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9 March 2022

A Spotlight On… Lupus Films: 20 Years of Enchantment

This month, we interviewed Camilla Deakin and Ruth Fielding, founders of Lupus Films. To celebrate the company's 20th anniversary, we spoke about where it all began, what makes Lupus Films special and what the future holds for the team.

8 March 2022

The Children’s Media Conference Returns to Sheffield for Hybrid Event

2 March 2022

Jellyfish Pictures set to grow with investment from KCP

Private Equity house, Key Capital Partners (KCP) , has completed a minority investment into Jellyfish Pictures.

10 February 2022

Aardman Receives Oscar Nomination

Aardman Animation's stop motion musical short Robin Robin has been nominated for Best Animated Short Film at the Oscars®.

31 January 2022

A Spotlight On… DNEG: Real Time Technology, Upcoming Projects and Going Public

This month we interviewed Chris Burn, General Manager at DNEG. We discussed advancements in technology, how they adapted during the pandemic and find out more about DNEG becoming a publicly traded company.

Statement from Animation UK: Young Audiences Content Fund

In response to the decision by Government not to continue the Young Audiences Content Fund, Animation UK expresses disappointment and calls for a reversal of the decision and an urgent review of children’s content and investment options.

27 January 2022

A Productions acquired by Cyber Group

Animation producer/distributor, Cyber Group Studios, has acquired a majority ownership stake in UK animation house, A Productions.    

17 January 2022

WarnerMedia Kids & Family Acquires Animated Series Dodo from CAKE for HBO Max

Based on Jack Bennett’s Award-winning Animated Short, the Relatable Comedy for Kids Explores the Awkward Middle School Years

14 January 2022

CAKE SECURES UK DEAL FOR TISH TASH

In August 2021, leading kids’ entertainment specialist CAKE announced a UK deal for 2D animated pre-school series Tish Tash.

13 January 2022

CAKE SIGNS NEW SEASON OF KIRI AND LOU WITH CBEEBIES

Leading kids’ entertainment specialist CAKE announced in June that CBeebies have pre-bought the latest season of Kiri and Lou following the series’ strong premiere on the channel last year.

11 January 2022

DNEG Deep Dive

Tune into the #DeepDive to be inspired and learn first-hand how a crew of talented artists, producers and technicians tackled the creative and technical challenges of making their first animated movie.

10 January 2022

Kidscreen Live Event Postponed until July 2022

Kidscreen Summit Virtual still taking place from March 7 to 11, providing industry connection opportunities in the interim.

Riverdance: The Animated Adventure arrives on Netflix on January 14th

It’s official! Aniventure's first feature film Riverdance: The Animated Adventure is coming to Netflix on January 14th 2022!

5 January 2022

CINESITE REUNITES WITH MGM TO DELIVER THE ADDAMS FAMILY SEQUEL

Cinesite’s breakdown showreel and still images reveal the creation of the sequel from storyboarding and design through to final render.

4 January 2022

THE CHILDREN’S MEDIA CONFERENCE’S EDITORIAL DIRECTOR GREG CHILDS AWARDED OBE

The Children’s Media Conference (CMC) is delighted to announce that its Editorial Director Greg Childs has been awarded an OBE for Services to International Trade and the Children’s Media Sector in the Queen’s New Year’s Honours List

13 December 2021

UK Animation industry sees huge boost in film production

TODAY, the BFI has released vital new research demonstrating the positive impact of tax relief on output across the screen industries. 

19 November 2021

Tinmouse Launches The Good Hour

As part of Tinmouse's company mission to do good, they will be launching The Good Hour on November 19th.

18 November 2021

Five years for one Good Hour: Turning an Animation Studio into a Force for Good

Shouldn’t we all be using our businesses for good, thinking about the bigger picture? It has taken 5 years to get here, but Tinmouse is now on track to be more than just an animation studio.

2 November 2021

WILDBRAIN’S TELETUBBIES GET READY TO RAVE WITH NEW MUSIC ALBUM READY, STEADY, GO!

Live-action videos and full-length album created and produced by WildBrain Spark’s digital studios launching on YouTube and digital music streaming platforms.