Netflix partners with Kuku Studios to produce animated content
With loads of new interesting Netflix projects on track, here is an amazing update for animated movie lovers. Netflix has entered into an agreement with popular animation house Kuku Studios to produce animated films and series. For those of you, who are not very much aware of this studio name, you’ve already watched a few […]
One Small Step (2018) – An Award-Winning Animated Short
“One Small Step” is an amazing animated short film of just seven minutes runtime that has captured a child’s emotion, imagination, and dreams. No, this short film is not produced by any of the big animation studios like Disney or Pixar, yet the film pulls us to something that is at par with any popular […]
Flavors of Youth (Shikioriori) – Anime Anthology
Netflix has announced that it will stream the anthology animated film Shikioriori (Poem of Seasons Woven Together) international titled – Flavors of Youth starting August 4, 2018. Directed by Yoshitaka Takeuchi, Li Haoling, Jiaoshou Yi Xiaoxing, and produced by Noritaka Kawaguchi, the film will be premiered at Anime Expo in Los Angeles on July 6. […]
‘Weekends’ – A Hand-Drawn Animated Short Film
Directed by Canadian filmmaker Trevor Jimenez, who is also working in Pixar, Weekends follows a young boy who shuffles between the homes of his recently divorced parents. Set the 1980’s Toronto, the film is a hand-drawn animated film. The film is animated and presented in such a way that it brings out emotions and the […]
In a Heartbeat – Oscar shortlisted animated short film
In a Heartbeat is one of the ten shortlisted animated short films for 2018 Oscars. Created by Esteban Bravo and Beth David, and produced at Ringling College of Art and Design, the film is now loved by many for its sweet message of love and friendship. In a Heartbeat follows Sherwin, a middle school boy […]
Mary and The Witch’s Flower – Studio Ponoc Brings Ghibli Signature
Studio Ponoc’s debut animated film Mary and The Witch’s Flower promises high with Studio Ghibli marks all over. The first English language trailer of the film released recently shows glimpses of Ghibli’s magic that we have experienced over the years. Based on British author Mary Stewart’s 1971 children’s book ‘The Little Broomstick,’ Mary and […]
Ventana invites you to the dream world of Disney
Watch Ventana – a beautiful short film created by Walt Disney Animation Studios Summer Interns 2017. In the world of animation, one name stands tall and i.e. Disney. The Walt Disney Animation Studios has been known for its motion pictures that are benchmarks in setting standards for animation. The Talent Development program in Disney gives […]
Studio Ghibli series Ronja, the Robber’s Daughter
A new Studio Ghibli series is soon coming to Amazon Prime. Called Ronja, the Robber’s Daughter, this new original Amazon TV series was originally aired in Japan back in 2014. This series is directed by Hayao Miyazaki’s son, Goro Miyazaki, who also directed two films: Tales from Earthsea (2006) and From Up on Poppy Hill […]
Whisper of the Heart – Written by Hayao Miyazaki
Whisper of the Heart in Japanese Mimi wo Sumaseba, which literally means If You Listen Closely, tells the story of Shizuku Tsukishima, a junior-high school student who is struggling to find out who she is. The movie takes you on a journey through her imagination and daily life as she makes decisions that will ultimately […]
‘Children Who Chase Lost Voices’ (2011) – Makato Shinkai’s Vision is Gorgeous as Miyazaki
The 2011-released Japanese animated film is directed by Makoto Shinkai who draws his inspiration from none other than the acclaimed film director, animator, and masterful storyteller Hayao Miyazaki. We have found multiple titles for this beautiful film, including the original ‘Hoshi wo Ou Kodomo’, Children who Chase Lost Voices from Deep Below, and ‘Journey to […]