LAIKA Launches Worldwide Licensing Program with Striker Entertainment
Portland, OR animation studio to develop global licensing program with best-in-class licensees for its groundbreaking catalog of films.
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LAIKA Head Travis Knight Pivots to Live-Action with ‘Transformers’ Spinoff ‘Bumblebee’
Following his directorial debut with the twice-Oscar-nominated epic animated feature, ‘Kubo and the Two Strings,’ LAIKA CEO Travis Knight to helm Transformers spinoff ‘Bumblebee’ for Paramount Pictures.
In the Running: An Independent Look at the Oscar Nominees for Best Animated Feature
AWN’s Chris Robinson suits up to present his arguments for and against a range of conceptually and aesthetically formidable contenders for best animated feature at the 89th Academy Awards.
In 2D, 3D, Awards, CG, Films, People, Stop-Motion | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Let's Go Eat the Factory! | Special Events: Academy Awards | Geographic Region: All, North America
Integrating VFX and Stop-Motion: Steve Emerson on Hybrid Filmmaking Approach of ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
As part of AWN's Professional Spotlight Series recorded during VIEW 2016, the Oscar-nominated VFX supervisor talks about a decade of filmmaking innovation and advancement at LAIKA.
In Awards, CG, Films, People, Stop-Motion, Technology, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: Academy Awards, VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: All
GALLERY: LAIKA’s ‘Kubo’ Visits China’s Forbidden City
The star of LAIKA’s BAFTA and VES Award-winning stop-motion/CG-animated feature travels to the Middle Kingdom for a special visit to the 15th Century Chinese imperial palace.
Explore the VFX of LAIKA’s ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
From environments spanning the Snowy Plains, the Underwater Garden of Eyes, and the mysterious Hall of Bones, to effects such as massive water simulations, disintegrating magical boats, and digital set extensions, explore the VFX of LAIKA head Travis Knight’s Oscar-nominated directorial debut.
In 3D, Awards, CG, Films, People, Stop-Motion, Technology, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, VFXWorld | Special Events: Academy Awards | Geographic Region: North America
Film Independent, LAIKA Announce Second Year of LAIKA Animation Fellowship for Project Involve
Fellowship provides $10,000 grant to an animation filmmaker from diversity mentorship program Project Involve.
Kobe Bryant to Lead Slate of Presenters for 44th Annie Awards
Slate of presenters includes animator and film director Patrick Osborne, ‘Moana’ voice actor Auli’l Cravalho; animator, author and illustrator Glen Keane, directors Travis Knight (‘Kubo and the Two Strings’) and Michael Dudok de Wit (‘The Red Turtle’), and more.
In Event, Films, People, Places, Short Films, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Annie Awards | Geographic Region: North America
89th Academy Awards: The Oscar Nominees React
Contenders in the animated feature, animated short and visual effects categories share their initial reactions to their nominations for Oscar gold.
In Awards, CG, Films, Music and Sound, People, Short Films, Stop-Motion, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, VFXWorld | Special Events: Academy Awards | Geographic Region: All, North America
Nominations Announced for 89th Academy Awards
Abstract: Nominees for Best Animated Feature are ‘Kubo and the Two Strings,’ ‘Moana,’ ‘My Life as a Zucchini,’ ‘The Red Turtle,’ and ‘Zootopia.’
In Acting, Awards, Event, Films, Music and Sound, People, Short Films, Visual Effects, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: Academy Awards | Geographic Region: All
BAFTA Los Angeles Presenting Master Class with Travis Knight
Masterclass with the president and CEO of the award-winning feature film animation studio LAIKA to be held at The Landmark Theater in West Los Angeles on Thursday, January 26.
Stop-Motion and VFX Converge in the Vast Oceans of ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
No one talks as passionately about stylized water, and the artists who create it, as Laika VFX supervisor Steve Emerson.
LAIKA’s ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ Opens Today in China
Infotainment China Media, the country’s first private international film sales agency, launches LAIKA’s stop-motion- and CG-animated feature across the Middle Kingdom on more than 7,500 screens.
In Business, CG, Films, Stop-Motion, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: Asia, North America
Deborah Cook Receives Costume Designers Guild Nomination for LAIKA’s ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
Pre-eminent stop-motion animation costumer receives historic first nomination from the Costume Designers Guild for a stop-motion animated feature.
Disney Leads Animated PGA Nominations
‘Finding Dory,’ ‘Kubo and the Two Strings,’ ‘Moana,’ ‘The Secret Life of Pets’ and ‘Zootopia’ receive nominations for outstanding producer of animated theatrical motion pictures.
‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ Headed for Japan Release
GAGA Corporation to distribute LAIKA’s Golden Globe-nominated animated film in Japanese theaters in 2017.
In 3D, Business, CG, Films, Places, Stop-Motion, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Asia, North America
WATCH: New Featurette Delves into the VFX of LAIKA’s ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
New video spotlights the water effects created for LAIKA head Travis Knight’s directorial debut shortlisted in this year's VFX Oscar race.
In 3D, Awards, CG, Films, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: Academy Awards | Geographic Region: North America
‘From Coraline to Kubo: A Magical LAIKA Experience’ Returning to Universal Studios Hollywood
Back by popular demand, ‘From Coraline to Kubo: A Magical LAIKA Experience’ returns to Universal Studios Hollywood for a limited holiday engagement; special interactive experience runs December 21 through January 15.
AWN Giveaway: Win ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ on Blu-ray!
Stunning stop-motion/CG-animated feature from LAIKA Animation Studios lands on Blu-ray from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment on November 22.
In 3D, CG, Films, Home Entertainment, People, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: North America
LAIKA’s ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ Available on Blu-ray November 8
From Universal Studios Home Entertainment, LAIKA Animation Studios’ ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ heads home packed with extras on Digital HD, Blu-Ray Combo Pack and DVD on November 22.
In 3D, Business, CG, Films, Home Entertainment | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All
2016 Animation Hall of Fame Award Recipients Announced
Fifth annual gala event will honor Cartoon Network’s founding president Betty Cohen, ‘Fairly OddParents’ creator Butch Hartman, Nelvana and Teletoon founder Michael Hirsh, LAIKA president and CEO Travis Knight, VFX visionary Ellen Poon, and Cyber Group Studios chairman & CEO Pierre Sissmann.
In CG, Event, Films, People, Places, Technology, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Gallery Nucleus Hosting LAIKA 10-Year Anniversary Exhibition & Halloween Party
LAIKA 10-Year Anniversary Exhibition & Halloween Party kicks off Saturday, October 29; artist panel for ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ to be held Saturday, November 5.
‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ Set for November 22 Blu-ray Release
LAIKA’s latest stop-motion feature arrives on digital HD November 8, 2016 and on Blu-ray combo pack and DVD November 22, 2016.
Travis and the Two Strings
AWN’s resident Miscweant questions LAIKA chief Travis Knight about his directorial debut, ‘Kubo and the Two Strings,’ his approach to filmmaking, and his roots in stop-motion animation.
In 3D, CG, Films, People, Stop-Motion | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: The Miscweant | Geographic Region: North America
Travis Knight Talks ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
LAIKA’s CEO slides into the director’s chair to helm the studio’s stunning new stop-motion/CG hybrid animated feature.
