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The Disarming Legacy of 'Persepolis' Author and Director Marjane Satrapi

Friends, collaborators and admirers of the French-Iranian graphic novelist and filmmaker, who died June 4, 2026, at 56, remember the introversion behind her work, the humor that carried it, and why she refused to explain Iran to anyone.

The Disarming Legacy of 'Persepolis' Author and Director Marjane Satrapi

Friends, collaborators and admirers of the French-Iranian graphic novelist and filmmaker, who died June 4, 2026, at 56, remember the introversion behind her work, the humor that carried it, and why she refused to explain Iran to anyone.

ANIMATIONWorld Magazine

Mark Evestaff Talks ‘Snoopy Presents: There’s No Place Like Home, Snoopy’

The executive producer discusses production challenges and never outgrowing your childhood creativity on the all-new Apple TV ‘Peanuts’ special where our beloved beagle’s doghouse...
Is Anime Still Different?

Columnist Andrew Osmond asks if anime is still ‘unique’ in 2026.
Christopher Nolan’s Carbon Footprint Problem

What is more detrimental: moving data or moving an army?
Getting Down in the Dubbing: Behind the Voice Work of ‘Witch Hat,’ ‘...

The Crunchyroll shows’ voice casts reflect on accents, timing, and collaboration, detailing how ADR directors, writers, engineers, and performers shape English dubs and faithful...
Why Travis Knight Waited 16 Years to Make ‘Wildwood’

After receiving a plaque in the new Annecy Hall of Fame, LAIKA’s CEO and director discussed the craft, technology, and production demands of the studio’s sixth and most ambitious...
When Artists Become Targets

Rise of the anti-AI mob.
Donghoe Kim Talks the Multi-Buzzes of ‘Toy Story 5’

The Pixar animator breaks down the Presto tools, crowd workflow, and character variations behind the film’s hive-minded Buzz Lightyear toy units, and how he balanced efficiency...

Mark Evestaff Talks ‘Snoopy Presents: There’s No Place Like Home, Snoopy’

The executive producer discusses production challenges and never outgrowing your childhood creativity on the all-new Apple TV ‘Peanuts’ special where our beloved beagle’s doghouse...
Is Anime Still Different?

Columnist Andrew Osmond asks if anime is still ‘unique’ in 2026.
Christopher Nolan’s Carbon Footprint Problem

What is more detrimental: moving data or moving an army?
Getting Down in the Dubbing: Behind the Voice Work of ‘Witch Hat,’ ‘Daemons’ and ‘Dr. Stone’

The Crunchyroll shows’ voice casts reflect on accents, timing, and collaboration, detailing how ADR directors, writers, engineers, and performers shape English dubs and faithful...
Why Travis Knight Waited 16 Years to Make ‘Wildwood’

After receiving a plaque in the new Annecy Hall of Fame, LAIKA’s CEO and director discussed the craft, technology, and production demands of the studio’s sixth and most ambitious...
When Artists Become Targets

Rise of the anti-AI mob.

What’s Beyond Infinity and Beyond? ANIMATIONWorld

Donghoe Kim Talks the Multi-Buzzes of ‘Toy Story 5’

The Pixar animator breaks down the Presto tools, crowd workflow, and character variations behind the film’s hive-minded Buzz Lightyear toy units, and how he balanced efficiency with the personality director Andrew Stanton wanted onscreen.

In 3D, CG, Films, People, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All

An Iconic Property Reborn ANIMATIONWorld

‘Ghost in the Shell’: New and Old

Columnist Andrew Osmond discusses Science Saru’s eagerly awaited new vision of Masamune Shirow’s science-fiction manga and weighs it against the iconic film by Mamoru Oshii.

In 2D, Anime, Comics/Manga/Webcomics, Films, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld | Columns: Do You Know Your Anime? | Geographic Region: All

We Love Our Anime Greats ANIMATIONWorld

Chronicling Anime Cinema: The Jonathan Clements Interview

Andrew Osmond quizzes the prolific author about his new book: ‘Japan’s Anime Revolution: Twenty Animated Films That Changed The World.’

In Anime, Books, Comics/Manga/Webcomics, Films, People, Short Films, Television, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld | Columns: Do You Know Your Anime? | Geographic Region: All

We Love Pond Rules ANIMATIONWorld

Re-VIEW: ‘Hoppers’ - We’re All in This Together

Pixar’s animated comedy, directed by ‘We Bare Bears’ creator Daniel Chong and produced by ‘Incredibles 2’ producer Nicole Paradis Grindle, follows a passionate young girl Mabel who learns the true value of working for the common good while trying to save the peaceful forest glade she cherishes now endangered by a ruthless developer.

In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Films, People, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: All

Let the Celebration Begin ANIMATIONWorld

Aardman at 50: Inside the Clay, Felt, and Fingerprints

From Morph and ‘Wallace & Gromit’ to ‘Shaun the Sheep’ and ‘Let’s Go Timmy!’ the iconic British stop-motion studio’s enduring appeal comes from plasticine, eccentric characters, visible imperfections, and a process that still prizes the human touch.

In 3D, CG, Films, Music and Sound, People, Short Films, Stop-Motion, Television | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All

Ooo We’re Heading Back to Ooo ANIMATIONWorld

The ‘Adventure Time: Side Quests’ Crew Gets Experimental and Emotional

John DiMaggio, Sasha Knight, Nate Cash, Victor Courtright and Nick Cross discuss honoring the original series while pushing the prequel into crayon, VHS distortion, and brighter early-Finn energy; debuts June 29 on Disney+ and Hulu.

In 2D, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All

From the Creator of Infinity Train ANIMATIONWorld

‘Among Us’: Owen Dennis and Madeline Queripel Talk Maps, Mayhem and Murder

The creator and co-executive producer discuss how their series leans into archetypes, broken character models, and visor-based expressions to give its doomed crewmates more personality than their simple silhouettes suggest; the Innersloth hit-game adaptation is now streaming on Paramount+.

In 2D, CG, Digital Media, Games, People, Technology, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All

What’s Beyond Infinity and Beyond? ANIMATIONWorld

Paxton Andrews Talks ‘Toy Story 5’ Voice Acting and the Value of Small Roles

From riffing with a just met scene partner to a cut joke about donuts, the 11-year-old actor shares about recording ADR with director Andrew Stanton, improvising lines, and every part is important.

In 3D, Films, People, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All

A Visual Tour de Force ANIMATIONWorld

Hisko Hulsing Talks ‘Danse Macabre’

In an expansive and intimate interview with Johannes Wolters, the ‘Undone’ and ‘Junkyard’ director discusses his new animated short, premiering this week in Annecy, an intense visual exploration of Dmitri Shostakovich’s Allegro from his 10th Symphony, based on 79 original oil paintings.

In 2D, AI, Art, CG, Digital Media, Event, Festival, Music and Sound, People, Short Films, Technology, Television | ANIMATIONWorld | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: All

What’s Beyond Infinity and Beyond? ANIMATIONWorld

‘Toy Story 5’: Playtime Will Never Be the Same

Director Andrew Stanton, co-director Kenna Harris, and producer Lindsey Collins discuss how they arrived at their film’s ‘technological’ playtime threat, Lilypad, and the uneasy question driving Pixar’s fifth ‘Toy Story’ outing: what happens when toys stop being needed? In theaters today, June 19.

In 3D, CG, Films, People, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All

It’s Anime-zing! ANIMATIONWorld

Two Short Anime Trips: ‘Milky Subway’ and ‘Nezumikozo Jirokichi’

Columnist Andrew Osmond looks at two very different shorter works which are now available to stream.

In 2D, Anime, CG, Deitch, Films, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld | Columns: Do You Know Your Anime? | Geographic Region: All

A Super Debut ANIMATIONWorld

‘My Adventures With Superman’ Season 3: Plenty of Cuts, No Regrets

Co-showrunners Jake Wyatt and Brendan Clogher unpack the romance and anime extremes, plus whole arcs that were dropped, on a season they call a ‘limits test’; now on Adult Swim and HBO Max.

In 2D, CG, Comics/Manga/Webcomics, Digital Media, People, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All

The Pitch Is In Headline News

Registration Opens: SIGGRAPH Asia Heads to Kuala Lumpur December 1-4

Annual computer graphics conference brings professionals, academics, educators and students together to gain and share insights in cutting-edge technology across animation, VFX, gaming and immersive experiences.

In 3D, AI, CG, Education and Training, Event, Films, Guilds/Unions/Organizations, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Technology, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: SIGGRAPH Asia | Geographic Region: All, Asia

It's Anime-zing! Headline News

VIZ Media Signs with Gotham Group to Develop 'RWBY' for Film and TV

2 years after Warner Bros. closed Rooster Teeth and sold the franchise, Monty Oum's series is being packaged for film and TV alongside the publisher's original graphic novel line.

In Anime, Business, Digital Media, Films, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Bitchy Is Back Headline News

Exclusive Excerpt: 'Bitchy!' Puts Midge McCracken Comics in Order at Last

The cartoonist's 13-year run at Fantagraphics is gathered chronologically for the first time, with a new introduction from Roberta Gregory and an afterword from critic Helen Chazen.

In 2D, Art, Comics/Manga/Webcomics, Digital Media, People, Short Films, Television, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Su-Purr Sized News Headline News

Disney Jr. Premieres 'SuperKitties' Special 'The New SuperKitty'

The Paula Rosenthal-created preschool series makes Willa official in a special that hits Disney+ August 7, with 'Howl-O-Ween' and 'Friendsgiving' specials to follow; Ready to Su-Purr Roar music video

In 3D, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

The Greens Are Back Headline News

Stephen King, Kevin Smith Guest on 'Big City Greens' Season 5

Watch the trailer: the Houghton brothers' animated series returns August 21 on Disney Channel, next day on Disney+; Luke Combs, Dylan Sprouse, Megan Stalter and Jason Mewes join returning guest stars Danny Trejo, Colin Hanks and Dan Stevens.

In 2D, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

We're On Cloud Nine Headline News

Bob Gaudette and Kirk Hipkiss Launch AI Film and TV Production Studio Nolia

Toronto company is built around original IP, with 'The Little Cloud Thief' in development for both feature and episodic; Gaudette's 8-minute short took the $50K Grand Prix at this year's Runway AI Festival.

In AI, Business, Films, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Hurray for Bollywood Headline News

Reel FX and Paramount Animation Team on Bollywood-Set Musical 'Diya'

Written by Jaydeep Hasrajani and Jake Goldman with Nitya Mehra attached, feature follows an Indian American teenager from New Jersey suddenly dropped into a Bollywood musical.

In Business, Films, People, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Awards Headline News

2026 Student Academy Award Winners Announced

The Academy honored 16 students across 4 categories, with the animation prizes going to films from Gobelins, ESMA and Filmakademie Baden-Württemberg.

In Awards, Event, Films, Guilds/Unions/Organizations, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Special Events: Academy Awards | Geographic Region: All

The Kid's Juggernaut Continues! Headline News

Universal Drops 'CoComelon: The Movie' Teaser Trailer

JJ starts kindergarten, loses his bear and lands in a kingdom where singing is outlawed - Moonbug Entertainment's nursery-rhyme juggernaut heads to theaters February 19, 2027, with DNEG Group handling animation and DreamWorks Animation producing.

In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Films, Music and Sound, People, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Animation Festival Blogs

ANIMAFEST ZAGREB 8 – 13 June 2026 - Zagreb, Croatia

Daniel Suljic, Artistic Director of Animafest Zagreb, had already announced

In ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Sprockets

Whistle While You Task Headline News

ILM and Pixar Named in Disney's AI Push as Cost Cuts Continue

SEC filing shows company has put money behind machine learning at Disney Research Studios and Walt Disney Imagineering, promising a creative process that stays 'human-centered' - pledge lands after job reductions at Pixar earlier this year, and follows the company's creation of an internal oversight unit for the technology.

In AI, Business, Digital Media, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Post-production, Technology, Theme Parks - Installations, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All

It's a Zoo Out There Headline News

Gustavo Dudamel and LA Philharmonic Score PBS Kids Animated Special

Half-hour 'Carnival of Animals,' directed by Siri Melchior and animated by Passion Pictures, strings all 14 of Camille Saint-Saens' sections into one story for the first time, over hand-painted watercolor backgrounds.

In 2D, CG, Music and Sound, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

It's Anime-zing! Headline News

Watch: TOHO Drops English Dub Trailer for 'Though I Am an Inept Villainess'

Mitsue Yamasaki directs the Doga Kobo adaptation of Satsuki Nakamura's light novel and manga; Brianna Knickerbocker and Rebecca Wang lead the dub cast as 2 noblewomen magically swapped into each other's bodies; streaming on Crunchyroll, Hulu, Disney+ and Netflix in Asia.

In 2D, Anime, Comics/Manga/Webcomics, Digital Media, People, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

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What’s Beyond Infinity and Beyond? ANIMATIONWorld

Donghoe Kim Talks the Multi-Buzzes of ‘Toy Story 5’

In 3D, CG, Films, People, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All

An Iconic Property Reborn ANIMATIONWorld

‘Ghost in the Shell’: New and Old

Columnist Andrew Osmond discusses Science Saru’s eagerly awaited new vision of Masamune Shirow’s science-fiction manga and weighs it against the iconic film by Mamoru Oshii.

In 2D, Anime, Comics/Manga/Webcomics, Films, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld | Columns: Do You Know Your Anime? | Geographic Region: All

We Love Our Anime Greats ANIMATIONWorld

Chronicling Anime Cinema: The Jonathan Clements Interview

Andrew Osmond quizzes the prolific author about his new book: ‘Japan’s Anime Revolution: Twenty Animated Films That Changed The World.’

In Anime, Books, Comics/Manga/Webcomics, Films, People, Short Films, Television, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld | Columns: Do You Know Your Anime? | Geographic Region: All

We Love Pond Rules ANIMATIONWorld

Re-VIEW: ‘Hoppers’ - We’re All in This Together

In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Films, People, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: All

Let the Celebration Begin ANIMATIONWorld

Aardman at 50: Inside the Clay, Felt, and Fingerprints

In 3D, CG, Films, Music and Sound, People, Short Films, Stop-Motion, Television | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All

Ooo We’re Heading Back to Ooo ANIMATIONWorld

The ‘Adventure Time: Side Quests’ Crew Gets Experimental and Emotional

In 2D, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All

What’s Beyond Infinity and Beyond? ANIMATIONWorld

Paxton Andrews Talks ‘Toy Story 5’ Voice Acting and the Value of Small Roles

From riffing with a just met scene partner to a cut joke about donuts, the 11-year-old actor shares about recording ADR with director Andrew Stanton, improvising lines, and every part is important.

In 3D, Films, People, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All

From the Creator of Infinity Train ANIMATIONWorld

‘Among Us’: Owen Dennis and Madeline Queripel Talk Maps, Mayhem and Murder

In 2D, CG, Digital Media, Games, People, Technology, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All

A Visual Tour de Force ANIMATIONWorld

Hisko Hulsing Talks ‘Danse Macabre’

In 2D, AI, Art, CG, Digital Media, Event, Festival, Music and Sound, People, Short Films, Technology, Television | ANIMATIONWorld | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: All

What’s Beyond Infinity and Beyond? ANIMATIONWorld

‘Toy Story 5’: Playtime Will Never Be the Same

In 3D, CG, Films, People, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All

It’s Anime-zing! ANIMATIONWorld

Two Short Anime Trips: ‘Milky Subway’ and ‘Nezumikozo Jirokichi’

Columnist Andrew Osmond looks at two very different shorter works which are now available to stream.

In 2D, Anime, CG, Deitch, Films, People, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld | Columns: Do You Know Your Anime? | Geographic Region: All

A Super Debut ANIMATIONWorld

‘My Adventures With Superman’ Season 3: Plenty of Cuts, No Regrets

Co-showrunners Jake Wyatt and Brendan Clogher unpack the romance and anime extremes, plus whole arcs that were dropped, on a season they call a ‘limits test’; now on Adult Swim and HBO Max.

In 2D, CG, Comics/Manga/Webcomics, Digital Media, People, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld | Geographic Region: All

The Pitch Is In Headline News

Registration Opens: SIGGRAPH Asia Heads to Kuala Lumpur December 1-4

It's Anime-zing! Headline News

VIZ Media Signs with Gotham Group to Develop 'RWBY' for Film and TV

2 years after Warner Bros. closed Rooster Teeth and sold the franchise, Monty Oum's series is being packaged for film and TV alongside the publisher's original graphic novel line.

In Anime, Business, Digital Media, Films, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Bitchy Is Back Headline News

Exclusive Excerpt: 'Bitchy!' Puts Midge McCracken Comics in Order at Last

The cartoonist's 13-year run at Fantagraphics is gathered chronologically for the first time, with a new introduction from Roberta Gregory and an afterword from critic Helen Chazen.

In 2D, Art, Comics/Manga/Webcomics, Digital Media, People, Short Films, Television, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Su-Purr Sized News Headline News

Disney Jr. Premieres 'SuperKitties' Special 'The New SuperKitty'

The Paula Rosenthal-created preschool series makes Willa official in a special that hits Disney+ August 7, with 'Howl-O-Ween' and 'Friendsgiving' specials to follow; Ready to Su-Purr Roar music video

In 3D, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

The Greens Are Back Headline News

Stephen King, Kevin Smith Guest on 'Big City Greens' Season 5

In 2D, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Voice Acting | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

We're On Cloud Nine Headline News

Bob Gaudette and Kirk Hipkiss Launch AI Film and TV Production Studio Nolia

In AI, Business, Films, People, Television | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Hurray for Bollywood Headline News

Reel FX and Paramount Animation Team on Bollywood-Set Musical 'Diya'

Written by Jaydeep Hasrajani and Jake Goldman with Nitya Mehra attached, feature follows an Indian American teenager from New Jersey suddenly dropped into a Bollywood musical.

In Business, Films, People, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Geographic Region: All

Awards Headline News