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Angel to Release Andy Serkis’ ‘Animal Farm’ in Theaters

The 3DCG adaptation of George Orwell’s classic novel boasts a voice cast that includes Seth Rogen, Glenn Close, Kieran Culkin, and Woody Harrelson; hits the cineplex on May 1, 2026.

On the Road to the Oscars Headline News

Academy Announces Shortlists in 10 Categories for 98th Oscars

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 11:56am

VFX category narrowed down to 10 films, animated shorts to 15; voting for nominations runs next month, January 12-16, with nomination announcements set for January 22, 2026.

Time to Man Up! ANIMATIONWorld

Jeff Kinney Talks Parenting and ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Last Straw’

The hugely successful author and screenwriter brings his and his team’s personal experience – and plenty of real stories – to the new 3DCG film about Greg Heffley dealing with his father Frank’s outsized expectations; based on his novels that follow a disaster-prone middle school student, it’s now streaming on Disney+.

Not Onions! Headline News

Tiny Chef Takes Over the California Academy of Sciences

Opening this past Saturday, the new planetarium film and exhibit celebrates regeneration and climate action through the beloved character’s whimsical felted lens.

Heading to NY Next February Headline News

Exclusive: 2026 Animation First Festival Announces Full Program

The biggest animation festival in the U.S. sets its upcoming slate; Cannes Award winner ‘Dandelion’s Odyssey’ by Momoko Seto to screen opening night; talk with Oscar-winning sound designer Nicolas Becker also revealed; event runs this coming February 3-8 with a focus on Belgian films.

How Did We Get Here? ANIMATIONWorld

Shorts in Focus: Jordan Michael Blake’s ‘Paradise Man (ii)’

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 4:21pm

Made in 2 months on a laptop using repurposed stock animated GIFS, the uniquely designed, compellingly abstract film tells the story of how Paradise Man’s obsession with golf is waylaid when his mother has an accident, causing him to look deeply within himself.

Excellence in Stop-Motion ANIMATIONWorld

Chris Lavis Talks ‘The Girl Who Cried Pearls’

The Oscar-nominated filmmaker discusses his and Maciek Szczerbowski’s latest stop-motion tour de force, how the tough decision to cut 3 minutes was the right call, and how a ‘beautiful film’ is easily forgotten if the story doesn’t move the audience.

Strangers in the Night ANIMATIONWorld

Shorts in Focus: McKinley Benson’s ‘Two Ships’

Writer/director McKinley Benson, writer/producer Mackenzie Benson, and EP Jodi Benson talk about the beauty of the ordinary, like sticky notes left on a refrigerator, and how little moments between two people take on such special meaning in their award winning 2D film about how a couple working opposite schedules tries to maintain their connection through fleeting encounters.

Trust Is a Hard Thing to Regain ANIMATIONWorld

Shorts in Focus: Andrés Palma’s ‘Shimmer’

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 4:01pm

The 3D animated film, produced at Mexico’s Escena Animation Studio, tells the story of shipwrecked family whose father’s efforts to secure their rescue blinds him to his neglect and the mistrust he fostered in his eldest daughter, who forces him to choose between his dreams and his children.

The Sun Does Come Up Again ANIMATIONWorld

‘Snow Bear’: How Aaron Blaise Lost Love, Then Found It Again

The famed former Disney animator and ‘Brother Bear’ director channeled the tragic 2007 loss of his wife into his award-winning hand-drawn 2D short film about a lonely polar bear’s quest to find, and eventually make, a friend… until the weather warms up.

Celebrating Human Connection ANIMATIONWorld

‘Whale 52’ Sings a Song of Hope for the Lonely

Indie animation legend Bill Plympton’s latest short film, directed by Emmy-winning actor Daniel Neiden and starring Bruce Vilanch, tells the emotional and uplifting story of an aging widower, a school volunteer, working with a young selective mute boy, who connect through a written journal and the true legend of the ‘loneliest’ whale.  

Spanning the Globe to Bring You the Variety of Animation ANIMATIONWorld

Exploring the World of Animation in ‘The Animation Atlas’

Columnist Andrew Osmond interviews ‘Ghibliotheque’ podcasters Michael Leader and Jake Cunningham about their new book that travels the globe to dig deep into the medium (hint - it’s not a genre.)

It’s Anime-zing! ANIMATIONWorld

The ‘Uncontrollable’ Art of ‘Demon Slayer: Kimetsu no Yaiba Infinity Castle’

Ufotable director Haruo Sotozaki and DOP Yuichi Terao discuss how their work on the hugely successful, Golden Globe-nominated animated film was meaningless unless they could tap into the maximum level of emotion and deep feeling a character would express and bring that onto the screen for the audience.

From Horror Survival Game to Animation Headline News

tinyBuild Releases ‘Hello Neighbor: Welcome to Raven Brooks’ Animated Series

In addition to YouTube, Seasons 1 and 2 of the horror survival video game adaptation are available on Prime Video in the US, UK, Canada, and Australia; other IP ventures include the upcoming ‘Hello Neighbor’ feature film and ‘Hello Neighbor 3’ video game.

Awards Headline News

83rd Golden Globe Awards Nominations Announced

By Dan Sarto | Monday, December 8, 2025 at 12:35pm

‘KPop Demon Hunters’ scores nods for best animated feature, best cinematic and box office achievement, and best original song, while ‘Arco,’ ‘Demon Slayer,’ ‘Elio,’ ‘Little Amélie or the Character of Rain’ and ‘Zootopia 2’ are all nominated for best animated motion picture; awards ceremony set for January 11.

Supporting Diversity in Animated Storytelling ANIMATIONWorld

National Film Board of Canada EP Christine Noël on ‘The Girl Who Cried Pearls’ and Shaping the Future of Animation

The Executive Producer reflects on acclaimed projects like Chris Lavis and Maciek Szczerbowski’s new film, her support for diverse creators, and her efforts to sustain the NFB’s legacy of innovation through a collaborative production model that continues to achieve major festival and awards success.

A Walrus and a Plant Walk into a Bar ANIMATIONWorld

A Walrus Taxi Driver and a Talking Plant: The Baku Kinoshita Interview

Columnist Andrew Osmond talks to the director about his 2 acclaimed anime, the TV series ‘Odd Taxi’ and his new film, ‘The Last Blossom.’

Set Sail on an Airborne Adventure Headline News

Maison 4:3, 10th Ave Productions Unveil ‘Lydia and the Mist Rider’ Trailer, Official Poster

The 3DCG adventure about a young girl trying to find her kidnapped brother stars Sophie Nélisse Mizinga Mwinga, Hasani Freeman and Sarah Booth; hits Canadian screens February 20, 2026.

KPop Goes the Demon! ANIMATIONWorld

Re-VIEW: ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ – Beauty in Broken Glass

Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans’ hit animated musical about a trio of women battling against a band of demons intent on taking over the world presents big ideas with a deceptively light touch; its gorgeously accessible imagery and brisk toe-tapping pace are as catchy as the lyrics of its songs.

Head On Over to Netflix! Headline News

Join AWN and Alex Woo for an ‘In Your Dreams’ Screening at Netflix Animation Studios

By Dan Sarto | Friday, November 28, 2025 at 8:45am

You’re invited to come watch and enjoy the all-new animated comedy, followed by a Q&A with the director/writer and reception, on Wednesday, December 3 at 7:00 pm in Burbank!

Score! Headline News

Sony Pictures Animation Drops ‘GOAT’ Trailer #2

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 12:19pm

All-new animated comedy from the studio that made ‘KPop Demon Hunters’ tells the story of Will, a small goat with big dreams who gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to join the pros and play ‘roarball’ with the fiercest animals in the world; in theaters February 13.

Ending Violence Against Women Headline News

Watch Sundance Winner ‘Como Si La Tierra se las hubiera tragado’

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, November 26, 2025 at 11:42am

In support of the UN’s global ’16 Days of Activism’ campaign calling for an end to violence against women, Natalia León’s animated short, about a woman who returns to Mexico but cannot reconcile her rekindled memories of violence, is now streaming.

You Know How Brothers Can Be Headline News

Obscured Releasing to Premiere ‘Endless Cookie’ In New York, Los Angeles

Watch the official trailer - the multi-award-winning animated documentary from Seth and Peter Scriver, a colorful depiction of the many overlapping episodes of their lives, will release on December 5.

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