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Zarafa Animated Film – 2012 Berlin International Festival
Jan 13th
Check out the world premiere of the French-Belgian animated feature film entitled Zarafa which is part of the Berlin International Festival starting February 9 through 19, 2012. Zarafa is a hand-drawn feature by writer/director Remi Bexancon and animator Jean-Christophe Lie they join forces to tell the story of the friendship between a young boy and a baby giraffe in Africa. The film is set to open in France on February 8, 2012. Zarafa is produced by Prima Linea Productions and Chaocorps and distributed by Pathe.
Tom Hanks Playtone Electric City Yahoo Web-Series This Spring
Jan 9th
Tom Hanks and Yahoo have teamed up to produce an all new animated web-series called Electric City set to debut this spring. Electric City will also be equipped with interactive features and social media connectivity. The plot follows a civilization of the future with a post-apocalyptic landscape tackling issues like energy and crime. Tom Hanks company Playtone contributes to writing and producing the web-series along with Hanks being the voice of the lead character in the series.
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Leaf Men by William Joyce – Blue Sky Studios – May 24, 2012
Dec 29th
If you had not heard earlier this year there was a war of studios Pixar and it’s underdog Blue Sky Studios were fighting for the rights to adapt the popular children’s book The Leaf Men and the Brave Good Bugs written and illustrated by William Joyce into a 3D animated film. Pixar fell short and Ice Age’s Chris Wedge will next direct Leaf Men with finance through Fox Animation and production from Blue Sky Studios.
The Leaf Men book follows a troop of bugs that try to save a garden from an evil spider queen. The bugs turn to a mythical Leaf Men to help them win the battle. The book is known for its vibrant and detailed illustrations so I can’t wait to see how the animation will turn out.
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DreamWorks Animation Rise of the Guardians 2012
Dec 26th
DreamWorks Animation next Winter will take you a magical epic adventure uniting a group of immortal heroes called the Guardians with their extraordinary abilities they must fight off the evil spirit Pitch aka the Bogeyman whose plans are to take over the world. The Guardians Santa Claus, the Easter Bunny, the Tooth Fairy, Jack Frost and the Sandman will join forces for the first time in history to protect the hopes and beliefs of the children of the mortal world. Rise of the Guardians hits theaters November 21, 2012 is directed by Peter Ramsey and William Joyce.
Kinect Rush: A Disney Pixar Adventure
Dec 26th
Kinect Rush for Xbox 360 takes you on a fantastic animated adventure to the Disney Pixar world in the new interactive roll-playing video-game! bringing to life 5 exciting Pixar stories wrapped in to an experience full of fantasy and excitement the whole family can enjoy! check out the latest intro trailer for Kinect Rush: A Disney Pixar Adventure!
The Smurfs Christmas Carol Blu-Ray
Dec 1st
Amazon is offering a great gift idea celebrate the holidays with The Smurfs! Columbia Pictures and Sony Animation presents to you The Smurfs: A Christmas Carol on Blu-Ray DVD set for release tomorrow (December 2, 2012)…or you can be ahead be sure to get your copy and pre-order it tonight! The DVD is packed with your little blue buddies as they celebrate the Blue Moon Festival which only happens once a year. Evil Gargamel is plotting to use his black magic to capture the happiness of The Smurfs. But something goes terribly wrong a vortex suddenly opens up and sucks Papa, Grouchy, Smurfette, Brainy, Gutsy, and Clumsy Smurf into the middle of New York City, along with Gargamel. No spoilers here you will have to pick up the DVD to find out what happens next!
Alvin And The Chipmunks Chipwrecked Build A Bear Workshop
Nov 27th
Celebrate online buying this holiday season with Build A Bear Workshop the company is teaming up with your favorite Munks Alvin and the Chipmunks to promote its lasted animated comedy Chipwrecked which sinks into theaters December 16, 2011. This action packed comedy is Based on the characters by Ross Bagdasarian, Jr. and Janice Karman. Now you can own your very own soft plushie featuring the Alvin, Simon, Theodor, Brittany, Jennette and Elenore in the beach wear attire. These dolls are exclusive to Build A Bear Workshop and are in limited quantity since they are here only to promote the new Chipwrecked movie. The Stuffed dolls are appropriate for all ages and will make a great holiday gift this season!
Mickey Mouse and his pals Visit New York City Time Sqare
Nov 24th
Disney brings the magic of wonders to New York City;s Time Square this holiday season with Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck and the rest of the gang in a fantastic adventure to create a memorable experience with new and old friends. Check out this great video the Walt Disney Company has put together showing the joy and excitement that Disney magic gives to everyone.
Macy’s 85th Thanksgiving Day Parade NYC Tim Burton “B” Balloon 2011
Nov 24th
Highlighting the 85th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade NYC. Tim Burton will be introducing one of his twisted characters “B” boy who is stitched together from the used birthday balloons left over from the many children’s parties that took place on the upper floors of London’s Great Ormond Street Hospital. B. boy came out having pointed teeth and uneven stitches and was not allowed to play with the children at the hospital. With his spirit deflated, B. withdrew to his room and watched his favorite film ‘The Red Balloon.’ Hoping one day he too would be able to fly above the city and bring joy to one small child. Today is his day!
Macys 2011 85th Thanksgiving Parade
Nov 23rd
When: November 24
Where: New York City – Herald Square; National Telecast on NBC
The Macys Thanksgiving day parade is celebrating its 85th anniversary this year, over 3 million people will line up in the streets of New York starting at Herald Square and 50 million people who tune into NBC on November 24, 2011. To watch the one-of-a-kind floats, giant balloon floats of some of the most popular cartoon, comic and movie mascots, this year the parade introduces a few characters to the event from likes and works of mastermind Tim Burton and video game companies like Sega. Stay posted we will have a full coverage of every cartoon animated themed balloon from the event.
