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Bill Kroyer Talks His New Book, ‘Mr. InBetween: My Life in the Middle of the Animation Revolution’

By Dan Sarto | Monday, March 24, 2025 at 12:28pm

From his early, revolutionary work at Disney on ‘Tron’ to his Oscar-nominated short, ‘Technological Threat’ and Coca Cola ‘Polar Bear’ commercials, the long-time industry veteran was front and center at the nexus of revolutionary change from hand-drawn to computer animation.

Theaters Filled with TV Anime ANIMATIONWorld

‘Witch Watch,’ or Watching TV Anime on the Big Screen

AWN columnist Andrew Osmond reviews this week’s cinema preview of the series, coming to both Crunchyroll and Netflix in April, reflecting on the rise of TV anime in American theaters and elsewhere.

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

Crunchyroll Drops 5 ‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu No Yaiba’ TV Specials

The feature-length episodes, which highlight the start of Tanjiro Kamado’s journey in a new format, are now streaming ahead of the ‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle’ theatrical release on September 12.

Business Headline News

Paramount Sets ‘The Angry Birds Movie 3’ Global Theatrical Release

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 11:27am

Jason Sudeikis, Josh Gad, Rachel Bloom and Danny McBride will reprise their roles as Red, Chuck, Silver, and Bomb in the 3rd entry in the popular animated film franchise, hitting theaters January 29, 2027; Rovio, SEGA, and Prime Focus Studios produce with animation partner DNEG.

Hunters Getting Hunter Headline News

‘Predator: Killer of Killers’ Animated Anthology Coming to Hulu

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 10:45am

Watch the first look… set in the predator universe and directed by Dan Trachtenberg, who’s helming the upcoming live-action ‘Predator: Badlands,’ film tells 3 different stories where human warriors face off against the ultimate foe.

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10 New ‘Love, Death + Robots’ Shorts Hit Netflix Next Month

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, April 8, 2025 at 10:03am

Tim Miller and David Fincher’s acclaimed, Emmy-winning animated anthology returns with stories of dinosaur gladiators, messianic cats, and string-puppet rock stars; Jennifer Yuh Nelson once again serves as supervising director.

Business Headline News

Creative Leader Ryan Dunn Launches Dunnwell

New multidisciplinary production studio boasts a global collective of directors and artists using a story-first approach to deliver content across animation, live-action, VFX and immersive media for advertising, TV, and film.

Heading to Slovakia this Summer Headline News

Fest Anča 2025 Announces Official Film Selections

A record-breaking 1,800 animated short films from 83 countries were submitted, with 218 chosen by the pre-selection committee; the festival returns to Žilina, Slovakia June 24-29.

Technology Headline News

Previs Pro Introduces ‘Light Grading’ Tool

New feature includes a library of classic lighting scenarios with over a dozen presets that can be customized or replaced entirely via in-built generative AI prompt; now available via the Previs Pro app.

We Love Evil Eyes Headline News

GKIDS Announces ‘Dan Da Dan’ Season 2 Premiere – in Theaters

New season kicks off with the theatrical premiere of ‘Dan Da Dan: Evil Eye’ in Asia on May 30, North America on June 6, and Europe on June 7; series streams globally in July.

What a Goof! Headline News

Disney+ Reveals ‘Not Just A Goof’ Trailer, Key Art

New documentary explores the untold story of ‘A Goofy Movie’ and the evolution of Disney Animation, premiering today, April 7; also watch stars Bill Farmer and Jason Marsden take a trip down memory lane in film’s famed AMC Pacer.

Technology Headline News

Maxon Announces Major Maxon One Suite Update

Now available to subscribers, the update includes hundreds of new features and capabilities across its tools, including ZBrush for desktop and iPad, Red Giant, Maxon Studio, Cinema 4D, Redshift, and Cineware.

Technology Headline News

Autodesk Adds Golaem Crowd Tools to Media & Entertainment Collection

Plug-in integrates AI and features Flow-connected workflows; updates to Maya and 3ds Max include modeling improvements, liquids in Bifrost, OpenUSD improvements, and OpenPBR integration.

Technology Headline News

Adobe Announces Premiere Pro, After Effects Releases

New Generative Extend editing tool instantly generates and expands the length of video and audio clips; Media Intelligence quickly locates specific clip content via keyword search; all updates and releases now available.

We Want More SMALLS! Headline News

Watch New ‘Mayor Mochi – Mayo Days’ Short from Adult Swim SMALLS

By Dan Sarto | Friday, April 4, 2025 at 1:56pm

Three-part animated short series from Jared Corwin and Conor Reed is set in the charming town of Paw Peak, where the Pomeranian dog mayor, Mochi, is one mean son of a bitch.

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

2025 Crunchyroll Anime Awards Nominees, Presenters Announced

Anime of the Year noms include ‘DAN DA DAN,’ ‘Delicious in Dungeon,’ ‘Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End,’ ‘Kaiju No. 8,’ ‘Solo Leveling,’ and ‘The Apothecary Diaries;’ Finn Wolfhard, Gaten Matarazzo, and Damiano David top list of presenters planned for live May 25 Tokyo ceremony.

I Take Back That Boner Headline News

Exclusive Clip: ‘Family Guy – Hard Times at Adam West High’

By Dan Sarto | Friday, April 4, 2025 at 10:14am

Chris uses Stewie’s time machine to stop himself from having an erection during a book report, while Peter becomes jealous when he sits out of a lottery pool and the guys win $123, in the all-new episode airing this Sunday on FOX.

Boo! Headline News

Exclusive Clip: ‘The Great North - Ghouls Rush In Adventure’

By Dan Sarto | Friday, April 4, 2025 at 9:28am

In the all-new episode airing this Sunday on FOX, Wolf and Honeybee’s spooky new ‘Ghost Ship Boat Tour’ business is put to the test by an influential travel reviewer.

Hit Me With Your Best Shot Headline News

Walt Disney Studios Delivers Big at CinemaCon 2025

‘Zootopia 2,’ ‘The Fantastic Four’ among titles teased with first looks and announcements from Disney Live Action, Marvel Studios, Pixar Animation Studios, Walt Disney Animation Studios, and 20th Century Studios.

The Business of Anime Headline News

Animeigo Debuts ‘The Anime Business’ Episode 2

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, April 3, 2025 at 1:02pm

The documentary series, produced and hosted by company CEO and MediaOCD founder Justin Sevakis, features interviews with North American anime industry luminaries; Episodes 1 and 2 available on YouTube.

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