Michael Cusack is making a pledge for being the busiest man in animation. The showrunner of Adult Swim’s blossoming flagship series Smiling Friends has now delivered the third season of his long-running series YOLO, named Rainbow Trinity. Starting as a series of shorts independently made dating back to 2012, YOLO follows Rachel and Sarah as they become tangled in nonsensical hijinks in this surreal version of Cusack’s native Australia.
We caught up with Cusack to chat about the new series, the differences in the shows he runs and the art of crappy animation. ... See MoreSee Less
Looking for co-producers and partners for your film or series project for young audiences? Submit your project to the 9th Young Horizons Industry, international co-production forum ... See MoreSee Less
"Ne Zha 2 achieves almost everything it sets its sights on, exhibiting action on the largest scale we’ve seen from animated movies in a long time. In that sense, Ne Zha 2 offers something that rarely comes from Hollywood animation."
Ne Zha 2 - currently the highest grossing animated film ever - is out in UK and Irish cinemas now! ... See MoreSee Less
It was difficult to know what to expect from Ne Zha 2. In one of the biggest stories in animation this year, the Chinese feature has become far and away
Gintz Zibalodis's OSCAR award winning feature 'Flow' hits UK cinemas this weekend (from 21st March). If you still need a nudge as to why you should go and see this film (which is best on the big screen), check out our review (and interview with director Zilbalodis) ... See MoreSee Less
During this year's cinematic awards season, when it came to the category for best-animated feature, plenty of titles deserved the nomination, whether it's
EVENT: Animorsels - WHERE: Nottingham - WHEN: 27 March
Blasting off from Antenna in Nottingham with lots of spacey short animations & a talk from Steph Ramplin a 3D artist & animator, & "Small Talks" from The Jordan Brothers Norm Hayes from Waste Studio
The 8th edition of Animafilm Festival has been announced and is looking for your film submissions! Specifically, if you have made a film about cats, there is a special category for this year - "Best Film about Cats”!
The festival will take place between 3rd - 7th September in Baku, Azerbaijan. ... See MoreSee Less
The Azerbaijan Animation Association will host the 8th ANIMAFILM International Animation Festival from 3-7 September 2025, in Baku, Azerbaijan. Animation
EVENT: Preview screening of The Most Precious of Cargoes adapted from the fairy tale by Jean-Claude Grumberg set during the Holocaust. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with director Michel Hazanavicius. WHEN: 1 April @ 6:20pm
Toonz Media Group, a global leader in animation, has announced a landmark collaboration with 1st PLACE, Co., Ltd. a creative production specializing in
Cinekid Festival are currently accepting applications to our programmes Junior Co-production Market and Script LAB for the 39th edition of the festival happening this October ... See MoreSee Less
After premiering an episode at Annecy 2023 and a series of delays, Pixar’s first original series, Win or Lose, is out in the world (and on Disney+ now).
Skwigly caught up with creators Carrie Hobson and Michael Yates to discuss shaping a story around the TV format, tackling adult issues and the long road to Win or Lose seeing the light of day. ... See MoreSee Less
After premiering an episode at Annecy 2023 and a series of delays, Pixar’s first original series, Win or Lose, is out in the world. The show makes full
Today on Skwigly were joined by Filmmakers who attended Move Summit for a roundtable Q&A. Featuring Ana Songel (I Miss Hugs), Joe Hogan (Intermittent Intimacy), Linda Hughes (Fairground Fever), Sammi Duong (Revival – Unnatural Causes) & Dave Anderson (Baby on Board. The Dark Web Catbot) ... See MoreSee Less
Skwigly is delighted to present a Podcast Special from Edinburgh and the MOVE Summit 2025. Live from MOVE Summit 2025, Skwigly Editor Steve Henderson is
Michael Cusack is making a pledge for being the busiest man in animation. The showrunner of Adult Swim’s blossoming flagship series Smiling Friends has now delivered the third season of his long-running series YOLO, named Rainbow Trinity. Starting as a series of shorts independently made dating back to 2012, YOLO follows Rachel and Sarah as they become tangled in nonsensical hijinks in this surreal version of Cusack’s native Australia.
We caught up with Cusack to chat about the new series, the differences in the shows he runs and the art of crappy animation. ... See MoreSee Less
Michael Cusack on YOLO: Rainbow Trinity - Skwigly Animation Magazine
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Michael Cusack is making a pledge for being the busiest man in animation. The showrunner of Adult Swim’s blossoming flagship series Smiling Friends0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Looking for co-producers and partners for your film or series project for young audiences? Submit your project to the 9th Young Horizons Industry, international co-production forum ... See MoreSee Less
Calls for Entries to the 12th Young Horizons IFF and 9th Young Horizons Industry Now Open - Skwigly Animation Magazine
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Looking for co-producers and partners for your film or series project for young audiences? Submit your project to the 9th Young Horizons Industry,0 CommentsComment on Facebook
"Ne Zha 2 achieves almost everything it sets its sights on, exhibiting action on the largest scale we’ve seen from animated movies in a long time. In that sense, Ne Zha 2 offers something that rarely comes from Hollywood animation."
Ne Zha 2 - currently the highest grossing animated film ever - is out in UK and Irish cinemas now! ... See MoreSee Less
Ne Zha 2 - Highest Grossing Animated Film of All Time - Review - Skwigly Animation Magazine
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It was difficult to know what to expect from Ne Zha 2. In one of the biggest stories in animation this year, the Chinese feature has become far and away0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Gintz Zibalodis's OSCAR award winning feature 'Flow' hits UK cinemas this weekend (from 21st March). If you still need a nudge as to why you should go and see this film (which is best on the big screen), check out our review (and interview with director Zilbalodis) ... See MoreSee Less
Academy Award Winning 'Flow' Hits UK Cinemas - Review - Skwigly Animation Magazine
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During this year's cinematic awards season, when it came to the category for best-animated feature, plenty of titles deserved the nomination, whether it's0 CommentsComment on Facebook
HOLT from Igloo Animations will premiere this April on RTÉ2 ... See MoreSee Less
Igloo Animations to launch ‘HOLT’ on RTÉ2 this April - Skwigly Animation Magazine
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What happens when three totally mismatched teens from Planet Eire crash-land on an ancient prison planet? Chaos, danger, and the fight of their0 CommentsComment on Facebook
EVENT: Animorsels - WHERE: Nottingham - WHEN: 27 March
Blasting off from Antenna in Nottingham with lots of spacey short animations & a talk from Steph Ramplin a 3D artist & animator, & "Small Talks" from The Jordan Brothers Norm Hayes from Waste Studio
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The 8th edition of Animafilm Festival has been announced and is looking for your film submissions! Specifically, if you have made a film about cats, there is a special category for this year - "Best Film about Cats”!
The festival will take place between 3rd - 7th September in Baku, Azerbaijan. ... See MoreSee Less
Submit Your Film to the 8th ANIMAFILM Festival! - Skwigly Animation Magazine
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The Azerbaijan Animation Association will host the 8th ANIMAFILM International Animation Festival from 3-7 September 2025, in Baku, Azerbaijan. Animation0 CommentsComment on Facebook
EVENT: Preview screening of The Most Precious of Cargoes adapted from the fairy tale by Jean-Claude Grumberg set during the Holocaust. The screening will be followed by a Q&A with director Michel Hazanavicius. WHEN: 1 April @ 6:20pm
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The Most Precious of Cargoes + Q&A with Director Michel Hazanavicius - Animation Event
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Toonz Media Group has announced a landmark collaboration with IA-1st_PLACE, specializing in original IP development. ... See MoreSee Less
Toonz Media Group and 1st PLACE Announce Strategic Partnership to Launch Global Anime Production Service - Skwigly Animation Magazine
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Cinekid Festival are currently accepting applications to our programmes Junior Co-production Market and Script LAB for the 39th edition of the festival happening this October ... See MoreSee Less
Cinekid 2025: Junior Co-production Market and Script LAB - Call for Entries for - Skwigly Animation Magazine
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Junior Co-production Market The Junior Co-production Market is an integrated three-day co-production market that enables financiers, broadcasters and0 CommentsComment on Facebook
After premiering an episode at Annecy 2023 and a series of delays, Pixar’s first original series, Win or Lose, is out in the world (and on Disney+ now).
Skwigly caught up with creators Carrie Hobson and Michael Yates to discuss shaping a story around the TV format, tackling adult issues and the long road to Win or Lose seeing the light of day. ... See MoreSee Less
Win or Lose | Q&A with Carrie Hobson and Michael Yates - Skwigly Animation Magazine
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After premiering an episode at Annecy 2023 and a series of delays, Pixar’s first original series, Win or Lose, is out in the world. The show makes full0 CommentsComment on Facebook
Today on Skwigly were joined by Filmmakers who attended Move Summit for a roundtable Q&A. Featuring Ana Songel (I Miss Hugs), Joe Hogan (Intermittent Intimacy), Linda Hughes (Fairground Fever), Sammi Duong (Revival – Unnatural Causes) & Dave Anderson (Baby on Board. The Dark Web Catbot) ... See MoreSee Less
Skwigly at MOVE Summit 2025 Podcast Special - Animation Podcast
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Skwigly is delighted to present a Podcast Special from Edinburgh and the MOVE Summit 2025. Live from MOVE Summit 2025, Skwigly Editor Steve Henderson is0 CommentsComment on Facebook