Mark Kermode reviews Venom: The Last Dance – Kermode and Mayo’s Take

In Venom: The Last Dance, Tom Hardy returns as Venom, one of Marvel’s greatest and most complex characters, for the final film in the trilogy. Eddie and Venom are on the run. Hunted by both of their worlds and with the net closing in, the duo are forced into a devastating decision that will bring the curtains down on Venom and Eddie’s last dance.

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Godzilla: 70 Years Strong

Celebrate 70 years of Godzilla, from its humble beginnings in 1954 to its groundbreaking cinematic spectacles of today. With each roar and devastating stomp, Godzilla has shattered the boundaries of imagination and inspired a community of filmmakers, artists, and fans. Smashing box office records and earning ever increasing critical acclaim, Godzilla continues to establish itself as the King of the Monsters. Long live the King!

Devastated after the Second World War, Japan faces a new threat: Godzilla. How can the country confront this impossible situation? See the roaringly entertaining prequel in black-and-white.

AM 3. November kommt „Godzilla Minus One/Minus Color auch in Deutschland in die Kinos anläßlich des 70. Geburtstags – Hier alle Termine:

https://godzilla-minus-one.de/

Towers of Aghasba – Gameplay Showcase + Release Date Announcement | PS5 Games

The adventure is almost here! Towers of Aghasba is set to launch on PlayStation 5 on November 19, 2024, inviting players into a vast and breathtaking world filled with mystery and life.

As the junior architect of the Shimu people, you’ll take on the task of rebuilding your civilization and restoring ecosystems devastated by the mysterious force known as the Withered. Explore the sweeping landscapes of Aghasba, scale massive mountains, and uncover the hidden wonders of this immersive world.

Prepare to embark on this epic journey when Towers of Aghasba releases on PS5 this November 19, 2024. Be ready to shape the future of a fallen world!

Making Of THE WILD ROBOT (2024) – Best Of Behind The Scenes & Talk With Chris Sanders | UPI

„The Wild Robot“ (2024) Making Of | Behind The Scenes | Interview With Director Chris Sanders, Animation Artists, Lupita Nyong’o, Kit Connor & Pedro Pascal | Creating The World | Voice Actor Clips | On Set Voice Cast Bloopers | Behind The Animations | Creating The World | Storyboards | Drawings | Funny Cast Moments | Outtakes | Hinter den Kulissen | Universal Pictures | Dreamworks Animation

Disney+: An Almost Christmas Story | Official Trailer | Premieres Nov. 15 On Disney+

BURBANK, Calif. (Oct. 14, 2024)– Disney Branded Television announced that “An Almost Christmas Story,” directed by David Lowery and produced by five-time Academy Award® winner Alfonso Cuarón, will premiere Nov. 15 on Disney+.

“An Almost Christmas Story” is the third and final installment in Cuarón’s holiday shorts collection for Disney+. His first short, “Le Pupille,” earned an Oscar® nomination in 2022, and last year’s “The Shepherd” was shortlisted, both in the Live Action Short Film category.

Directed by David Lowery

„An Almost Christmas Story“ follows Moon, a curious young owl who unexpectedly finds himself stuck in a Christmas tree destined for Rockefeller Plaza. In his attempts to escape the bustling city, Moon befriends a lost little girl named Luna. Together, they embark on a heartwarming adventure, discovering the magic of the holiday season and forming an unlikely bond as they journey back home to their parents.

“An Almost Christmas Story” starts streaming, November 15 on Disney+.

https://www.imdb.com/title/tt33395815/?language=de-de

“An Almost Christmas Story” is inspired by the true events of a tiny owl rescued from the New York City’s Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in 2020. The short’s trailer reveals Moon, a curious young owl who unexpectedly finds himself stuck in a Christmas tree destined for Rockefeller Plaza. In his attempts to escape the bustling city, Moon befriends a lost little girl named Luna. Together, they embark on a heartwarming adventure, discovering the magic of the holiday season and forming an unlikely bond as they journey back home to their parents.

The animated short is completing a film festival circuit including Hamptons International Film Festival, Santa Fe International Film Festival, Chicago International Film Festival, Morelia International Film Festival, Montclair Film Festival, Animation Is Film, São Paulo International Film Festival, SPARK Animation Festival, World Animation Summit and Bogotá Short Film Festival – BOGOSHORTS.

The talented voice cast includes Cary Christopher as Moon, newcomer Estella Madrigal as Luna, Jim Gaffigan as Papa Owl, Mamoudou Athie as Pelly, Alex Ross Perry as Dave The Dog, Gianna Joseph as Peaky, Phil Rosenthal as Punt, with Natasha Lyonne as Pat and John C. Reilly as The Folk Singer, who performs four songs in the short, two of which are original songs.

Produced by Disney Branded Television and Cuarón’s Esperanto Filmoj, in association with Titmouse and Maere Studios, and with animation services by 88 Pictures, the celebrated creative team includes Lowery (director, screenplay and producer), Cuarón (producer and story), Gabriela Rodríguez (producer), Jack Thorne (story and screenplay), Nicholas Ashe Bateman (creative design supervisor) and Daniel Hart (composer).

Tokyo Anime Award Festival: [The DEADLINE is Approaching!] Call for Entry for TAAF2025 – Tokyo Anime Award Festival, JAPAN

To whom it may concern,

Tokyo Anime Award Festival (TAAF) is honored to announce that next edition “TAAF2025” will be held from 7th to 10th, March 2025 in Ikebukuro TOKYO.

And we would like to inform you we have been opened Application Form for Competition of TAAF2025. We would really appreciate it if you could submit your film for our competition if you haven’t yet.

◆DEADLINE:
Short Animation: October 31st, 2024
Feature Animation: November 10th, 2024

◆Outline for COMPETITION
http://animefestival.jp/en/award/competition/

◆Regulation for SHORT Animation
http://animefestival.jp/en/festival/competition/short_regulations/

◆Regulation for FEATURE Animation
http://animefestival.jp/en/festival/competition/feature_regulations/

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Date: March 7th – 10th, 2025
Venue: Ikebukuro, TOKYO
Hosted by: Tokyo Anime Award Festival Executive Committee
The Association of Japanese Animations
Co-hosted by: Tokyo Metropolitan Government
Secretariat: Tokyo Anime Award Festival Office
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Regarding AI: The Singularity Is Nearer featuring Ray Kurzweil | SXSW 2024

Twenty-five years ago, Ray Kurzweil predicted computers would reach human-level intelligence by 2029, unlocking solutions to the world’s grandest challenges. Today we are right on track to reach this milestone. During the 2030s, AI will become superintelligent, vastly outstripping our capabilities and enabling dramatic medical breakthroughs to overcome aging. This is not an alien invasion. AI is evolving from within us and will reflect our humanity. By 2045, we will connect our brains directly to the cloud, enhancing our intelligence a millionfold and expanding our consciousness in ways we can barely imagine. This is the Singularity.

About SXSW: SXSW dedicates itself to helping creative people achieve their goals. Founded in 1987 in Austin, Texas, SXSW is best known for its conference and festivals that celebrate the convergence of the interactive, film, and music industries. An essential destination for global professionals, SXSW features sessions, showcases, screenings, exhibitions, professional development and a variety of networking opportunities. For more information, please visit sxsw.com.

Ab heute in den deutschen Kinos: Dragonkeeper

CGI animated action adventure film for all the family, based on the award-winning novels by Carol Wilkinson. Dragonkeeper is the first official Spain/China co-production between producers Manuel Cristobal, Larry Levene & the China Film Group.

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In ancient China after a clash with the humans, dragons are banished from the kingdom.

Many years later, innocent and freedom-yearning orphan, Ping, is looking after the last two dragons when she discovers that one has sadly died, and the other is guarding a precious and rare dragon egg. As palace guards arrive the remaining dragon, Danzi disappears, and before Ping has the opportunity to explain what has happened, she is mistaken for an accomplice and must runaway herself. Danzi and Ping escape from the palace together and must return the dragon egg to the ocean to save all dragons from extinction!

On this wild and dangerous adventure, Ping finds a way to unlock her power and discovers she is a true Dragonkeeper.

https://www.cultura.gob.es/ca/cultura/areas/cine/mc/spanish-kaleidoscope/films/winter-spring24/dragonkeeper.html

Im alten China waren Drachen magische Wesen und Freunde der Menschen, doch dieses enge Bündnis hielt nicht für immer. Um das Band zu erneuern, muss das Waisenmädchen Ping in diesem animierten Fantasy-Abenteuerfilm ihre magischen Kräfte entdecken: Sie ist ein wahrer DRAGONKEEPER und rettet den letzten Drachen mit der Kraft des Chi. Das Waisenmädchen Ping lebt in einem abgelegenen Palast am Rande des kaiserlichen Königreichs im alten China. Der Palast wird regiert von einem skrupellosen Statthalter, der seine Pflichten als kaiserlicher Drachenhüter vernachlässigt. Am Ende bleibt nur noch der alte und weise Drache Long Danzi übrig. Sein Schicksal scheint besiegelt – bis Ping ihm in einem Moment verblüffender Tapferkeit zu Hilfe kommt und sich ihre Bestimmung als Drachenhüterin offenbart. Verfolgt von den Truppen des Kaisers und einem bösen Zauberer begeben sich Ping, Long Danzi und eine kleine Ratte namens Hua auf eine bemerkenswerte Reise quer durch das Königreich. Auf dem Weg zum Ozean tragen sie einen faszinierenden, wunderschönen Drachenstein bei sich, der um jeden Preis beschützt werden muss … Unter dem Titel „Hüterin des Drachen“ erschien der erste Band der DRAGONKEEPER-Reihe von Carole Wilkinson 2005 in Deutschland. Die Buch-Autorin wurde am Drehbuch beteiligt, so dass auch im Kinofilm meisterhaft das packende Abenteuer mit dem zentralen Mythos um Chinas symbolträchtigster Figur, dem Drachen, verwoben wird. DRAGONKEEPER startet am 24. Oktober 2024 bundesweit im Kino im Verleih von LEONINE Studios.

SINOPSIS: Son tiempos oscuros en la China imperial. Los dragones, antaño amigos y sabios aliados de los hombres, han sido perseguidos durante años y encerrados en mazmorras. En una remota fortaleza en las montañas, una niña ayuda a escapar al último de los dragones y se une a él en una apasionante misión para recuperar el tesoro más preciado: el último huevo de dragón, robado por un malvado hechicero que quiere explotar su potencial mágico para alcanzar la inmortalidad.

COUNTRY Spain, China

PRODUCTION Guardián de Dragones AIE, China Film Animation, China Film Corporation, Movistar Plus+, Atresmedia Cine

YEAR2024

DURATION99 min

WRITING Carole Wilkinson, Pablo Castrillo, Ignacio Ferreras, Rosanna Ceccini, Wang Xianping

MUSIC Arturo Cardelús

EDITION José Manuel Jiménez

DISTRIBUTION A Contracorriente Films

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THE MAGNIFICENT LIFE OF MARCEL PAGNOL | Official Teaser (2025)

https://www.sonyclassics.com/film/themagnificentlifeofmarcelpagnol/

Written Directed by: Sylvain Chomet

In 1955, 60-year-old Marcel Pagnol is a well-known and acclaimed playwright and filmmaker. When the editor-in-chief of ELLE magazine commissions a weekly column about Pagnol’s childhood, he sees this as a great opportunity to go back to his artistic roots: writing. Realizing his memory is failing him and deeply affected by the disappointing results of his last two plays, Pagnol starts doubting his ability to pursue his work. That is until Little Marcel – the young boy he used to be – appears to him as if by magic. Together, they will explore Marcel Pagnol’s incredible life and bring back to life his most cherished encounters and memories…

https://www.facebook.com/MagnificentLifeofMarcelPagnol/

AI and the Art Industry is in turmoil!!!! Stephen Silver

This is a real WARNING for all artists out there. Don’t be fooled, this is an important message for you. Please share!!!!! Stephen Silver; Animation Character Designer of Kim Possible, Danny Phantom, Clerks, and more

⭐️ Learn about the art of Character Design. Silver Drawing Academy: https://www.silverdrawingacademy.com/join

Where The Robots Grow | Full Movie | Family | Adventure | First Ai Feature Film | 2024 | 4K

Where the Robots Grow is film for all the family. Set in a future where Earth’s last survivors send robots to farm a new world called Oracle. The latest model of robot, Cru, finds his purpose in life redefined by a pod carrying the last human baby. The first ever original AI feature film and the first release by AiMation Studios.

Socials: @robotmovieai

https://linktr.ee/robotmovieai

The Electric State | Official/Offizieller Teaser | Netflix

Millie Bobby Brown & Chris Pratt star in the latest Russo Brother epic, THE ELECTRIC STATE, only on Netflix MARCH 14.

Set in the aftermath of a robot uprising in an alternate version of the ’90s, The Electric State follows an orphaned teenager who ventures across the American West with a cartoon-inspired robot, a smuggler, and his sidekick in search of her younger brother.

The film stars Millie Bobby Brown, Chris Pratt, Ke Huy Quan, Jason Alexander, Woody Norman, with Giancarlo Esposito and Stanley Tucci. Woody Harrelson, Anthony Mackie, Brian Cox, Jenny Slate, Hank Azaria, Colman Domingo and Alan Tudyk join the cast in voice roles. THE ELECTRIC STATE premieres globally on Netflix MARCH 14.

Deutsche Fassung/German Version:

Millie Bobby Brown und Chris Pratt übernehmen die Hauptrollen im neuesten Epos der Russo-Brüder: „The Electric State“ – ab 14. März, nur auf Netflix.

„The Electric State“ spielt in einer alternativen Version der 90er-Jahre kurz nach einem vereitelten Roboter-Aufstand. Im Mittelpunkt steht eine verwaiste Teenagerin. Auf der Suche nach ihrem jüngeren Bruder reist sie mit einem cartoonartigen Roboter, einem Schmuggler und seinem Komplizen quer durch den Westen Amerikas.

Zur Besetzung zählen Millie Bobby Brown, Chris Pratt, Ke Huy Quan, Jason Alexander, Woody Norman, Giancarlo Esposito und Stanley Tucci. Woody Harrelson, Anthony Mackie, Brian Cox, Jenny Slate, Hank Azaria, Colman Domingo und Alan Tudyk leihen den Robotern im Original ihre Stimmen.

„The Electric State“ feiert weltweit ab 14. März auf Netflix Premiere.

Industrial Light & Magic: The Art of The Creator with Brett Northcutt

Recently we celebrated the 1 year anniversary of the release of Gareth Edwards‘ epic, sci-fi film, The Creator. In this video Sr, ILM Concept Artist Brett Northcutt discusses how he collaborated with Production Designer James Clyne to design a number of futuristic environments for Gareth Edwards‘ epic, sci-fi film, The Creator.

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