Ron Clements

The Ultimate Disney Fan Event Returns Headline News

Disney Reveals D23 2026 Programming Lineup

Epic 3-day fan event will feature a ‘Muppets’ songbook celebration with Seth MacFarlane, new Leslie Iwerks documentary, and anniversary panels for ‘Alice in Wonderland,’ ‘Beauty and the Beast,’ ‘KINGDOM HEARTS,’ and ‘Spider-Man’ as well as exclusive first looks, new announcements, musical performances, and Disney Legends programming running August 14-16 in Anaheim.

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Helping Heal the Heartbreak ANIMATIONWorld

‘Versa’: Remembering our Children in the Stars

Disney’s Malcon Pierce turned a painful personal tragedy suffered during the production of ‘Moana’ into an emotionally uplifting new animated short film, now streaming on Disney+.

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Heading to Pasadena Headline News

LightBox Expo 2025 Reveals Expansive Program

The 7th annual event features panels on ‘KPop Demon Hunters,’ ‘Wicked,’ ‘Wednesday,’ ‘Zootopia 2,’ and ‘Star Wars,’ plus demos, an Artist Alley, and awards ceremony; runs October 24-26 in Pasadena, California.

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Annecy Reveals Galore Headline News

Disney, Pixar Reveal Upcoming Animated Film Slate at Annecy

It’s an embarrassment of riches as the studios share sneak peeks and footage from ‘Zootopia 2’ and ‘Elio,’ plus unseen footage of ‘Hoppers,’ ‘Toy Story 5,’ and ‘Gatto;’ Pete Docter and Ron Clements were inducted into Annecy’s Walk of Fame.

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Business Headline News

Jury Sides with Disney in ‘Moana’ Copyright Infringement Lawsuit

After a short deliberation, a Los Angeles federal court jury ruled today that the movie’s creators never had access to Buck Woodall’s outlines and script for ‘Bucky the Surfer Boy.’

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Can I Get a Chee Hoo! ANIMATIONWorld

A Helping Hand Guides ‘Moana 2’ to the Big Screen

Director Jason Hand discusses his path from CalArts to helming Disney’s latest hit animated musical comedy - fast approaching $1 billion at the global box office – that took advantage of the studio’s history of teamwork, mentorship, and artistic collaboration.

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Can I Get a Chee Hoo! ANIMATIONWorld

Directors Jason Hand, Dana Ledoux Miller and David G. Derrick Jr. Talk ‘Moana 2’

The trio discusses Disney’s expansive new South Pacific animated musical adventure, in which Moana and demigod Maui reunite to answer a call from their ancestors, that just destroyed the all-time U.S. Thanksgiving box office record with a $225.2 million 5-day haul.

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Jobs ANIMATIONWorld

Creative Career Coach: Rejection Without Dejection

Everyone faces rejection, which is part of the career journey; it’s what you do after getting turned down that makes the difference.

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Kiss the Girl Headline News

Scene from ‘The Little Mermaid’ Teased at MTV Awards

Check out the first ever sneak peek of the iconic boat scene featuring a snippet of the song ‘Kiss the Girl’ before the film swims into theaters May 26, 2023.

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Favorable Tides Headline News

Official Character Posters Revealed for ‘The Little Mermaid’

Check out the first official still images of Flounder, Scuttle, Sebastian, Prince Eric, King Triton, Ursula and Ariel just in time to grab pre-sale tickets before the film swims into theaters May 26, 2023.

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The Ship Finally Sails Headline News

‘The Little Mermaid’ Official Trailer Makes Oscar Telecast Debut

Witness the impressive shot-for-shot trailer for the faithful upcoming adaptation of Disney’s classic animated musical starring Halle Bailey as Ariel; the film swims into theaters May 26.

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And Your Crab Can Sing! Headline News

Was First Look at Sebastian Discovered by Eagle-Eyed ‘The Little Mermaid’ Fans?

The feisty crab with a Jamaican accent appears to be modeled after his real-life counterpart in the live-action adaptation, departing from the cartoony style of the animated film.

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The Sea Witch Returns! Headline News

New ‘The Little Mermaid’ Teaser Reveals Ursula First Look

Melissa McCarthy is all cackles as the evil sea witch in the live-action adaptation of Disney’s classic animated musical that stars Halle Bailey as Ariel and swims into theaters May 26.

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Under the Sea Headline News

Walt Disney Studios Reveals ‘The Little Mermaid’ Poster

Helmed by Oscar-winning director Rob Marshall, the live-action adaption of Disney’s classic animated musical stars Halle Bailey as Ariel and arrives in theaters May 2023.

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Submit Your Work Headline News

SPARK ANIMATION Returns to Vancouver In-Person and Online

British Columbia’s only Oscar-accredited festival is back as a hybrid event, with an expansive program of talks, presentations, screenings, and career networking events, running October 27 – November 30; submissions still being accepted through September 16.

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Computer Graphics Society Headline News

2022 Spark Animation Festival Jury Announced

The annual event returns in-person as well as online, running October 27 to November 30; the deadline to submit films is September 16.

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Legends of Animation ANIMATIONWorld

A Conversation with John Musker

The legendary Disney writer and director, who’s currently serving as a Distinguished Artist in Residence at Dodge College of Film and Media Arts at Chapman University, talks about his 40-year career and the future of animation.

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People Headline News

Osnat Shurer to Present Disney’s ‘Raya and the Last Dragon’ at VIEW 2020

The Oscar-nominated ‘Moana’ producer will discuss Don Hall and Carlos López Estrada’s upcoming animated feature at the 21^st edition of annual conference, being held October 18-23, online and on-site in Torino, Italy.

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Annecy 2020 Headline News

Ron Clements and John Musker’s Annecy 2020 Masterclass Set for June 19

Live-streamed presentation by famed directors of ‘The Little Mermaid,’ ‘Aladdin,’ and ‘Moana’ will feature their Disney history and views on animation, past, present and future; event presented by ASIFA-Hollywood.

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Festivals Headline News

Jennifer Lee, Henry Selick and Dean DeBlois Headline Annecy 2020 Masterclass Program

Bruno Coulais, Chris Buck, Ron Clements, John Musker, Nick Park and Eric Darnell join a host of industry leaders headlining online festival’s selection of WIP, PREVIEW and Making Of presentations, running June 15-30.

Annie Awards Headline News

‘Klaus,’ ‘I Lost My Body,’ and ‘Love, Death & Robots’ Big Winners at 47th Annie Awards

Regina Pessoa’s ‘Uncle Thomas: Accounting for the Days’ wins for Best Animated Short; Netflix hauls in 18 Annies.

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Books ANIMATIONWorld

Book Review: On Animation: The Director’s Perspective Volumes 1 and 2

Bill Kroyer, Tom Sito and Ron Diamond’s expansive anthology is an intimate and comprehensive record of firsthand experiences from a ‘Who’s Who’ of top industry directors.

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Home Entertainment ANIMATIONWorld

Ron Clements and Mark Henn Reminisce About ‘The Little Mermaid’

30 years after its initial release, the film’s co-writer/director and supervising animator discuss the groundbreaking musical’s unique spot in Disney’s pantheon of classic animated features.