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Hi everyone! I’m developing an animated multiverse comedy series called The Naija Kids
The show follows ten Nigerian‑American siblings living in Queens whose scientist parents invent the QUADNAV, a machine that lets them travel to alternate realities (superhero worlds, zombie apocalypses, anime unive...
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Kevin Jackson I saw this!!! I got chills. Seriously, this looks so good! I cannot wait to see it. Thanks for posting Kevin!
SIN NOMBRE – When the Mastermind Has No Name
I’m developing an animated feature idea and would love to hear the thoughts of fellow animation writers, directors, and creators.
The concept begins with a group of very human characters who are recruited for what appears to be an impossible operation.
They...
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I'm a Nigerian...
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Hi Chiebonam,
Thank you very much for reaching out and for your kind words about SIN NOMBRE. I’m glad the concept caught your attention.
I’d be happy to connect and learn more about you and your work. P...
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Hi Emil, I really appreciate what you shared about persistence and building genuine relationships. I'm also developing a feature film called BLOOD THRUST, and I'm currently looking to connect with fil...
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We've made it to DreamWorks, and we're starting with a matchup between two very different animated adventures.
#1 The Prince of Egypt vs. #8 The Road to El Dorado
On one side, The Prince of Egypt — epic scale, powerful music, stunning animation, and one of DreamWorks' most ambitious films.
On the other...
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Prince of Egypt. Sweeping, majestic landscapes and a heroes journey that is undeniably rich and multilayered. The background music keeps you grounded in action and elevates the movie. It is a film that is timeless.
Thank you for everyone who voted! The Prince of Egypt appears to be the Winner of this weeks Dreamworks round 1. Unless anyone else can present an argument for El Dorado?
THE PRINCE OF EGYPT is an unquestionable masterpiece, and I want that on the record before I say anything else.
But I'm going with THE ROAD TO EL DORADO, because rewatchability has to count for somethi...
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Ashley Renée Smith That’s a great point about rewatchability. The Prince of Egypt is the film I admire more, but El Dorado may be the one that’s easier to throw on again and again. I hadn’t really con...
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The Road to El Dorado - characters/relationships over spectacle every time. I still quote The Emperor's New Groove, and it's just a series of gags supporting two fantastic "buddy" relationships.
What's more important: an instantly recognizable character design or an unforgettable personality?
Kevin Jackson Great Question! A characters design is important. But, if the audience can't connect with the character, there is a much bigger issue at work here. This is simply my opinion, but the bes...
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I think both are important, but I think an unforgettable personality is more important, Kevin Jackson. And I think a reader/audience will remember the character more because of the personality....
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We’ve made it to our fourth and final region!
This bracket celebrates animated films that stand apart through distinctive visual styles, filmmaking approaches, and storytelling traditions. And we're starting with two films that helped prove just how far animated filmmaking can be pushed visually.
(1)...
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Have you been pitching your animation project?
And I don't mean thinking about pitching it, tweaking the deck for the 47th time, or waiting until everything is “perfect.” Have you actually put your project in front of producers, studios, investors, broadcasters, streamers, or potential partners? If y...
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I'm taking an indefinite break from pitching as I focus on actually getting some writing done (as well as improving my skills).
I'm just focusing on writing more animation pilots involving bipedal animals. I'm considering doing a space opera like Star Wars based philosophy featuring seven foxes based on a rainbow. But it takes...
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Maurice Vaughan Thank you for mentioning and I purchased the free webinar. Now I can focus on that webinar either shortly or sooner.
You're welcome, @Chase. Hope you feel better soon and that webinar helps you with your pitches!
Hello everyone,
I’m present you new visual logo of my animation serie project Star Galaxy. What do you think about it. For more information about the project, you can check out my profile.
Every comment is welcome
Hey Michel, this is Suzanne from the Stage 32 team. I just wanted to let you know I moved your post from Acting to Animation, as it fits much better there. Let me know if you have any questions, and all the best to you!
Alright. Thanks
Hey Michel Badohun
this look good, I am an animator as well, I would love to connect with you
Alright. It's with pleasure
On tonight's episode of "How Freaking Sheltered IS Banafsheh?!?"... ;P
I started watching South Park at long last lol. I'm only about halfway through the first season but I'm digging it and know I wouldn't've appreciated it back when I was younger half as much as I do now.
There's something so charmin...
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A low-budget animated film about a cow called Niu Lai somehow went from barely making an impact at the box office to becoming a viral sensation in China. Now theaters are adding screenings and because the film didn’t even have an official press kit, some theaters are literally drawing their own post...
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There are cows on the farm behind ours, but none like Niu Lai. They just give milk.
As for releasing the thing, I know a certain show which is ready to make its way out into the world. It has been planned and developed and progressed incredibly. I am certainly not scared.
I may be stepping into a whole new world, and I want to know what am I getting into?
I've reached an interesting crossroads with my animated feature, STARWING.
I've spent a lot of time approaching managers, producers, and industry professionals, and I've realized something: I don't want to spend the r...
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Paul Hikari I see, so AI can provide a way to bring a story to life with second-rate results, perhaps for planning or my idea would be a proof of concept, but not for a professional production release...
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No, not for proof of concept. People will take one look at that and reject it.
Paul Hikari So not for validation - for my personal pleasure and creative journey to see it come to life, not to convince the industry of it's value because that is the only resource that I have witho...
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Amy Wilhelm Let me be frank with you, I'm neither for nor against AI. I see AI like fast food. It's doesn't beat a well-cooked meal, but it is something people will consume in a pinch. I have seen som...
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Kevin Jackson Kevin, I really appreciate your extensive knowledge and the specific details you shared regarding AI animation and its current acceptance within the industry.
Honestly, I see the audience...
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