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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!

Don’t You Wish… ANIMATIONWorld

Creating the Grounded Fantasy World of ‘In Your Dreams'

By Dan Sarto | Monday, November 17, 2025 at 5:37pm

For director Alex Woo, production designer Steve Pilcher, and VFX supervisor Nicola Lavender, anchoring their animated film with an emotional story about a child trying to keep their family from breaking apart gave its dream world both meaningful and believable stakes; now streaming on Netflix.

Don’t You Wish… ANIMATIONWorld

‘In Your Dreams’: Where Order and Chaos Lead to Connection

Writer/Director Alex Woo, Production Designer Steve Pilcher, VFX Supervisor Nicola Lavender, and Head of Character Animation Sacha Kapijimpanga discuss their heartfelt sibling story that blends meticulous attention to detail with spontaneous ‘happy accidents;’ streaming November 14 on Netflix.

Don’t You Wish… Headline News

Netflix Drops ‘In Your Dreams’ Trailer and Images

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, September 25, 2025 at 9:24am

Who doesn’t love a snarky stuffed giraffe? The 3DCG comedy about 2 siblings who journey into the absurd landscape of their own dreams to ask the Sandman to grant them their ultimate wish stars Simu Liu, Cristin Milioti, and Craig Robinson; streams November 14.

That’s Gotta Hurt! Headline News

Crimson Splashes Galore Adorn the ‘Marvel Zombies’ Trailer

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at 4:36pm

Marvel Animation’s newest stylized series boasts bullets, blades, and lots of blood as the Avengers are all dead… and they’re looking to feast on some brains; Elizabeth Olsen, Paul Rudd, Florence Pugh, David Harbour, Tessa Thompson, Simu Liu, Awkwafina, Hailee Steinfeld, Wyatt Russell, and Randall Park star; hits Disney+ on September 24.

Don’t You Wish… Headline News

Netflix Drops ‘In Your Dreams’ Teaser Trailer, Poster

The 3DCG comedy about 2 siblings who journey into the absurd landscape of their own dreams to find the Sandman, who will grant them their ultimate wish, stars Simu Liu, Cristin Milioti, and Craig Robinson; streams November 14.

Patience is a Virtue Headline News

Disney Delays ‘Avengers: Doomsday,’ ‘Avengers: Secret Wars’

Following a reorganization of the theatrical slate, ‘Doomsday’ has moved from May 1, 2026 to December 18, 2026, while the follow-up ‘Secret Wars’ has shifted from May 7, 2027 to December 17, 2027.

The Bros are Back Headline News

Marvel Studios Announces ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Cast

The all-star lineup features both new and familiar faces, including Chris Hemsworth, Vanessa Kirby, Anthony Mackie, Sebastian Stan, Letitia Wright, Paul Rudd, Wyatt Russell, Tenoch Huerta Mejia, Ebon Moss-Bachrach, Simu Liu, Florence Pugh, and Robert Downey Jr.

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Netflix Announces ‘In Your Dreams’ Cast

By Dan Sarto | Tuesday, March 11, 2025 at 10:45am

Golden Globe nominee Cristin Milioti joins Simu Liu and Craig Robinson in the animated comedy adventure about siblings who journey into the absurd landscape of their own dreams to find the Sandman, who will grant them their ultimate wish; streams this Fall.

I Don’t Quite Feel Invincible ANIMATIONWorld

J.K. Simmons, Steve Yeun and Gillian Jacobs Talk ‘Invincible’

The lead actors in Robert Kirkman’s hit adult animated superhero series discuss their characters’ inner turmoil, emotional conflict, and ‘lurking in the grey areas’ as long-awaited Season 3 kicks off February 6 on Prime Video.

Gizmo Returns ANIMATIONWorld

‘Gremlins: The Wild Batch’: Chinese Mythology Meets Hollywood Diversity

As Tze Chun and Brendan Hay’s ‘Gremlins’ prequel debuts its second season on October 3, the EPs, along with famed actors James Hong and Ming-Na Wen, talk about how far Asian-American actors have come in mainstream Hollywood casting, and that their show’s success is a testament to the draw of unique stories and characters from the East.

We Want More Marvel! VFXWorld

Weta FX Delivers a Monstrous 3rd Act for ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’

Leading VFX studio creates the mythical Great Protector dragon, demonic Dweller-in-Darkness, and an army of little demons for Marvel Studios’ first film to feature an Asian super hero. 

We Want More Marvel! VFXWorld

TRIXTER Goes Full Morris on ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’

The VFX studio delivers 237 shots, including the adorable, faceless, and furry four-winged Dijiang sidekick, in Marvel Studios’ first Asian super hero film.

We Want More Marvel! VFXWorld

It’s A Jungle Out There for Rising Sun Pictures’ ‘Shang-Chi’ VFX

Studio delivers nearly 300 shots depicting the village of Ta Lo and its lush, expansive jungle environs that included mountains, ancient forests, lakes, and rice paddies, along with a huge amount of natural looking vegetation, on Marvel Studios' first film to feature an Asian super hero. 

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Marvel’s ‘Shang-Chi and The Legend of The Ten Rings’ Coming to Digital and Blu-Ray

Watch the MCU’s newest martial arts master fight against his own destiny in the non-stop action-adventure; film hits all major digital platforms November 12, and 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, and DVD November 30, complete with never-before-seen bonus material and deleted scenes.

Anime ANIMATIONWorld

‘Bright: Samurai Soul’: A Hardened Ronin’s Fight to Trust Amidst Betrayal

Director Kyohei Ishiguro beautifully fuses Japanese woodblock print art with 3DCG in the emotional story of a melancholy, one-eyed masterless samurai who must suddenly protect a fiery ‘special’ elf child with immense powers, in the all-new ‘Bright’ spin-off premiering today on Netflix.

We Want More Marvel! VFXWorld

Digital Domain Pulls Off Great ‘Fortress’ Escape in ‘Shang-Chi and the Legend of the Ten Rings’

Leading VFX studio delivers almost 250 shots, including digital doubles, CG cars, and an unforgettable race to elude capture in Marvel Studios’ thrilling new MCU adventure.

This is the Anime You’ve Been Looking For! ANIMATIONWorld

‘Star Wars: Visions’ Takes Japanese Culture and Anime to a Faraway Galaxy

Lucasfilm’s new animated short film anthology showcases top animation producers from Japan, all huge ‘Star Wars’ fans, who’ve drawn upon their own heritage to create an exciting and beautifully designed set of stories, now streaming on Disney+.

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Netflix Drops ‘Bright: Samurai Soul’ First Look Trailer and Art

New reimagined animated feature and spinoff of the live-action movie ‘Bright’ is directed by Kyohei Ishiguro, who fused the characteristics of Japanese woodblock print art with 3DCG technology; movie streams October 12 on Netflix.

We Want More Marvel! Headline News

Marvel Drops ‘Shang Chi’s ‘Next Level Action’ Featurette

Catch a behind-the-scenes look at the martial arts action in ‘Shang-Chi and The Legend of the Ten Rings,’ Marvel Studios’ highly anticipated new MCU outing heading to theaters September 3.

This is the Anime You’ve Been Looking For! Headline News

First Epic Trailer Drops for ‘Star Wars: Visions’ Anime Anthology Series

The otherworldly series features nine stories by seven Japanese anime studios, all underscored by musical legend John Williams, set to release September 22 on Disney+.

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