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Birth of a Villain Headline News

Sony Drops ‘Kraven the Hunter’ Trailer #2

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 12:41pm

Iconic villains aren’t born. They’re made… especially for film! Aaron Taylor-Johnson stars alongside Russell Crowe in the visceral origin story of the the world’s greatest, and most feared hunter… with a vendetta against Spider-Man. Film hits theaters December 13.

Respect My Authoritay! Headline News

‘South Park (Not Suitable for Children)’ Heads to Blu-ray and DVD

The special event, which follows the seedy underbelly of the world of online influencers in South Park, debuts on Blu-ray and DVD November 5.

Broadway Baby! Headline News

‘Stranger Things: The First Shadow’ Stage Play to Hit Broadway

The show, which serves as prequel to the beloved Netflix series, will run at the Marquis Theatre in 2025 beginning March 28 ahead of opening night on April 22. 

Now That’s a Lineup Headline News

Netflix Shares Expansive Fall Back to School Kids & Family Animation Lineup

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 1:51pm

Streamer drops debut dates and images from its upcoming slate of new and returning animated TV series and films, including ‘The Bad Guys: Haunted Heist’ special, ‘Spellbound,’ ‘Hot Wheels Let’s Race’ Season 2, ‘Jurassic World: Chaos Theory’ Season 2, and many others.

It’s Anime-zing! Headline News

Crunchyroll Unveils Multiple Acquisitions at Animagic 2024

The prolific anime hub will add ‘Honey Lemon Soda,’ ‘TRILLION GAME,’ and ‘The Do-Over Damsel Conquers the Dragon Emperor’ to its library, while ‘Ron Kamonohashi’s Forbidden Deductions’ returns for a second season.

People Headline News

Jogger Studios Names Josh Kirschenbaum Creative Director

Industry veteran’s work in advertising and movies includes visual effects design, sequences, and creative solutions for screens of all sizes.

A Bond Like No Other Headline News

Watch: Maren Morris’ ‘The Wild Robot’ Featurette

Grammy winning singer-songwriter contributes 2 original songs ‘Kiss the Sky’ and ‘Even When I’m Not’ to DreamWorks Animation’s new animated feature; full soundtrack drops the same day the film hits theaters - September 27.

Who Ya Gonna Call… Back Headline News

Netflix Greenlights ‘Ghostbusters’ Animated Series

The project from Sony Pictures Animation will be executive produced by franchise vets Jason Reitman and Gil Kenan, while Elliott Kalan will serve as writer, showrunner, and executive producer; plot details are under wraps.

More Incredible News Headline News

Brad Bird Developing ‘Incredibles 3’ at Pixar

The Oscar-winning writer and director of both ‘The Incredibles’ and ‘Incredibles 2’ returns for the third installment, which will follow the continued antics of the fan favorite Super-family; a release date has not been announced.

Infinity and Beyond… Of Course Headline News

Andrew Stanton to Write, Direct ‘Toy Story 5’

In the upcoming sequel, it’s Toy meets Tech when Buzz, Woody, Jessie and the rest of the gang’s jobs get exponentially harder as they go head-to-head with this all-new threat to playtime.

The Witching Hour Approaches Headline News

Marvel Television Debuts New ‘Agatha All Along’ Trailer and Poster

The series, which follows the infamous Agatha Harkness and a mysterious teen boy on a journey down the legendary Witches’ Road, hits Disney + September 18.

Tis Dangerous in Space Headline News

Lucasfilm Drops First Trailer for ‘Skeleton Crew’

The latest all-new ‘Star Wars’ series, which follows four kids who make a discovery on their home planet and get lost in a strange and dangerous galaxy, hits Disney+ December 3.

A Legend is Born Headline News

New Trailer, Poster Revealed for ‘Mufasa: The Lion King’

Exploring the unlikely rise of the legendary, beloved king of the Pride Lands, the film blends live-action filmmaking techniques with the latest photoreal CGI; coming to theaters December 20.

Whistle While You Watch Headline News

Teaser Trailer, Poster Revealed for ‘Disney’s Snow White’

Mirror mirror on the wall… the live-action/3DCG hybrid musical reimagining of the classic 1937 film, which stars Rachel Zegler and Gal Gadot as Snow White and the Evil Queen, hits theaters March 21, 2025.

Can I Get a Chee Hoo! Headline News

Disney Animation Unveils ‘Moana 2’ Trailer, Poster, and Images

Moana and demigod Maui reunite to answer a call from the ancestors, three years after they teamed up in the original film, in an expansive new South Pacific animated adventure; the film sets sail November 27.

Pay Equity in Animation Headline News

The Animation Guild Study Highlights Pay Disparities

Comprehensive study conducted with IATSE and University of Massachusetts Amherst Labor Center examines pay equity across crafts the guild serves.

Say it Aint So Headline News

Genndy Tartakovsky’s Animated ‘Fixed’ Gets Cut at Warner Bros.

By Dan Sarto | Friday, August 9, 2024 at 1:05pm

In another cost-cutting move similar to the shelving of ‘Coyote vs. Acme,’ the company will not be releasing the ‘Dexter’s Laboratory’ and ‘Samurai Jack’ creator’s first R-Rated comedy about a dog who finds out he’ll be neutered in the morning.

Go With the Flow Headline News

Trailer Drops for Gints Zilbalodis’ Indie Hit Feature ‘Flow’

The Annecy Jury award-winning 3DCG film follows a cat who wakes up in a universe invaded by water, where all human life seems to have disappeared.

Celebrating 25 Years Headline News

Immersive ‘Bikini Bottom’ Experience Launches for Apple Vision Pro

In celebration the ‘SpongeBob SquarePants’ 25th anniversary, Paramount+ app lets users transform their space into Bikini Bottom with a direct view of the iconic pineapple-under-the-sea and more.

It’s Anime-zing Headline News

Crunchyroll Surpasses 15M Subscribers

Streaming service boasts 50,000 episodes and over 25,000 hours of anime series, music, and films with content dubs in 12 languages; new bold brand identity reflects genre’s dynamic nature and popularity.

Where Hollywood and Silicon Valley Converge Headline News

Infinity Festival: Where Hollywood and Silicon Valley Converge

Sony Pictures Imageworks CTO Mike Ford and Head of Production Mandy Tankenson co-chair the 7th edition which returns to Hollywood November 6-9; the event celebrates the convergence of art, technology and entertainment.

Technology Headline News

KIRI Engine 3D Scanner App Version 3.9 Introduces Auto-Rigging

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 2:10pm

Major upgrade to photoreal 3D scanning system expands cloud-based toolset with Featureless Object Scan 2.0 and Auto-Rigging, along with major UI enhancements that improve feature access and ease of use.

Celebrate Your Kitties Headline News

Celebrate Int’l Cat Day with Disney Jr.’s ‘SuperKitties: Su-Purr Adventures’

The new short-form series is now available on Disney+ after premiering August 7 on Disney Jr., and also airing on Disney Channel. 

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