Variety

Filmmakers Behind Oscar-Nominated Animated Features Explain Why They’re Drawn to 2D

As the nominees for the animated feature Oscar were unveiled this year, one thing was clear: 2D and 2D-influenced animated films are dominating awards season. Among this year’s nominees, “The Boy and ...
Yahoo

Here's how to choose the best animation styles

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Creators of the best animation Oscar contenders reveal the creative tricks and techniques behind their films

Credit: Disney / Netflix / Nathan Engelhardt and Jeremy Spears / Antidote Films / Melnitsa Animation and Polydont Films Oscars month has arrived, and there are just two days before voting ends on ...
IndieWire

‘Inside Out 2’ Scene Stealers Bloofy and Pouchy Are Pixar’s First 2D Movie Characters

Pixar tells IndieWire about the retro opportunities of exploring the dog and fanny pack stars of the fictional preschool show "Bloofy's House." It’s been a long time coming, but Pixar has finally ...
IndieWire

With Its Revival of 2D, ‘Wish’ Became a ‘Gateway Drug’ for Young Disney CG Animators

With “Wish,” Disney Animation celebrates its 100th anniversary by merging the 2D legacy of watercolor background paintings (dating back to “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs”) with cutting-edge CG. The ...