Bill Kroyer, Tom Sito and Ron Diamond’s expansive anthology is an intimate and comprehensive record of firsthand experiences from a ‘Who’s Who’ of top industry directors.
The Misweant writes about a different labyrinth and definitely not those ‘Turtles;’ plus, with apologies to Rocket J. Squirrel, ‘that voice… where have I heard that voice?’
From ‘I Lost My Body’ to ‘The Swallows of Kabul,’ cultural, narrative and aesthetic diversity reign in this year’s expanded feature film competition.
AWN’s Miscweant examines the increasing sophistication of the technology powering the stop-motion studio’s fifth animated feature film, a globe-trotting adventure directed by Chris Butler.
In the absence of talking animals, director Tim Burton’s ‘Dumbo’ works in plot points and references to the original film in very clever ways that fans of the original will recognize without feeling forced.
Final Draft 11 was recently released and it's got some nice new features...
AWN’s Miscweant looks at the fascinating new documentary that begs the question of whether or not the iconic animation director will ever make another film.
AWN ‘s ‘Miscweant’ waxes nostalgic as he breaks down Disney’s return to the world of their 1964 classic, ‘Mary Poppins.’
AWN’s “Miscweant” shares his take on brand names, Disney Princesses and a refreshing break from clichéd buddy movies.
Masaaki Yuasa translates Tomihiko Morimi’s novel into an erratic and fluid feast for the eyes.
A magical story about adolescent love triangles, problems at home, stupid teenage boys and desires to break free and be something or someone else.
Memory is survival in Polygon Pictures and Hiroyuki Seshita’s worthy post-apocalyptic tale.
Paul Driessen's Golden Oldie ode to scribblers, The Writer (1988)
Heino Par's saucy and playful, Nail (1972)
Avoiding sequel-itis, Pixar’s latest is their best since ‘Inside Out.’
Lorelei Pepi's Grace (1998), a mesmerizing and mysterious poetic meditation on time, mortality, and the daily difficulty of just being.
Revisiting Georges Schwizgebel's classic, 78 Tours (1985)
David Barlow-Krelina's ode to sneezing, Bless You (2013)
Family, Rivalry, Rabbits, Buggers, Grief and 'The Sweater' (1980)
AWN’s resident Miscweant weighs in on the Home Entertainment release of Oscar-winning director Nick Park’s stop-motion football feature.
Roberto Catani's lucious 1998 short, 'La Sagra (Festival)'
Masaaki Yuasa’s beautifully animated Japanese tale of how a once-thought dangerous mermaid helps both a young man and an entire town discover new paths in life through honest communication.
A look back at Fran Krause's influential student film, Mister Smile (1999)
Ross Hogg talks about his newly (online) released short, Life Cycles (2017), a stellar and blunt depiction of modern monotony.
A dreamy Kei Oyama double bill featuring The Thaw (2004) and Consulation Room (2005)
Two parents’ sudden, heartbreaking loss becomes ours in Michael Govier and Will McCormack’s animated short that ultimately fulfills us with the healing power of hope.
Directors Pete Docter and Kemp Powers invite audiences to ponder their own life choices, forging a link between storyteller and spectator that reaffirms the emotional power of cinema.
This beautifully designed film, a story of conflict between civilization and nature, stands in defiance of individualism, reminding us that despite our own strength and resolve, we still need the energy and healing power of the community.
If the goal of the studio’s SparkShorts incubator program is to identify young artists who have directing potential, then producing this wonderful film was an overwhelming success.
Masaaki Yuasa’s latest film is an enjoyable tale of romance, grief, and self-discovery.
Great French animation again comes to New York City.
Makoto Shinkai’s latest is an aesthetically pleasing animated tapestry with characters and relationships that are funny, dramatic and real.
Bill Kroyer, Tom Sito and Ron Diamond’s expansive anthology is an intimate and comprehensive record of firsthand experiences from a ‘Who’s Who’ of top industry directors.
The Misweant writes about a different labyrinth and definitely not those ‘Turtles;’ plus, with apologies to Rocket J. Squirrel, ‘that voice… where have I heard that voice?’
From ‘I Lost My Body’ to ‘The Swallows of Kabul,’ cultural, narrative and aesthetic diversity reign in this year’s expanded feature film competition.
AWN’s Miscweant examines the increasing sophistication of the technology powering the stop-motion studio’s fifth animated feature film, a globe-trotting adventure directed by Chris Butler.
In the absence of talking animals, director Tim Burton’s ‘Dumbo’ works in plot points and references to the original film in very clever ways that fans of the original will recognize without feeling forced.
Final Draft 11 was recently released and it's got some nice new features...
AWN’s Miscweant looks at the fascinating new documentary that begs the question of whether or not the iconic animation director will ever make another film.
AWN ‘s ‘Miscweant’ waxes nostalgic as he breaks down Disney’s return to the world of their 1964 classic, ‘Mary Poppins.’
AWN’s “Miscweant” shares his take on brand names, Disney Princesses and a refreshing break from clichéd buddy movies.
Masaaki Yuasa translates Tomihiko Morimi’s novel into an erratic and fluid feast for the eyes.
A magical story about adolescent love triangles, problems at home, stupid teenage boys and desires to break free and be something or someone else.
Memory is survival in Polygon Pictures and Hiroyuki Seshita’s worthy post-apocalyptic tale.
Paul Driessen's Golden Oldie ode to scribblers, The Writer (1988)
Heino Par's saucy and playful, Nail (1972)
Avoiding sequel-itis, Pixar’s latest is their best since ‘Inside Out.’
Lorelei Pepi's Grace (1998), a mesmerizing and mysterious poetic meditation on time, mortality, and the daily difficulty of just being.
Revisiting Georges Schwizgebel's classic, 78 Tours (1985)
David Barlow-Krelina's ode to sneezing, Bless You (2013)
