The Clumsy Yet Charming Dragon of ‘Zog’
Directors Max Lang and Daniel Snaddon discuss the challenges of staying true in the 3D world to the popular rhyming picture book about a bumbling but enthusiastic young dragon.
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How ‘Klaus’ Uniquely Combines CG Lighting Techniques with Traditional 2D Animation
Production designers Szymon Biernacki and Marcin Jakubowski helped create an innovative, distinctive 2D aesthetic for Sergio Pablos’ delightful new Christmas film, now showing on Netflix.
Driving ‘Mortal Engines’: Weta Crafts a Dystopian World for Universal’s YA Adaptation
VFX supervisor Ken McGaugh and animation supervisor Dennis Yoo face the challenges of creating a steampunk-inflected dystopian world inhabited by giant, predator cities on wheels for Oscar-winning VFX artist-turned-director Christian Rivers’ feature adaptation.
Capturing Thanos: How the Ultimate ‘Avengers’ Adversary Was Brought to Life
VFX supervisors Dan DeLeeuw and Kelly Port discuss the challenges of capturing the nuanced performance of Josh Brolin as the philosophical antagonist in ‘Avengers: Infinity War.’
In 3D, Acting, Awards, CG, Films, People, Technology, Visual Effects | VFXWorld | Special Events: Academy Awards | Geographic Region: All, North America
Animated Characters Abound in ‘Mary Poppins Returns’
Annie-nominated character designer James Woods details the development of a host of characters for the animated sequences in the Disney sequel, including a new look for the iconic four penguins.
In 2D, CG, Films, People, Production, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Warner Bros. Animation Ramps Up for the Streaming Age
With a new ‘Animaniacs’ reboot and a Harley Quinn series in the works, WBA series VP Audrey Diehl reveals what she looks for in new talent and what gives a pitch that special spark.
In 2D, Cartoons, Digital Media, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: North America
First-Time Director Domee Shi Takes a ‘Bao’ in New Pixar Theatrical Short
The first Pixar short directed by a woman explores loneliness, loss and the magic of dumplings.
Pixar Revisits The Parr Family in ‘Incredibles 2’
Art department leads discuss the tools and techniques used to bring director Brad Bird’s sequel to the screen.
In 3D, Art, CG, Films, People, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All, North America
‘Sherlock Gnomes’ Pays Tribute to its London Setting
Fast-paced CG-animated comedy adventure from Rocket Pictures and Mikros Image takes audiences on a tour of London to solve the mystery of the disappearing Gnomes.
Proof Helps Plan Ahead for ‘A Wrinkle in Time’
L.A.-based visualization studio handles previs and postvis on Ava DuVernay and Disney’s new fantasy-adventure film.
In CG, Films, People, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Visual Effects | VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
‘Garden Party’ Leads to an Oscar Nom for French Students
A team of graduating students from MoPA garner accolades for hyper-realistic animated short with a noir twist.
In 3D, Awards, CG, Education and Training, People, Short Films, Technology, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld | Special Events: Academy Awards | Geographic Region: All, Europe
Bringing Blue Sky’s ‘Ferdinand’ to the Big Screen
Blue Sky’s animation team discuss the challenges of creating the Academy Award-nominated adaptation directed by Carlos Saldanha.
In 3D, CG, Films, People, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld | Special Events: Academy Awards | Geographic Region: North America
‘The Big Bad Fox and Other Tales’ Gives a Light-hearted Take on Life on the Farm
Directors Benjamin Renner and Patrick Imbert adapt graphic novel for the big screen in a set of charming and gentle 2D-animated fables aimed at audiences of all ages.
In 2D, Awards, Books, Films, Illustration, People | ANIMATIONWorld | Special Events: Academy Awards | Geographic Region: Europe
‘Birdboy: The Forgotten Children’ Takes Us to the Dark Side and Back
GKIDS releases Goya-winning Spanish post-apocalyptic fairytale in the U.S.
In 2D, Films, Illustration, People, Places | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: Europe, North America
Interview: Dave Mullins and the Development of Pixar Short ‘Lou’
Schoolyard bully learns that giving is more rewarding than taking in Pixar’s heartwarming Academy shortlisted animated short film.
In 3D, Awards, CG, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld | Special Events: Academy Awards | Geographic Region: North America
Cinesite Delivers Christmas Story ‘The Star’ for Sony Pictures Animation
Animated retelling of the nativity story from the point of view of the stable animals marks the first collaboration between SPA and Cinesite Animation.
In 3D, CG, Films, People, Production, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: North America
Jorge Gutiérrez Wrestles with the Limitations of Virtual Reality in ‘Son of Jaguar’
Google Spotlight Stories teams with Reel FX to debut new VR short that builds on the Mexican director’s past work from ‘El Tigre: The Adventures of Manny Rivera’ and ‘The Book of Life.’
Screen Novelties Delivers Spooky Thrills and Chills for ‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ Halloween Special
Stop-motion specialists Mark Caballero and Seamus Walsh delve into the making of ‘SpongeBob SquarePants: The Legend of Boo-Kini Bottom,’ airing on Nickelodeon on Friday, Oct. 13.
Zooming in to the Scale of ‘LEGO Ninjago’
Animal Logic animation director Matt Everitt, FX supervisor Miles Green and CG/VFX supervisor Greg Jowle discuss the unique challenges of crafting ‘The LEGO Ninjago Movie.’
In 3D, CG, Films, People, Places, Production, Technology, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Australia, North America
Director Charlie Bean Assembles an Army of Animators for ‘The LEGO Ninjago Movie’
CG-animated feature directed by Charlie Bean, Paul Fisher and Bob Logan delivers a new perspective on the LEGO Universe.
