With its roots dating back more than two decades, Women in Animation (WIA) was established in 1994 “to foster the dignity, concerns and advancement of women who are involved with any and all aspects of the industry and art of animation,” as its mission statement read at the time. Through networking and special events, the[…..] […]
In 2021, the RFF will be held in Asia, Latin America, Europe, and the CIS countries in the online format. ROSKINO, with the support of the Ministry of Culture of the Russian Federation, presents the annual Russian Film Festival, which aims to bring foreign viewers closer to the contemporary Russian cinematography ranging from feature films[…..] […]
The 24th Shanghai International Film Festival, China’s longest-running major cinema event, is set to return with a sizable in-person edition in June. The SIFF will run June 11 – 20, with its Golden Goblet awards ceremony to be held in person in Shanghai on June 19. This year, there is a significant Russian presence at[…..] […]
Tencent Video has tapped the kids and family distribution company as its global partner for its new original slapstick series The Adventure of Little Penguin outside of China Paris, June 15, 2021- SUPERIGHTS, the French-based distribution company has secured a global distribution agreement with the Chinese media giant for its dialogue free, slapstick series The[…..] […]
The Mise En Scene Company (MSC) signs world sales rights for Anchorage ahead of Cannes launch. Continuing its steady growth after its launch at AFM last November, MSC has today signed world rights to Anchorage ahead of Marche Du Cannes in July. Anchorage is the feature film directorial debut of Scott Monahan with screenplay penned[…..] […]
NTV announced at KEY BUYERS EVENT: digital a deal with Walter Presents. The company’s Murderous Fever will premiere on Walter Presents across six platforms internationally, being one of Russia’s first true-case investigative dramas to be streamed on top platforms as part of NTV’s global expansion strategy. The license covers the UK, USA, Canada, Australia, and[…..] […]
Superights is proud to announce the signing of three brand new distribution deals. The acquisition of these series aimed at both children and family demonstrates the dynamic expansion of Superights’ catalog. These three fresh, original, and engaging programs will fulfill the expectations of the company’s impressive portfolio of clients. Croco Doc (26 x 7′) In[…..] […]
Just in time for the 2021 Emmy season, we chat with acclaimed TV critic Robert Lloyd about the current state of TV animation and other toon-related topics. Animation Magazine: Looking back at 2020 and early 2021, can you tell us which new animated shows managed to impress you and why? Robert Lloyd: I have so[…..] […]
First esports tournaments and leagues qualify for simplified visa application process The German Esports Federation (eSport-Bund Deutschland, ESBD) and game – the German Games Industry Association have jointly announced the first esports tournaments and leagues for which professional esports players from third countries will be able to take advantage of a new, simplified visa application[…..] […]
2020 was a milestone year for Greek animation. In September 2020 on Syros island #Animasyros13live: The Phygital Edition and its Agora made history by launching Animasyros‘ collaboration with the Annecy International Animation Film Festival and its Market MIFA (Animation du Monde), which is the major international event in the field of professional animation. As part[…..] […]
