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Artist Brittney Lee Breaks Down New Disney+ ‘Arendelle Castle Yule Log’

Ramin Zahed - December 17, 2021

If you’re looking for an inviting, warm backdrop for your holiday gatherings or just like to watch a hand-crafted tableau featuring Frozen favorites Anna,...

Animated People

Caitlin VanArsdale on Directing Sony’s New “Mitchells’ Short ‘Dog Cop 7’

Ramin Zahed - December 15, 2021

The just-launched The Mitchells vs. the Machines DVD/Blu-ray/Digital release includes a charming new parody short titled Dog Cop 7: The Final Chapter, which gives viewers...

Features

Hamish Grieve Gets Ready to ‘Rumble’ in Directorial Debut

Ramin Zahed - December 14, 2021

***This article was written for the February '22 issue of Animation Magazine (No. 317)*** The new CG-animated feature Rumble is finally ready to entertain audiences...

Shorts

Impressions of 21st Century Love: Alberto Mielgo on ‘The Windshield Wiper’

Ramin Zahed - December 9, 2021

***This article originally appeared in the January '22 issue of Animation Magazine (No. 316)*** Animation fans already know Spanish artist/helmer Alberto Mielgo for his Emmy-winning...

Animated People

Catching a Ride on the Creative Journey of ‘La Bestia’

Ramin Zahed - December 8, 2021

The acclaimed animated short La Bestia is one of the many shorts up for Academy Award consideration this year. The project, which was the...

Streaming

The Next Gen Spreads Its Wings in ‘Dragons: The Nine Realms’ (New Trailer)

Ramin Zahed - December 8, 2021

***This article originally appeared in the January '22 issue of Animation Magazine (No. 316)*** It has been more than 11 year since directors Chris Sanders...

Television

‘Superworm’: Meet Magic Light’s Incredible Invertebrate! (New Trailer)

Ramin Zahed - December 7, 2021

Superworm ***This article originally appeared in the January '22 issue of Animation Magazine (No. 316)*** It wouldn’t be a proper holiday season without another charming animated...

Shorts

Reza Riahi Discusses the Classic Persian Influences of ‘Navozande, the Musician’

Ramin Zahed - December 7, 2021

***This article originally appeared in the January '22 issue of Animation Magazine (No. 316)*** Years ago, when animation director Reza Riahi was studying art and...

Streaming

Peanuts Gang Reunites in Apple TV+’s New Year’s Eve Special ‘For Auld Lang Syne’

Ramin Zahed - December 6, 2021

***This article originally appeared in the January '22 issue of Animation Magazine (No. 316)*** Just when you think you have seen the Peanuts characters celebrate...

Animated People

LAIKA Director Chris Butler Discusses New ‘ParaNorman’ Blu-Ray Release

Ramin Zahed - December 3, 2021

We had the great opportunity to have a quick chat with the amazing Chris Butler, the two-time Oscar-nominated director of stop-motion features ParaNorman and...

Animated People

Writer-Producer Jeff Kinney Gives Us the Scoop on ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’

Ramin Zahed - December 1, 2021

Fans of Jeff Kinney’s hugely popular book and movie series Diary of a Wimpy Kid get an early holiday gift this Friday (Dec. 3)...

Shorts

A Brave Voice against Oppression: Mary Apick’s ‘The Cat’ Makes Online Premiere

Ramin Zahed - December 1, 2021

***This article originally appeared in the January '22 issue of Animation Magazine (No. 316)** As a young girl growing up in pre-Islamic Revolution Iran, acclaimed...

Animated People

‘My Life Is Worth Living’ Director & Producer on Animation Stories Worth Telling

Ramin Zahed - November 29, 2021

Content Warning: This article includes mention of suicide and mental health issues. If you are struggling or know someone who is, you can contact...

Streaming

‘Shaun the Sheep: The Flight Before Christmas’ Offers Wooly Holiday Wishes from Aardman

Ramin Zahed - November 29, 2021

***This article originally appeared in the January '22 issue of Animation Magazine (No. 316)*** Aardman Animations' Steve Cox, the director of the new Shaun the...

Animated People

‘Freak Brothers’ Exec Producers Canton and Solomon Take Us on a Wild Ride, Man!

Ramin Zahed - November 24, 2021

Last week, the premiere of the new animated series, The Freak Brothers, became Tubi’s most-watched episode, ranking #1 in total viewing time (TVT) since it...

Animated People

Director Hugo de Faucompret Discusses His Award-Winning Short ‘Mum Is Pouring Rain’

Ramin Zahed - November 23, 2021

Hugo de Faucompret’s animated short Mum Is Pouring Rain (Maman Pleut des Cordes) centers on a young girl whose mother is battling depression. When...

Animated People

Sketches from a Full-Color Life: ‘Freebird’ Filmmakers on Creating Their Touching Neurodiversity Short

Ramin Zahed - November 18, 2021

A woman holds her baby for the first time. A young boy braves school bullying. True love blooms. A child given a little extra...

Streaming

‘Dogs in Space’: Jeremiah Cortez Explores the Pawsome Frontier

Ramin Zahed - November 16, 2021

***This article originally appeared in the December '21 issue of Animation Magazine (No. 315)*** If you’re a dog fan or enjoy clever, animated shows about...

Streaming

Simian Sniper Lessons: Will Speck & Josh Gordon Unleash ‘Marvel’s Hit-Monkey’ on Hulu

Ramin Zahed - November 15, 2021

***This article originally appeared in the December '21 issue of Animation Magazine (No. 315)*** Will Speck and Josh Gordon went ape for Hit-Monkey when they...

Animated People