Disney Leads Animated PGA Nominations
‘Finding Dory,’ ‘Kubo and the Two Strings,’ ‘Moana,’ ‘The Secret Life of Pets’ and ‘Zootopia’ receive nominations for outstanding producer of animated theatrical motion pictures.
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‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ Headed for Japan Release
GAGA Corporation to distribute LAIKA’s Golden Globe-nominated animated film in Japanese theaters in 2017.
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WATCH: New Featurette Delves into the VFX of LAIKA’s ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
New video spotlights the water effects created for LAIKA head Travis Knight’s directorial debut shortlisted in this year's VFX Oscar race.
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‘From Coraline to Kubo: A Magical LAIKA Experience’ Returning to Universal Studios Hollywood
Back by popular demand, ‘From Coraline to Kubo: A Magical LAIKA Experience’ returns to Universal Studios Hollywood for a limited holiday engagement; special interactive experience runs December 21 through January 15.
AWN Giveaway: Win ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ on Blu-ray!
Stunning stop-motion/CG-animated feature from LAIKA Animation Studios lands on Blu-ray from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment on November 22.
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LAIKA’s ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ Available on Blu-ray November 8
From Universal Studios Home Entertainment, LAIKA Animation Studios’ ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ heads home packed with extras on Digital HD, Blu-Ray Combo Pack and DVD on November 22.
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2016 Animation Hall of Fame Award Recipients Announced
Fifth annual gala event will honor Cartoon Network’s founding president Betty Cohen, ‘Fairly OddParents’ creator Butch Hartman, Nelvana and Teletoon founder Michael Hirsh, LAIKA president and CEO Travis Knight, VFX visionary Ellen Poon, and Cyber Group Studios chairman & CEO Pierre Sissmann.
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Gallery Nucleus Hosting LAIKA 10-Year Anniversary Exhibition & Halloween Party
LAIKA 10-Year Anniversary Exhibition & Halloween Party kicks off Saturday, October 29; artist panel for ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ to be held Saturday, November 5.
‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ Set for November 22 Blu-ray Release
LAIKA’s latest stop-motion feature arrives on digital HD November 8, 2016 and on Blu-ray combo pack and DVD November 22, 2016.
Travis and the Two Strings
AWN’s resident Miscweant questions LAIKA chief Travis Knight about his directorial debut, ‘Kubo and the Two Strings,’ his approach to filmmaking, and his roots in stop-motion animation.
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Travis Knight Talks ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
LAIKA’s CEO slides into the director’s chair to helm the studio’s stunning new stop-motion/CG hybrid animated feature.
Watch Two New Clips from LAIKA’s ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
Discover some of the many worlds Kubo encounters in LAIKA head Travis Knight’s directorial debut, an epic action-adventure set in a fantastical Japan.
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Regina Spektor Gently Weeps for LAIKA’s ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
Stirring music video features Regina Spektor’s performance of the classic George Harrison song, ‘While My Guitar Gently Weeps,’ from the ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ Original Motion Picture Soundtrack.
AWN Exclusive: Travis Knight’s Unique Approach to Stop-Motion Storytelling
LAIKA chief Travis Knight discusses his directorial debut, ‘Kubo and the Two Strings,’ and his passion for stop-motion animation as a storytelling medium and art form.
LAIKA’S ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ Pop-Up Exhibit Launches August 13
Coinciding with the start of Nisei Week festivities, ‘The Artistry of Kubo: A Magical LAIKA Experience’ exhibit at the Japanese American National Museum in Downtown Los Angeles’ Little Tokyo to feature puppets, origami, costumes, monsters and more.
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‘From Coraline to Kubo: A Magical LAIKA Experience’ Launches at Universal Studios Hollywood
‘From Coraline to Kubo: A Magical LAIKA Experience’ exhibit at Universal Studios Hollywood’s Globe Theatre runs August 5-14.
Explore the World of ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ with New Interactive Map
Social media campaign for LAIKA’s most ambitious film to date includes an innovative mix of Instagram grids, story-based video loops, and an annotated and interactive map of Kubo’s journey.
WATCH: New Featurettes Delve into the Mythology of ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
New behind-the-scenes videos from LAIKA's forthcoming stop-motion/CG-animated hybrid feature includes commentary from director Travis Knight and voice talent Charlize Theron and Matthew McConaughey.
‘From Coraline to Kubo: A Magical LAIKA Experience’ Launches August 5
Special event taking place at Universal Studios Hollywood’s Globe Theatre August 5-14 will showcase the evolution of LAIKA’s unique blend of handcrafted stop-motion animation and visual effects magic in an extensive display of original sets, puppets and props.
Laika Studio Site Visit: ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
Low-profile Portland studio houses unique collection of technophiles working alongside luddites, all eclectic artists who together produce beautifully idiosyncratic stop-motion feature films.
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New Clip & Motion Poster Released for ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
Marking the directorial debut of LAIKA head Travis Knight, stop-motion/CG-animated hybrid feature is based on a story by Google Spotlight Stories animator Shannon Tindle.
Spectacular Final Trailer Unveiled for LAIKA’s ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
New trailer for LAIKA CEO Travis Knight’s stop-motion/CG-animated directorial debut reveals more of the mythical Japanese folk tale underpinning Kubo’s story.
Focus Features Unveils New Trailer & Art for LAIKA’s ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
New trailer and art work for the stop-motion/CG-animated hybrid feature unveils more of Kubo’s world, including the snowy tundra of The Ice Fields, the mysterious Garden of Eyes, The Hall of Bones, and The Far Lands.
New Trailer for LAIKA’s ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’ is Truly Stunning
New trailer for the stop-motion/CG-animated hybrid feature showcases dramatic camera work, elaborate visuals and epic-scale storytelling.
WATCH: New Trailer Arrives for LAIKA’s ‘Kubo and the Two Strings’
First full trailer for stop-motion/CG-animated hybrid action-adventure set in mythic Japan sees Kubo join forces with friendly faces like Monkey and Beetle as he battles with threats such as the Moon King and the twin Sisters.
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