Disneytoon Studios Shuts Down
Seventy-five employees laid off and productions shut down, effective immediately, as Disney closes down the Glendale production facility.
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More Than Hugs: Open Letter Takes a Hard Look at Lasseter, Pixar Culture
Former Pixar artist pens pro-equality manifesto, “Pixar’s Sexist Boys Club,” in a #MeToo “Call for Radical Change.”
Jennifer Lee, Pete Docter Take on Lasseter’s Roles at Disney, Pixar
Both will assume the title of chief creative officer.
John Lasseter Not Returning to Pixar, Disney
He will stay on to consult through the year; top replacement prospects are Pete Docter at Pixar and Jennifer Lee at Disney.
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All Eyes on Iger as Clock Ticks on Lasseter’s Leave of Absence
‘The Hollywood Reporter’ writes that the Pixar and Disney Feature Animation chief’s return looks increasingly unlikely.
Disney's 'Day of Listening' May Decide Lasseter's Fate
Insiders tell 'The Hollywood Reporter' a return is increasingly unlikely for Disney and Pixar chief, on sabbatical after admitting 'missteps' in his treatment of women.
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Details Unveiled for Disney, Pixar & Disneytoon Features at D23 Expo 2017
John Lasseter joins filmmakers and voice talent to share details and surprises about upcoming film slate including ‘Coco,’ ‘Toy Story 4,’ Frozen 2, ‘Ralph Breaks the Internet: Wreck-It Ralph 2,’ and Brad Bird’s ‘Incredibles 2.’
Disney’s Live-Action ‘Wrinkle in Time’ Begins Production
Creative team for the live-action adventure based on the classic book by Madeline L’Engle includes ‘Frozen’ director Jennifer Lee, who wrote the screenplay for the film, and Oscar-winning visual effects supervisor Rich McBride.
Disney Unveils Details for Upcoming Live-Action Slate
Upcoming live-action features include ‘The Jungle Book 2,’ ‘Cruella,’ a ‘Mary Poppins’ sequel, and ‘The Nutcracker and the Four Realms,’ to be directed by Lasse Hallstrom.
Dorothy McKim Talks Disney’s New Short Films Collection DVD
The veteran producer discusses Disney’s celebrated animation shorts program and their latest DVD collection release.
Disney Announces ‘Frozen 2’ is On its Way
It seems Olaf hasn’t left the building yet as development of sequel to animated hit film is confirmed.
First Look: Disney’s ‘Frozen’ Short, ‘Frozen Fever’
Directed by Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee, the seven-minute short film opens ahead of the live-action ‘Cinderella’ on March 13.
Disney to Release ‘Frozen’ Short with Live-Action ‘Cinderella’
New short ‘Frozen Fever’ to open in theaters in front of live-action ‘Cinderella’ on March 13, 2015.
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Disney Announces New ‘Frozen' Short
New animated short film planned for a Spring 2015 release to re-team Anna, Elsa, Kristoff and Olaf.
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‘Frozen’ Director Jennifer Lee to Adapt ‘Wrinkle in Time’ for Disney
The writer and co-director of Disney’s ‘Frozen’ is set to tackle the adaptation of Madeleine L’Engle’s beloved book, ‘A Wrinkle in Time.’
‘Frozen,’ ‘Mr. Hublot’ Win Animation Oscars
Disney Animation’s Frozen wins the Oscar for best animated feature at the 86th Academy Awards; Mr. Hublot, directed by Laurent Witz and Alexandre Espigares, wins the award for best animated short.
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Directors Chris Buck and Jennifer Lee Talk 'Frozen'
Two sisters desperately race to overcome their fears and the magical powers that separate them in Disney’s Snow Queen-inspired animated adventure.
