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Free Online PreVIEW Session with ‘The Mandalorian’ Animation Director Hal Hickel

On June 27, the Oscar-winning director, along with VFX journalist Ian Failes, will talk about ILM’s new virtual production technology used on the hit Disney+ series, kicking off the VIEW Conference’s 21^st season.

In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Films, People, Technology, Television, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: All, Europe

Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences Headline News

Oscars Pushed to April 25, 2021

Film eligibility window extended for 93^rd Academy Award consideration; museum opening postponed to coincide with new awards telecast date.

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People Headline News

Ava DuVernay, Rob Bredow Join Motion Picture Academy Board of Governors

‘Selma’ director and Head of ILM, along with newcomers Debra Zane, Stephen Rivkin, Linda Flowers, and Lynette Howell Taylor, are part of newly elected 2020-2021 board.

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Festivals Headline News

Cannes Migrating Extended Reality Event Programming to New Cannes XR Virtual

Digital event, running June 24-26, will bring together XR artists, traditional filmmakers, tech companies, indie producers and investors to help shape the future of immersive entertainment.

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AR Headline News

Wallace & Gromit Join the AR World with ‘The Big Fix Up’

Augmented reality experience from Aardman and Fictioneers consortium introduces their innovative new storytelling technology platform, using Unity tools, backed by UK government funding.

In 3D, CG, Digital Media, People, Places, Short Films, Technology, AR/VR/XR | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: Europe

FMX 2020 Blogs

Highlights of FMX 1994-2020 Launching May 5

Starting tomorrow, running through May 8 and then every two weeks through the end 2020, conference will post a new online piece dedicated to an outstanding personality from the event’s history.

In 2D, 3D, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Films, People, Short Films, Technology, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: All, Europe

SIGGRAPH Headline News

SIGGRAPH 2020 Canceled; Event Moving to Virtual Conference Format

Organizers of the premiere conference on computer graphics and interactive techniques have canceled the 2020 edition, set for July 19-23 in Washington, D.C., due to the COVID-19 pandemic; details of move to virtual conference format will be released in near future.

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FMX 2020 Blogs

Online Highlights of FMX 1994-2020 Program Coming in May

Each day May 5-8 and then every two weeks through the end 2020, conference will post a new online piece dedicated to an outstanding personality from the event’s history.

In 2D, 3D, CG, Digital Media, Event, Festival, Films, People, Post-production, Short Films, Technology, Transmedia, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: FMX | Geographic Region: All

Technology Headline News

Maxon Announces Cinema 4D Subscription Release 22

Company’s first subscription-based option offers professional 3D software at a lower price.

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VIEW Conference Headline News

CG Pioneers Paul Debevec and Donald Greenberg to Keynote VIEW 2020

Award-winning computer graphics researchers and professors are the first announced presenters at upcoming October 18-23 digital media conference in Turin, Italy.

In 2D, 3D, Awards, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, Games, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Short Films, Technology, Television, Transmedia, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: Europe

Technology Headline News

Cineware by Maxon Unity Plug-in Now Available

New plug-in provides seamless integration with Cinema 4D, providing easy real-time creation of models and animations.

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Telescope Animation Reveals Film, AR/VR, Games and Episodic Web/TV Slate

Their ‘The Last Whale Singer’ animated feature heads to theatres in 2023, along with planned prequel game, interactive book and other related content.

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FMX 2020 Headline News

FMX 2020 Conference Has Been Canceled

25^th Anniversary Edition of leading industry conference has been canceled because of the worldwide coronavirus Covid-19 pandemic; 2021 edition is set for May 4-7, 2021.

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Festivals Blogs

Review: FIAF’s 2020 Animation First Festival

Great French animation again comes to New York City.

In 2D, 3D, CG, Diversity and Inclusion, Event, Festival, Films, People, Reviews, Short Films, AR/VR/XR | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: The Miscweant | Geographic Region: North America

FMX 2020 Headline News

BAFTA and Annie Award-Winning Sergio Pablos to Present ‘Klaus’ at FMX 2020

Writer-director will present his Oscar-nominated film, Netflix’s first original animated feature; ‘Mulm,’ the first 2020 conference trailer, is released.

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Awards Headline News

‘Frozen 2,’ ‘Avengers: Endgame’ and ‘Alita: Battle Angel’ Take Home Lumiere Awards

The Advanced Imaging Society honors outstanding achievement in immersive storytelling using advanced visual technology at their 11^th annual awards ceremony held at Warner Bros. Studios.

Festivals Headline News

FIAF’s 2020 Animation First Festival Coming to New York February 7 - 9

French animation festival to feature 15 premieres, animated shorts, features and discussions with acclaimed filmmakers.

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FMX 2020 Headline News

FMX 2020 Announces ‘Imagine Tomorrow’ Theme, First Program Confirmations

25^th Anniversary Edition will focus on visions of the future for media & entertainment; Oscar-winning VFX supervisor Volker Engel and Annecy Cristal-winning animation director Regina Pessoa among first confirmed speakers.

academic Blogs

Preparing for the Future of Animation

Interactive, Immersive, Intelligent.

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Technology Headline News

Adobe Shares Innovative ‘Sneak Peeks’ at Adobe Max

Highly anticipated event for onsite attendees offered an exclusive look at the newest company research initiatives.

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Awards Headline News

Sam Gainsborough’s ‘Facing It’ Takes Home 2019 VIEW Award

Francesco Filippi’s ‘Red Hands’ wins the Italianmix for best short; ‘Trois Francs, Six Sous,’ and ‘Blieschow’ also take top honors.

In 2D, 3D, Awards, CG, Event, Festival, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: Asia

SIGGRAPH Headline News

SIGGRAPH Asia 2019 Invites You to the “Dream Zone”

Dive into the future of digital imagery, visualization, and animation while examining the challenges of technology with sessions led by industry leaders in CGI, FX, animation and research.

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SVOD ANIMATIONWorld

After 20 Years in Animation, Toonz Media Group is Just Getting Started

From its humble beginnings two decades ago as an early Indian animation pioneer, TMG continues to grow internationally as it embraces ever-expanding global markets.

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AR ANIMATIONWorld

League of Legends Warrior Akali Delights Fans with ‘Live’ AR Appearance

With support from Cubic Motion’s Persona, Riot Games’ real-time animated ‘Rogue Assassin’ performs and answers questions at Pro League Regional Finals in Shanghai.

In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Event, People, Post-production, Technology, AR/VR/XR, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: Asia

VIEW Conference 2019 Blogs

VIEW Conference 2019: Celebrating the Best in Animation, VFX and Visual Storytelling

Grab your notepad and fashionable wool scarf; a packed roster of talent led by Brad Bird, Dean DeBlois and Rob Legato will rub elbows and share insights at the digital media conference and symposium set for October 21-25 in Turin, Italy.