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Animated Films Feature Writer: Dominic von Riedemann

What's John Lasseter doing at Disney and Pixar? Who's working on what movie? Why is Hayao Miyazaki an anime legend? When's your fave cartoon coming to DVD? How does South Park get away with offending everyone? It's all here.

What movies are worth seeing this year? My reviews will help you decide. What about animation history? Discover names like Chuck Jones, Mel Blanc and Walt Disney's Nine Old Men and why they're important.

Many animators are posting their short films online. I'll introduce you to tomorrow's geniuses so check out my articles, blog and post in the discussions or email me with your own faves. And welcome.


Feature Writer Articles in Animated Films

 		NBR Votes Up Their Favourite Animated Film
The National Board of Review has named Disney/Pixar's Up as the best animated film, and one of the top 10 movies of 2009.
Interview With Cordell Barker on Runaway
In this exclusive interview, animator Cordell Barker ('Runaway') talks about suppressing the humour in his acclaimed short.
Runaway Director Cordell Barker – Interview
In this exclusive interview, 'Runaway' director Cordell Barker talks about the surprising success of his films, and offers advice for younger animators.
Warner Bros. Greenlights Happy Feet 2
Stars Elijah Wood and Robin Williams have confirmed that they will return in a sequel to 2006's animated hit Happy Feet.
Land of the Heads Animated Short Review
The National Film Board of Canada's Land of the Heads (Au Pays des Têtes), directed by Cédric Louis and Claude Barras, is a ghoulishly funny short. 9/10.
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Contributing Articles in Animated Films

 		Worst Cartoons Ever - Sir Gee Whiz, Mummynappers
Sir Gee Whiz, an alien leprechaun, abducts a little girl. "The Mummynappers" passes off silhouetted mime as a cartoon. Other films are not shown for copyright reasons.
Worst Cartoons Ever - Sam Singer, Captain Fathom
"The Land of More" has Tubby Round learn the importance of moderation. Pow Wow's cartoons insult Native American culture. Captain Fathom tests the audience's patience.
Worst Cartoons Ever - Mighty Mr. Titan & More
Mighty Mister Titan teaches kids 'good health' in the least animation possible. Bucky and Pepito have two low-impact adventures. Paddy the Pelican is shoddy in every way.
The Princess and the Frog is Classic Disney 2-D
At Disney, John Musker and Ron Clements are heroes. The pair saved the studio with The Little Mermaid and work magic again with The Princess and the Frog.
The Princess and the Frog – Movie Review
A Disney-does-Disney effort, The Princess and the Frog offers gorgeous animation and likeable characters. But the fairy tale feels cribbed from earlier, better films.
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