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So Stan Lee Walks out of a Bar…

April 5, 2013 by Michael Mallory 3 Comments divider image

If there was one take-away from last week’s WonderCon in Anaheim, it was this: the barriers between comic books, animation and live action have probably never been thinner from a creative standpoint. At least, that was the message I came home with (well, that and that people who look like [...]

In Memoriam: 2012

December 30, 2012 by Ramin Zahed No Comments divider image

As we approach the final moments of 2012, we’d like to take this opportunity to remember and honor all the talented men and women of the animation and vfx community who passed away during this year. Animation Guild, ASIFA and Women in Animaton will host the annual afternoon of remembrance [...]

DC Comics Legend Joe Kubert Passes Away

August 12, 2012 by Ramin Zahed No Comments divider image

DC comic book artist Joe Kubert, has died at the age of 85. Best known for creating the characters Sgt. Rock and Hawkman, Kubert was also the founder of the Kubert School of cartooning in New Jersey. His other creations include the comic books Tor, Son of Sinbad, and Viking [...]

Ralph Bakshi and the Canadian Caper, Part 2

November 10, 2011 by Michael Mallory No Comments divider image

Our story so far: Ralph Bakshi is asked by producer Steve Krantz to take over production of a troubled series, Rocket Robin Hood, which is being produced in Canada by Al Guest and a multi-national crew. He goes, having no idea what he’s walking into… “I took over the studio, [...]