Digital Domain Adds Pete Dionne as Visual Effects Supervisor
The veteran VFX creative joins the studio after leading projects at Framestore, Method Studios and MPC, and will oversee work on an upcoming Warner Bros. feature.
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On the Road to the 98th Oscars: The Visual Effects Nominees
Take a deeper look at ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash,’ ‘F1: The Movie,’ ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth,’ ‘The Lost Bus,’ and ‘Sinners,’ all vying for the Best Visual Effects award on March 15.
In 3D, Awards, CG, Films, Guilds/Unions/Organizations, People, Visual Effects | VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Apple TV Drops ‘For All Mankind’ Season 5 Trailer
The 10-episode outing of the sci-fi space series continues its alt-history story in a new decade on Mars… and the locals are not happy; premieres March 27.
In 3D, Acting, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
The Routine, Relentless Craziness of James Cameron
Half measures are never an option for the prolific filmmaker, who shares insights into his expansive work on ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash,’ including the Ash Clan’s origins, Wind Traders mythology, Spider’s expanded arc, and collaboration between Wētā FX and ILM on 3,500 VFX shots for his second epic ‘Avatar’ sequel, which won a BAFTA yesterday and is nominated for multiple VES Awards and two Oscars.
JFX Appoints Ingo Putze and Jenn Epstein to Senior Creative Team
UK boutique VFX studio names Putze VFX Supervisor and Epstein Associate VFX Supervisor as it continues to expands following its 2025 launch.
‘Zootopia 2,’ ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Take Home BAFTA Wins
Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Frankenstein’ also nabs awards at yesterday’s 2026 EE British Academy Film Awards gala, along with ‘Boong’ and ‘Two Black Boys in Paradise.’
In 2D, 3D, Acting, Awards, Event, Films, Guilds/Unions/Organizations, People, Short Films, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: BAFTAs | Geographic Region: All, Europe
'KPop Demon Hunters' Dominates at 53rd Annual Annie Awards
Maggie Kang, Chris Appelhans and Netflix’s blockbuster feature took home 10 wins, including Best Feature, while ‘Arco’ won for Best Independent Feature; ‘Common Side Effects’ led all TV shows with 4 wins, followed closely by ‘Win or Lose’ and ‘Love, Death + Robots’ with 3 each, at the animation industry’s gala event held last night at Royce Hall in Los Angeles.
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Clear Angle Studios Acquires DI4D Technology, Launches TopoTrack Service
The leading 3D and 4D capture company has integrated DI4D’s facial imaging technology, introducing TopoTrack across its global infrastructure and appointing Dr. Colin Urquhart as Strategic Advisor.
In 3D, Business, CG, Films, Games, People, Technology, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
15 Scientific & Technical Achievements to be Honored at Academy Sci-Tech Awards
Ceremony, scheduled for April 28 at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, celebrates individuals and companies whose discoveries and innovations have contributed in significant and lasting ways to the motion picture industry.
In Awards, CG, Event, Films, Guilds/Unions/Organizations, People, Technology, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: Academy Awards | Geographic Region: All
From K-Pop to K-Dinos: ‘Armorsaurs’ Ramps Up U.S. K-Culture Fandom
The South Korean ‘Armored Saurus’ remake blends live-action, CG animation and visual effects into a new series about a team of heroic teen pilots and their armored dinosaurs fighting to save humanity; debuts February 18 on Disney+.
In 3D, Acting, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Foundry Acquires Griptape AI Orchestration Platform
Leading industry software developer completes deal for technology that helps users accelerate and expand secure, production-ready model integration across professional VFX and animation workflows.
In 3D, AI, Business, CG, People, Technology, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Lucasfilm Drops ‘Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Trailer and Images
We learn that it’s time for Grogu to strap in and save the snacks for after dinner; we’re one step closer to launch date for Jon Favreau’s new film, based on the hit Disney+ series 'The Mandalorian,' that blasts into theaters on May 22.
Hollywood Swiftly Condemns ByteDance’s Seedance 2.0 AI Video Creation Model
The Chinese tech giant today says it will strengthen safeguards to prevent unauthorized IP and likeness use, though how, and how quickly, were not announced.
Wētā FX Turns a Menacing Creature into a Leading Man in ‘Predator: Badlands’
VFX Supervisor Sheldon Stopsack and Animation Supervisor Karl Rapley detail the expressive facial animation breakthroughs on the badass Predator Dek, the challenges of conveying his emotions, plus how they created lethal vegetation and a huge regenerating monster, on 20th Century Studios’ hit ‘Predator’ franchise outing, debuting today on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+.
JALI Research to Present 3D Facial Animation Tools at 2026 HPA Tech Retreat
The Toronto-based developer will showcase automated facial animation workflows and audio-driven character performance systems during the February 15–19 industry gathering; CEO Sarah Watling will also moderate a February 17 Breakfast Roundtable.
In 3D, Business, CG, Event, People, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Cinesite Crafts Hybrid Animated Sequences for ‘The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants’
Enjoy the breakdown reel - the film’s 3 above-water sequences blend live-action environments with the iconic, stylized animation of ‘SpongeBob;’ include a ghostly Flying Dutchman prologue and 2 scenes set in Santa Monica.
‘Predator: Badlands’ Now Streaming on Hulu
The latest installment in the long-running sci-fi franchise hits the streamer today, extending the ‘Predator’ universe and mythology with new characters, creatures, and deadly terrain.
In 3D, Acting, CG, Digital Media, Films, Home Entertainment, People, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
47th Annual Telly Awards Final Entry Deadline Coming February 20
2026 season themed ‘Capture the Original’ introduces expanded categories across Animation, Generative AI and Creator spaces.
In 2D, 3D, Awards, Call for Entries, Commercials, Community Outreach, Digital Media, Films, Guilds/Unions/Organizations, Motion Graphics, Music Videos, Short Films, Television, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Netflix Releases ‘One Piece’ Season 2 Trailer, Sets Global Fan Events
Ahead of the hit live-action show’s March 10 return, the streamer has shared a video, images, and detailed a slate of global fan events supporting the second season debut.
‘Zootopia 2,’ ‘Sinners’ Take Top Honors at 16th Annual Lumiere Awards
‘Wicked: For Good,’ ‘Andor,’ ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash,’ and ‘Stranger Things’ also win at The Advanced Imaging Society celebration, often called the ‘Oscars for Geeks,’ held earlier this afternoon at the Beverly Hills Hotel.
In 3D, Awards, CG, Commercials, Digital Media, Event, Films, Immersive, Music and Sound, People, Technology, Television, Theme Parks - Installations, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: Lumiere Awards | Geographic Region: All
Shifting VFX Gears for ‘F1: The Movie’
Visual Effects Supervisor Ryan Tudhope produced 2,500 shots on Joseph Kosinski’s high-octane racing film, employing LiDAR-scanned track circuits, digitally re-skinned and augmented race cars, and tightly integrated practical photography to maintain realism at speed.
In Acting, CG, Digital Media, Films, People, Technology, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Watch: Refuge Braves the Post-Apocalypse ‘Fallout’ with Season 2 VFX
Studio delivers 192 shots, featuring exploding people, blood, guts, and lots of Radroaches, including 37 shots in Episode 101 and 39 in Episode 108, on the hit Prime Video sci-fi Western series.
In 3D, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Peacock Teases ‘The Miniature Wife’ Marital Dramedy
Elizabeth Banks and Matthew Macfadyen star in new series about spouses reshaping their relationship after an unfortunate technological accident; streams April 9.
In Acting, Books, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Netflix Drops Trailer for ‘The Dinosaurs’ Documentary Series
Steven Spielberg reunites with the team behind ‘Life on Our Planet’ and ILM to recreate prehistoric life, with big sharp pointy teeth, for the 4-part show; premieres March 6.
In 3D, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Our 2 Favorite Titans Return in ‘Monarch: Legacy of Monsters’ Season 2 Trailer
Godzilla, Kong, and unbeatable VFX are called upon once again to save humanity, this time to grapple with a newly uncovered monster that seems unstoppable – Titan X; new season debuts February 27 on Apple TV.
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Digital Domain Adds Pete Dionne as Visual Effects Supervisor
The veteran VFX creative joins the studio after leading projects at Framestore, Method Studios and MPC, and will oversee work on an upcoming Warner Bros. feature.
On the Road to the 98th Oscars: The Visual Effects Nominees
Take a deeper look at ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash,’ ‘F1: The Movie,’ ‘Jurassic World: Rebirth,’ ‘The Lost Bus,’ and ‘Sinners,’ all vying for the Best Visual Effects award on March 15.
In 3D, Awards, CG, Films, Guilds/Unions/Organizations, People, Visual Effects | VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Apple TV Drops ‘For All Mankind’ Season 5 Trailer
The 10-episode outing of the sci-fi space series continues its alt-history story in a new decade on Mars… and the locals are not happy; premieres March 27.
In 3D, Acting, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
The Routine, Relentless Craziness of James Cameron
Half measures are never an option for the prolific filmmaker, who shares insights into his expansive work on ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash,’ including the Ash Clan’s origins, Wind Traders mythology, Spider’s expanded arc, and collaboration between Wētā FX and ILM on 3,500 VFX shots for his second epic ‘Avatar’ sequel, which won a BAFTA yesterday and is nominated for multiple VES Awards and two Oscars.
JFX Appoints Ingo Putze and Jenn Epstein to Senior Creative Team
UK boutique VFX studio names Putze VFX Supervisor and Epstein Associate VFX Supervisor as it continues to expands following its 2025 launch.
‘Zootopia 2,’ ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash’ Take Home BAFTA Wins
Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Frankenstein’ also nabs awards at yesterday’s 2026 EE British Academy Film Awards gala, along with ‘Boong’ and ‘Two Black Boys in Paradise.’
In 2D, 3D, Acting, Awards, Event, Films, Guilds/Unions/Organizations, People, Short Films, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: BAFTAs | Geographic Region: All, Europe
'KPop Demon Hunters' Dominates at 53rd Annual Annie Awards
Maggie Kang, Chris Appelhans and Netflix’s blockbuster feature took home 10 wins, including Best Feature, while ‘Arco’ won for Best Independent Feature; ‘Common Side Effects’ led all TV shows with 4 wins, followed closely by ‘Win or Lose’ and ‘Love, Death + Robots’ with 3 each, at the animation industry’s gala event held last night at Royce Hall in Los Angeles.
In 2D, 3D, Awards, CG, Commercials, Digital Media, Event, Films, Guilds/Unions/Organizations, People, Post-production, Short Films, Television, Voice Acting, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: Annie Awards | Geographic Region: All
Clear Angle Studios Acquires DI4D Technology, Launches TopoTrack Service
The leading 3D and 4D capture company has integrated DI4D’s facial imaging technology, introducing TopoTrack across its global infrastructure and appointing Dr. Colin Urquhart as Strategic Advisor.
In 3D, Business, CG, Films, Games, People, Technology, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
15 Scientific & Technical Achievements to be Honored at Academy Sci-Tech Awards
Ceremony, scheduled for April 28 at the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures, celebrates individuals and companies whose discoveries and innovations have contributed in significant and lasting ways to the motion picture industry.
In Awards, CG, Event, Films, Guilds/Unions/Organizations, People, Technology, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: Academy Awards | Geographic Region: All
From K-Pop to K-Dinos: ‘Armorsaurs’ Ramps Up U.S. K-Culture Fandom
The South Korean ‘Armored Saurus’ remake blends live-action, CG animation and visual effects into a new series about a team of heroic teen pilots and their armored dinosaurs fighting to save humanity; debuts February 18 on Disney+.
In 3D, Acting, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Foundry Acquires Griptape AI Orchestration Platform
Leading industry software developer completes deal for technology that helps users accelerate and expand secure, production-ready model integration across professional VFX and animation workflows.
In 3D, AI, Business, CG, People, Technology, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Lucasfilm Drops ‘Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Trailer and Images
We learn that it’s time for Grogu to strap in and save the snacks for after dinner; we’re one step closer to launch date for Jon Favreau’s new film, based on the hit Disney+ series 'The Mandalorian,' that blasts into theaters on May 22.
Hollywood Swiftly Condemns ByteDance’s Seedance 2.0 AI Video Creation Model
The Chinese tech giant today says it will strengthen safeguards to prevent unauthorized IP and likeness use, though how, and how quickly, were not announced.
Wētā FX Turns a Menacing Creature into a Leading Man in ‘Predator: Badlands’
VFX Supervisor Sheldon Stopsack and Animation Supervisor Karl Rapley detail the expressive facial animation breakthroughs on the badass Predator Dek, the challenges of conveying his emotions, plus how they created lethal vegetation and a huge regenerating monster, on 20th Century Studios’ hit ‘Predator’ franchise outing, debuting today on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+.
JALI Research to Present 3D Facial Animation Tools at 2026 HPA Tech Retreat
The Toronto-based developer will showcase automated facial animation workflows and audio-driven character performance systems during the February 15–19 industry gathering; CEO Sarah Watling will also moderate a February 17 Breakfast Roundtable.
In 3D, Business, CG, Event, People, Technology | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Cinesite Crafts Hybrid Animated Sequences for ‘The SpongeBob Movie: Search for SquarePants’
Enjoy the breakdown reel - the film’s 3 above-water sequences blend live-action environments with the iconic, stylized animation of ‘SpongeBob;’ include a ghostly Flying Dutchman prologue and 2 scenes set in Santa Monica.
‘Predator: Badlands’ Now Streaming on Hulu
The latest installment in the long-running sci-fi franchise hits the streamer today, extending the ‘Predator’ universe and mythology with new characters, creatures, and deadly terrain.
In 3D, Acting, CG, Digital Media, Films, Home Entertainment, People, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
47th Annual Telly Awards Final Entry Deadline Coming February 20
2026 season themed ‘Capture the Original’ introduces expanded categories across Animation, Generative AI and Creator spaces.
In 2D, 3D, Awards, Call for Entries, Commercials, Community Outreach, Digital Media, Films, Guilds/Unions/Organizations, Motion Graphics, Music Videos, Short Films, Television, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Netflix Releases ‘One Piece’ Season 2 Trailer, Sets Global Fan Events
Ahead of the hit live-action show’s March 10 return, the streamer has shared a video, images, and detailed a slate of global fan events supporting the second season debut.
‘Zootopia 2,’ ‘Sinners’ Take Top Honors at 16th Annual Lumiere Awards
‘Wicked: For Good,’ ‘Andor,’ ‘Avatar: Fire and Ash,’ and ‘Stranger Things’ also win at The Advanced Imaging Society celebration, often called the ‘Oscars for Geeks,’ held earlier this afternoon at the Beverly Hills Hotel.
In 3D, Awards, CG, Commercials, Digital Media, Event, Films, Immersive, Music and Sound, People, Technology, Television, Theme Parks - Installations, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Special Events: Lumiere Awards | Geographic Region: All
Shifting VFX Gears for ‘F1: The Movie’
Visual Effects Supervisor Ryan Tudhope produced 2,500 shots on Joseph Kosinski’s high-octane racing film, employing LiDAR-scanned track circuits, digitally re-skinned and augmented race cars, and tightly integrated practical photography to maintain realism at speed.
In Acting, CG, Digital Media, Films, People, Technology, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Watch: Refuge Braves the Post-Apocalypse ‘Fallout’ with Season 2 VFX
Studio delivers 192 shots, featuring exploding people, blood, guts, and lots of Radroaches, including 37 shots in Episode 101 and 39 in Episode 108, on the hit Prime Video sci-fi Western series.
In 3D, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Peacock Teases ‘The Miniature Wife’ Marital Dramedy
Elizabeth Banks and Matthew Macfadyen star in new series about spouses reshaping their relationship after an unfortunate technological accident; streams April 9.
In Acting, Books, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Netflix Drops Trailer for ‘The Dinosaurs’ Documentary Series
Steven Spielberg reunites with the team behind ‘Life on Our Planet’ and ILM to recreate prehistoric life, with big sharp pointy teeth, for the 4-part show; premieres March 6.
In 3D, CG, Digital Media, People, Television, Visual Effects | Headline News, VFXWorld | Geographic Region: All
Our 2 Favorite Titans Return in ‘Monarch: Legacy of Monsters’ Season 2 Trailer
Godzilla, Kong, and unbeatable VFX are called upon once again to save humanity, this time to grapple with a newly uncovered monster that seems unstoppable – Titan X; new season debuts February 27 on Apple TV.
