2D animation

Which Is Better: 2D or 3D?

Kirsten Kalebich, Arizona State University

Animation is one of the cornerstones of the film industry, but even with all its leaps forward, one unanswered question remains.…

November 9, 2022

Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and Jessie from "Toy Story" for an article featuring Lightyear

Pixar’s ‘Lightyear’ Trailer Is Here, so Let’s Look Back on Why ‘Toy Story’ Is so Amazing

Tiffany Singh, University of Central Florida

News about an upcoming movie featuring everyone's favorite space cadet just came out, so let's remember why people loved the original film so much.…

November 11, 2021

Centaurworld takes place in the wacky world of centaurs

Welcome to ‘Centaurworld,’ Netflix’s Newest Animated Musical Comedy

Jenna Amore, Oakland University

Meet magical singing centaurs, an equine protagonist and a touch of darkness in this newest addition to the streaming platform's roster.…

September 1, 2021

In an article about animation, a statue of Woody leans agnaist the sign of Toy Story's toyland.

Has Traditional Animation Reached the End of the Line?

Beth Nipper, University of Iowa

Western cartoons were once entirely hand-drawn, frame by frame. With the rise of computer-based CGI and the success of movies like 'Frozen,' however, the medium has been seeing some drastic changes.…

August 11, 2021