The compound was designed by Robert A.M. Stern Architects, the firm that also designed Disney’s feature animation “hat” building in Burbank. Eisner’s relationship with Stern dates back to the early 1970s, when Stern designed a Manhattan apartment for Eisner’s parents. …
Month: May 2022

KABOOM ANIMATION FESTIVAL 28 March – 3 April 2022 Utrecht and Amsterdam, The Netherlands
At the Kaboom festival I have the honor to present The Nancy Award to any film in competition of my choice. The winner receives a Kaboom trophy and a wine tasting trip with me during next year’s festival. This year …

1st Edition of CAFÉ Coming to Montreal June 7-8
“Québec has world-renowned expertise in animation and visual effects,” said Jean Boulet, Minister of Labour, Employment and Social Solidarity, Minister of Immigration, Francization and Integration and Minister responsible for the Mauricie region. “That is why our government wishes to support …

Matt Corman and Chris Ord to Write and Produce ‘Daredevil’ Series for Disney+
A new Daredevil series will add to the growing slate of MCU shows under the Disney+ banner, which also includes the Oscar Isaac-starring Moon Knight and the comedic Hulk spinoff, She-Hulk: Attorney at Law. The news comes amidst fans’ ongoing …

‘Chip ’N Dale: Rescue Rangers’ Reviews Roundup: Does Disney’s Latest Hybrid Feature Measure Up To ‘Roger Rabbit’?
Here’s how Disney describes the film: [embedded content] The Guardian’s Benjamin Lee was surprised by how much he enjoyed the film: Inside the Trojan horse of a lazily inevitable kids adventure is a surprisingly sharp and detailed comedy. It’s not …

Nicolas Lhomme Packages TDA (Talents d’Afrique) for Canal+ International
This short blast of code-driven typography captures the edgy tone and intensity of the design and animation work created by Paris director Nicolas Lhomme for the Canal+ International sports program TDA (Talents d’Afrique). Director/designer/animator: Nicolas Lhomme Client: Canal+ International Nicolas …

Dress Code “Power a Brighter World” for Inspire Clean Energy
Combining a storybook illustration style with the VO of a precocious seven-year-old, Dress Code director Qian Shi and agency Madwell keep this spot for Inspire Clean Energy optimistic while delivering a serious environmental message. Production: Dress CodeDirector: Qian ShiECD: Dan …