From the innovative use of mocap for fast prototyping with virtual story reels to choosing the right cameras to ensure a proper sense of scale on massive sets and environments, the cinematographer discusses how he handled layout and composition on Josh Cooley and Paramount’s 3DCG origin story of how two best friends became the sworn enemies Optimus Prime and Megatron.
The conference, running November 2-3, will feature directors behind some of the year’s most anticipated animated films, such as Shannon Tindle, Vicky Jenson, Josh Cooley, and more.
Every Transformer has an origin... including Badassatron! Otherwise known as B. And for Optimus Prime and Megatron... who were once the closest of friends; the newest entry in the ‘Transformers’ franchise hits theaters September 20.
Newly confirmed speakers include the famed director, plus Raymond Zibach and Jeff Budsberg, the top creatives behind DreamWorks Animation’s upcoming feature; Italy’s premier animation and VFX event runs October 14-19 in the beautiful baroque city of Turin.
Kelsey Mann and Josh Cooley will present their upcoming animated features in-person at the special, 25th Anniversary Edition of the conference that’s taking place October 14-19, 2024, in Turin, Italy.
The 3DCG animated feature starring Chris Hemsworth, Brian Tyree Henry, and Scarlett Johansson tells the origin story of Orion Pax and D-16’s path from brothers-in-arms to becoming sworn enemies, Optimus Prime and Megatron; coming to theaters September 2024.
The Paramount Animation, Hasbro, and eOne collaboration that follows the story behind Optimus Prime and Megatron’s rivalry will now premiere September 13, 2024.
Animation remains key as network reveals plans for expanding franchises such as ‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ and ‘PAW Patrol;’ new series including ‘Face’s Music Party,’ ‘Bossy Bear,’ and ‘HexVet;’ and a ‘Blue’s Clues & You! Live Tour’ starting this fall in the U.S.
Host of new films and series coming from Nickelodeon Animation build on popular franchises; ‘Transformers: Earthspark,’ ‘Blue’s Big City Adventure’ and a brand-new ‘Dora the Explorer’ bolsters streamer’s original kids and family programming.
Fresh off Soul’s double Oscar-winning performance, the studio, along with Tina Fey and a gang of five heck-raisers, returns to the enchanting and mystical world of the Great Before, in a brand new short directed by Kevin Nolting.
‘1917’ also takes home Oscars for Best Cinematography and Sound Mixing in the final ceremony of the 2020 awards season.
Heading into this coming Oscar Sunday on February 9th, catchup on AWN’s coverage of the films and creative teams nominated for this year’s Best Animated Feature Film.
Contenders in the animated feature, animated short film and visual effects categories share their initial reactions to their nominations for Oscar gold.
Dean DeBlois’ ‘How to Train Your Dragon: The Hidden World,’ Jérémy Clapin’s ‘I Lost My Body,’ Sergio Pablos’ ‘Klaus,’ Chris Butler’s ‘Missing Link,’ and Josh Cooley’s ‘Toy Story 4’ receive nominations for Best Animated Feature.
Disney, DreamWorks Animation, LAIKA and Pixar filmmakers share their thoughts on this morning’s announcement.
With today’s 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and DVD release, the film’s supervising animator sheds light on both humorous and touching hidden gems.
Duke Caboom, Gabby Gabby and Ducky & Bunny are the latest examples of the studio’s unparalleled ability to create memorable and emotionally satisfying characters.
Absent from the ‘Toy Story’ narrative after having been given away long ago, Bo has dusted herself off to become a strong, funny and adventurous female character that belies her seemingly fragile porcelain exterior.
Woody enlists his entire toy cohort, old and new, including Bo Peep, Ducky and Bunny, and a preening Duke Caboom, to save their anxious ‘craft-project-turned-toy’ friend.
For director Josh Cooley and producers Jonas Rivera and Mark Nielsen, the overriding concern revisiting the treasured ‘Toy Story’ world was making sure they ‘didn’t mess it up.’
Bo Peep returns, to Woody’s surprise, joining newcomers Ducky and Bunny, voiced by comedic duo Keegan-Michael Key & Jordan Peele, in 'Toy Story' franchise's third sequel hitting theatres June 21.
Christina Hendricks, Ally Maki & Keanu Reeves to voice new characters in Disney·Pixar’s ‘Toy Story 4,’ arriving in theaters on June 21.
Buzz Lightyear is ‘Hangin’ Around’ with Keegan-Michael Key’s Ducky and Jordan Peele’s Bunny in new ‘Toy Story 4’ Super Bowl ad.
Annie Potts returns as the voice of the ‘modern, independent, capable and confident’ Bo Peep in Disney·Pixar’s ‘Toy Story 4’ in theaters June 21.
Comedic duo reunites to voice new ‘Toy Story’ characters Ducky and Bunny, poking fun at Woody, Buzz and third sequel in hilarious new "reaction" video.
