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‘Never-Ending Man: Hayao Miyazaki’ Arrives on Blu-Ray April 30
Shout! Factory and GKIDS documentary about Studio Ghibli’s Academy Award-winning director of Spirited Away, Princess Mononoke and My Neighbor Totoro getting DVD and digital release.
Will Writers of the Original ‘Lion King’ Get Credits and Residuals from Disney’s Remake?
Story artists and contributors on 1994 animated classic, made outside Writers Guild of America jurisdiction, may not be credited or compensated by upcoming live-action summer release.
Recipe for Success: How Three Directors Cooked Up Phil Lord’s Vision for ‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse’
It took the combined efforts of directors Bob Persichetti, Peter Ramsey and Rodney Rothman to channel Phil Lord’s ground-breaking animated comic book vision into a film that captures audiences’ hearts and imaginations.
VIDEO: Go Behind the Scenes of ‘Laws of the Universe - Part I’ with New Voice Dub Featurette
Tom Kenny, Zehra Fazal, Josh Keaton and Yuri Lowenthal discuss their characters and share insights into Isamu Imakake’s action-packed sci-fi anime adventure.
God and Alien Invaders Collide in ‘The Laws of the Universe-Part I’
Isamu Imakake’s sci-fi anime sequel to ‘The Laws of the Universe-Part 0’ reverses history in a tale of an ancient Earth civilization and its battle with space reptiles.
Art Triumphs Over Everything
Cassidy Curtis, technical art lead at Google Spotlight Stories and one of the creative minds behind Oscar-shortlisted animated short film ‘Age of Sail,’ explains why the stylized look of Sony’s awards juggernaut, ‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse,’ should be a rallying cry for the animation industry.
‘Funan’ Director Denis Do Chosen to Create BIAF 2019 Poster and Trailer
Bucheon International Animation Festival selects Annecy 2018 Cristal-winner and Gobelins graduate to produce signature materials for upcoming 2019 edition.
Dr. Seuss’ ‘The Grinch’ Coming to Blu-Ray and DVD
Illumination and Universal Pictures’ heartwarming holiday tale, with bonus Minion and Max mini-movies, arrives on February 5.
Don Lusk, Last Surviving Disney Golden Age Animator, Passes at 105
Winsor McCay Award-winning artist worked on numerous iconic films including ‘Pinocchio,’ ‘Fantasia’ and ‘Cinderella.’
Academy Award-Winning Animator Børge Ring Dies at 97
Noted Danish musician and artist was best known for his animated shorts including ‘Anna & Bella,’ which took Oscar gold in 1985.
Review: ‘Never-Ending Man: Hayao Miyazaki’
AWN’s Miscweant looks at the fascinating new documentary that begs the question of whether or not the iconic animation director will ever make another film.
Review: ‘Mary Poppins Returns’
AWN ‘s ‘Miscweant’ waxes nostalgic as he breaks down Disney’s return to the world of their 1964 classic, ‘Mary Poppins.’
Christina Steinberg Talks Risks and Rewards Making ‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse’
The veteran producer shares insights on trusting her team of artists, producers and Phil Lord’s original vision in Sony Pictures Animation’s new hit animated adventure about an alternative, and highly stylized Spider-Man universe.
‘Sgt. Stubby: An American Hero’ Wins Best Animated Feature at PSIAF 2018
‘Changyou’s Journey,’ ‘Hybrids’ and ‘Ugly’ among the group of 40 short films awarded by festival audiences across a number of technical and thematic categories.
‘The Breadwinner’ and ‘The Heroic Quest of the Valiant Prince Ivandoe’ Take Home Emile Awards
Director Nora Twomey and co-directors Christian Bøving-Andersen and Eva Lee Wallberg among animation artists honored at second annual ceremony in Lille, France.
‘Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse’ Voted Best Animated Feature by LA and NY Film Critics
Sony Pictures Animation’s new Marvel superhero adventure takes top award from both groups; Hayao Miyazaki honored with Career Achievement Award.
‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’ Barely Edges 'The Grinch’ to Remain Box Office Champ
Disney’s ‘Wreck-it Ralph’ sequel holds off Illumination’s Christmas tale to take top spot for third straight week.
Inaugural Miyu Gallery Animation Art Exhibition Opens in Paris
Selections from Simone Massi’s animation sequences on ‘Samouni Road’ make up first of four annual collections at new European gallery dedicated to artwork from auteur-created films.
Hiroshima Grand Prize Winner ‘The Blissful Accidental Death’ Now Online
Sergiu Negulici’s animated short about a young man’s search for a woman after finding her 70-year-old secret love letter, is now available.
Review: ‘Ralph Breaks the Internet’
AWN’s “Miscweant” shares his take on brand names, Disney Princesses and a refreshing break from clichéd buddy movies.
Fred Patten, Noted Anime and Manga Historian, Dies at 77
Prolific writer and collector was a pioneer in U.S. fandom, helping introduce previously obscure Japanese animation and comics to a new generation of consumers.
See Head-Scratching Feats of Reluctant Heroism in New ‘LEGO Movie 2’ Trailer
Emmet, Lucy and LEGO Batman reunite in all their respective clueless, angsty & self-absorbed zaniness to save their world in long-awaited ‘LEGO Movie’ sequel.
Breaking the Rules: Phil Johnston and Rich Moore Return for 'Wreck-It Ralph 2'
Re-teaming as co-directors, Johnston and Moore push every boundary they can in ‘Ralph Breaks the Internet,’ the long-awaited sequel to Disney’s 2012 hit animated comedy adventure.
Disney and Tim Burton Soar in Official ‘Dumbo’ Trailer
First glimpse of live-action remake promises a faithful and visually enticing reimagination of beloved animated classic.