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Okay, this is kind of old news, but we haven't posted it here before so I thought I'd share anyway. Joe Pittnot-so-recently shared a bit about his experience developing the world, look, and (quite unusual for a film) the game-play surrounding the main characters of Disney's upcoming Wreck-It Ralph. It's a quick, interesting read. I especially like the way he appreciates the genius of good game art and design. While there might be some basis to the stigma of games being second-rate artistically, compared to film, a closer look reveals much to admire and respect.
When they showed this video at last August's D23 (Disney Fan Club) Expo they did so using this retro-licious arcade cabinet:
The video below is as much an homage to classic arcade games of the 80's as it is an introduction to the characters of the film.
For the classic this week we go back to 1932 and Disney's Flowers and Trees. With the Academy Awards closing in on us once again I thought it might be nice to take a look back and see what has won the golden statue in past years. The Academy Award For Animated Short Film has been handed out starting in 1931-32 to present day. Flowers and Trees won the 1st Oscar for it, beating out Mickey's Orphans and It's Got Me Again (Leon Schlesinger Productions).
Wednesday, Jan 25, 2012
Celebration
By Richard Willimot
"Animators are actors with a pencil." or a computer as the case now may be. Inside The Actors Studio has been able to interview some of the best actors and directors of our time. And while they may not be animators, their passion for the art of acting is contagious.
Monday, Jan 23, 2012
Juggling
By Richard Willimot
Came across this amazing interview with legendary Animator Eric Goldberg this week. Some real insights into his personal life and how he's been able to juggle work,life and a wife.
Have a great week and Happy Animating!
Friday, Jan 20, 2012
Classic Cartoon Friday
By Richard Willimot
For the classic this week we give a nod to the rerelease of Beauty and the Beast 1991. Based on a traditional French fairytale,Disney attempted to make it into a film after the success of Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. They tried in both the 1930s and 1950s but it proved to be a challenge for the story team.
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