’ win animation Oscars; ‘Blade Runner 2049’ wins VFX and cinematography awards.
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Los Angeles Councilmember Declares Feb. 27 'Coco' Day
Pixar film’s director, producer and stars will be on hand for a presentation from Councilmember Gil Cedillo.
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Interview: Pixar’s Lee Unkrich Talks Success, Diversity and ‘Coco’
On the road to the 90th Oscars, the studio’s most senior talent reflects on the storytelling and production challenges of bringing ‘Coco’ to audiences, as well as new efforts to increase Pixar’s workplace and senior-level creative diversity.
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MPSE Honors 'Coco'; ASC Lauds 'Blade Runner 2049'
Sound editors’ guild also honored sound work in short-form animation, games and non-theatrical long-form animation.
‘Coco,’ ‘Blade Runner 2049’ Win BAFTA Awards
Pixar feature wins BAFTA Award for best animated film; Roger Deakins wins fourth BAFTA for Cinematography for ‘Blade Runner 2049,’ which also wins for special visual effects.
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The 16th Annual VES Awards: Reactions, Photos and More
Get a peek at the winners onstage and backstage at this year’s grand Visual Effects Society bash.
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