Tag: Tomm Moore
Illuminated Artistry: Ireland’s Cartoon Saloon Studio Marks 25 Years of Exquisite Animated Stories
In 1999, three bright-eyed, talented animation students in Ireland founded a studio. The plan was to experiment with it for a while, “then go...
‘Puffin Rock and the New Friends’ Makes NorAm Premiere at NYICFF, Sets Digital Debut
Families in the New York City area can celebrate St. Patrick’s Day as the first to see the new Irish animated movie Puffin Rock...
Mind Games Galore: A Preview of Next Week’s Ottawa Intl. Animation Festival
After returning to in-person activities last year, the Ottawa International Animation Festival (OIAF) has settled back into its annual routine. Last year’s OIAF was...
Cartoon Saloon’s ‘Puffin Rock’ Flock Migrates to the Big Screen!
It’s hard to believe, but it has been eight years since Irish animation powerhouse Cartoon Saloon introduced the world to Puffin Rock, a charming...
Cartoon Movie 2023: A Classy European Affair Turns 25
There are two universal truths about Cartoon Movie, the European animated feature confab which takes place March 7-9 in Bordeaux: There is something for...
‘Puffin Rock’ Movie Takes Flight at EFM, Starring Chris O’Dowd & Amy Huberman
Cartoon Saloon and Dog Ears' new animated feature film project Puffin Rock and the New Friends, based on the Irish studios' International Emmy-nominated preschool...
‘The Snail and the Whale’ Wins Double BAFTA Children’s Honors
BAFTA announced Sunday the winners of this year's BAFTA Children & Young People Awards. Hosted by TV and radio presenter Lindsey Russell, the awards...
Nominees Announced for 2022 BAFTA’s Children & Young People Awards
BAFTA has announced the nominations for this year's BAFTA Children & Young People Awards, which are returning for the first time in three years....
New ‘My Father’s Dragon’ Trailer Promises a Soaring, Magical Adventure for Families
Netflix conjured a magical mid-week treat for animation fans this morning when it unveiled fresh artwork and a brand-new trailer for My Father's Dragon, Oscar-nominated...
Guillermo del Toro’s ‘Pinocchio,’ ‘My Father’s Dragon’ Set BFI London Film Fest World Premieres
The 66th BFI London Film Festival (which takes place Oct. 5-16) has announced that it will premiere Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio and director Nora...
‘Belle Collector’s Edition’ Presents Acclaimed Hosoda Masterpiece in 4K Set
Belle, the fantastical, heartfelt story of growing up in the age of social media from the acclaimed Academy Award-nominated director Mamoru Hosoda and Studio...
Award-Winning Team Reimagining Tezuka’s ‘Unico’ Manga with Runaway Kickstarter Campaign
Gurihiru (the Eisner Award-winning artist team behind Superman Smashes the Klan and the highly anticipated Ultraman: Another Gene) and Samuel Sattin (the acclaimed novelist...
‘My Father’s Dragon’: Cast, First Look Revealed for Cartoon Saloon Netflix Film
In celebration of World Book Day this Saturday, Netflix unveiled the first look and cast of the upcoming animated feature My Father’s Dragon, from...
Annie Awards: ‘Arcane,’ ‘Mitchells’ Help Netflix Sweep 49th Edition
The 49th Annie Awards (annieawards.org) were held Saturday evening, with a star-studded virtual ceremony celebrating the year's best animation across 36 feature film, television,...
Hosoda’s Critically-Acclaimed ‘Belle’ Bows on Disc & Digital in May
From Academy Award-nominated director Mamoru Hosoda and Studio Chizu, creators of Mirai, Wolf Children and Summer Wars, comes Belle, a fantastical, heartfelt story of...
Welcome to the World of U: GKIDS Debuts ‘Belle’ Opening Scene
For fans seeking a mind-bending new animated world to explore, GKIDS has got you covered. The North American indie distributor has released the opening...
Coming Soon: Your Guide to 38 Animated Movies in 2022
Here is an early look at some of the promising animated releases that we hope to see in theaters and/or on the streamers next...
Global Event Updates: EFA Nominees, POFF’s Moomin Premiere, RTS Craft Nods & More
The nominees for the 34th European Film Awards (www.europeanfilmawards.eu/en_EN/the-show) were announced Tuesday, revealing the five animated features vying for a top prize this year....
Cartoon Saloon’s ‘Silly Sundays’ Coming to Cartoonito
WarnerMedia Kids & Family has greenlit Silly Sundays from Cartoon Saloon for its new Cartoonito preschool block on HBO Max and Cartoon Network. Created...
The Beauty and the Metaverse: Mamoru Hosoda on ‘Belle’
***This article originally appeared in the December '21 issue of Animation Magazine (No. 315)***
Considered to be his most ambitious and opulent film to date,...
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