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Animation FascinationEpisode 127: D23 Expo 2024"The Ultimate Disney Fan Event."
Join hosts Marc Vibbert and Stanford Clark on this episode of Animation Fascination as they dive into all the exciting announcements from D23 Expo 2024! Get the inside scoop (and Stanford's maybe not so "hot takes") on live-action adaptations of SNOW WHITE and LILO & STITCH, along with Pixar's original films and sequels to fan favorites like TOY STORY and THE INCREDIBLES.
Plus, we explore Walt Disney Animation Studios’ upcoming sequels to ZOOTOPIA and FROZEN. Marvel Animation also has big news with EYES OF WAKANDA, the fi...2024-08-282h 05
Animation FascinationEpisode 126: My Adventures with Superman | The Complete Second Season (Review)"I’ve spent my whole life being told who I’m supposed to be. It’s time I decide for myself."
Plot Twists Revealed | Join Marc Vibbert on Animation Fascination as we dive into the thrilling twists of MY ADVENTURES WITH SUPERMAN Season 2!
🎬 We're excited to welcome special guests Vactor from THIS COMIC COOKS! and Frank & Tim from BEER WITH GEEKS for an epic discussion.
This season, Superman faces new challenges from old enemies and surprising allies. The stakes get even higher when a mysterious new family member enters the scene...2024-07-2432 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 125: Disney•Pixar's Inside Out 2"Maybe that’s what happens when you grow up, you feel less joy."
Welcome back to Animation Fascination with your hosts Marc Vibbert and Stanford Clark! In this episode, we dive deep into Pixar's latest masterpiece, INSIDE OUT 2. Join us as we break down the emotional rollercoaster that is Riley’s mind one year after the events of the original film.
🎙️ What We Discuss:
🧠 Plot Breakdown: From Riley's transition to high school to the chaos in her emotional headquarters, we cover it all!
🧠 Existential Crisis of Emotions: Ho...2024-06-171h 02
Animation FascinationEpisode 123: My Adventures with Superman | Season Two Premiere (Review)"We have never had enough time. For that, I am sorry. ... My boy. You have turned your power into a shield for the helpless. You have filled your life with love. You are more than I could have ever hoped for. And maybe, one day you'll forgive me for leaving you again."
Join us for a thrilling live review of the much-anticipated double-episode premiere of MY ADVENTURES WITH SUPERMAN Season 2! We’ve got an exciting lineup featuring special guests Tim Gannon from BEER WITH GEEKS and Trent Vactor from THIS COMIC COOKS. Together, we'll dive deep into th...2024-05-2843 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 119: Prime's Invincible | Season Two, Part One"I’ve been hit harder before. Like way harder."
On this installment of ANIMATION FASCINATION, Marc is joined by returning guest Justin Gyorfi (of Rant to the Future.) Together they head to the fictional version of Chicago as they check in with Mark Grayson and Omni-Man while discussing... INVINCIBLE: Season Two, Part One.
Also discussed: Allen the alien, Steven Yeun's outstanding acting, and the possibility of a Spectacular Spider-Man guest spot in the second half of season two, plus much, much more...
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Animation FascinationEpisode 118: Studio Ghibli's The Boy and the Heron"Mahito, Will You Continue My Work?"
This week on ANIMATION FASCINATION Stanford and Marc get lost in an abandoned tower and end up in an alternate plain of existence. Join us as we cover Hayao Miyazaki's latest film, THE BOY AND THE HERON!
Also discussed: did we go subbed or dubbed, how many Batman is too many, metaphors and dealing with grief, plus much, much more...
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(recorded on: Monday, December 11th, 2023)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 117: Walt Disney Animation's Wish"Imagine a place where wishes come true. Where your heart's desire can become a reality. What if I told you that place is within reach? All you have to do is give your wish... to me."
Join ANIMATION FASCINATION as we all head over to the Kingdom of Rosas is this latest episode of the podcast. Embarking on the music filled journey with Marc and Stanford are returning guests Ted Sowards (Live Action A Goofy Movie) and Mike Sawran (of The Holdo Maneuver!)
Together the group breaks down and...2023-11-291h 17
Animation FascinationEpisode 116: Netflix's Scott Pilgrim Takes Off"Every Pilgrim reaches the end of his journey. Some sooner than others..."
Not long ago, not in Toronto, Canada... ANIMATION FASCINATION along with returning guest Trent Vactor (of The Vactor Verse) discussed Scott Pilgrim's precious little life. Join us as we share trivia about Sonic the Hedgehog, run into Evil Exes, and grow as individuals - all while reviewing SCOTT PILGRIM TAKES OFF!
Also discussed: COLUMBO, our favorite voice guest cast, the original comics, plus much, much more...
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Animation FascinationEpisode 115: AF News Edition - November 2023 | INSIDE OUT 2 Trailer Debut!"I'm Anxiety, where can I put my stuff?"
Welcome back to another AF News Edition episode! This week of American Thanksgiving Marc and Stanford discuss all the past month's news from the animation industry!
From the end of the SAG AFTRA strike to COYOTE VS ACME being shelved, then saved! To a DOUG sequel series in the works for Disney+ and RICK AND MORTY's new voice actors!
Also discussed: trailers for INSIDE OUT 2, PENCILS VS PIXELS, & THE GARFIELD MOVIE, plus much, much more...
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Animation FascinationEpisode 114: AF News Edition - September 2023 | Autumn of Animation"Jinkies!"
Welcome back to another AF News Edition episode! This week Stanford and Marc discuss the past few weeks in animation industry news. From VFX and Animation unions being created at different studios, to Marvel Studios' animation series getting new release dates, and Marc binging season two and three of HARLEY QUINN.
Also discussed: trailers for SCOTT PILGRIM TAKES OFF, MIGRATION, INVINCIBLE | SEASON TWO, plus much, much more...
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Animation FascinationEpisode 113: My Adventures with Superman | The Complete First Season (Review)"Nice try, sport, but Clark is Superman in almost every reality."
It's another all-star team-up crossover event bonus episode as Frank & Tim (from Beer with Geeks) and Trent Vactor (from The Vactor-Verse) join Marc once again! They follow up on their MY ADVENTURES WITH SUPERMAN series premiere thoughts from EPISODE 109 and discuss what everyone enjoyed and took away from the complete first season of the series.
Also discussed: Mister Mxyzptlk, Eastern vs. Western culture's attention spans, Trent Crimm of The Daily Planet, plus much, much more...
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Animation FascinationEpisode 112: Nickelodeon's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - Mutant Mayhem"Peoples, zey got to go."
Cowabunga & welcome back to Animation Fascination! In this bonus episode recorded LIVE, Marc is joined by guests from the podcasts: Sandbox Gamers (WonderRob & JeffW,) The Vactor Verse (Trent Vactor,) & Rant to the Future (Justin Gyorfi)! Together they head down into the NYC sewers to discuss permanent teenager Seth Rogen's TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: MUTANT MAYHEM!
Also discussed: TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES II: THE SECRET OF THE OOZE, BARBIE (2023), plus much, much more ...
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Animation FascinationEpisode 111: Caroline Foley | Animator, Producer, Story Artist, Writer"We are small but mighty!"
In this special interview episode, Marc and Stanford are joined by multi-hyphenate Caroline Foley! Caroline has worked in practically every animation medium from stop motion, to hand-drawn, to computer generated, and more. From her time as a Story Editor for TOCA BOCA, to Development deals with Cartoon Network and Amazon, Animation and character design for RICK AND MORTY, Story artist and animator for BOJACK HORSEMAN, and creating TOASTY TALES.
Also discussed: Caroline's time at CalArts, influences in animation growing up, plus much, much more...
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Animation FascinationEpisode 110: Warner Brother Animation's Justice League: Warworld"Something isn't right."
Prepare for a journey from the old west, all the way to Shamballah! It's another all-star team-up crossover event bonus episode as Marc is joined by Frank & Tim (from Beer with Geeks) and Trent Vactor (from The Vactor-Verse) in a review of the recently released Tomorrowverse film, JUSTICE LEAGUE: WARWORLD!
Also discussed: narrative floppiness, the past two decades of the DC animated universe, plus much, much more...
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Animation FascinationEpisode 109: Warner Brother Animation / Studio Mir's My Adventures with Superman"I'm a normal man having a normal day, starting now."
From Smallville to Metropolis, it's an all-star team-up crossover event bonus episode as Frank & Tim (from Beer with Geeks) and Trent Vactor (from The Vactor-Verse) join Marc to review the 2-episode series premiere of MY ADVENTURES WITH SUPERMAN!
Also discussed: SUPERMAN (1978), SUPERMAN & LOIS, SMALLVILLE, plus much, much more...
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(recorded on: Tuesday, July 11th, 2023)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 108: Disney•Pixar's Elemental"Why does anyone get to tell you what you can do with your life?"
Head on down to Element City in this episode as Stanford and Marc are joined by returning guest Ted Sowards to review the latest film from Pixar Animation Studios, ELEMENTAL!
Also discussed: the Pixar short CARL'S DATE, new trailers for ELIO, and MY ADVENTURES WITH SUPERMAN, production woes on SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE / BEYOND THE SPIDER-VERSE, plus much, much more...
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Animation FascinationEpisode 107: Sony Pictures Animation's Spider-Man Across the Spider-Verse"In every other universe, Gwen Stacy falls for Spider-Man. And in every other universe, it doesn't end well."
Prepare to travel across the Spider-Verse as in this episode, Spider-Variants Marc and Stanford are joined by the Spider-Person of Earth-FL, Michael Tirona! To make sure each of their canon events proceeds as needed they get in-depth in a spoiler and easter egg-filled discussion of Sony Pictures Animation's SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE!
Also discussed: THE LEGEND OF ZELDA being adapted by Illumination, Disney+ removing original content from the streaming service, trailers for...2023-06-161h 48
Animation FascinationEpisode 106: Phoenix Fan Fusion 2023 Panel | "Animation IS Cinema" (LIVE)“This is an art form that has been kept commercially and industrially at the kids' table for so long, ... animation is not a genre for kids. It's a medium. Animation is film. Animation is art, and it can tell stories that are gorgeous and complex, and that feel handmade by humans for humans. Animation is pure cinema and animators should be treated as artists — not technicians."
In this special episode recorded LIVE at PHOENIX FAN FUSION 2023, Marc is joined by guest hosts: Aaron Hudson, Laurence Greatrex, and Ted Sowards!
Dismissed as "just for ki...2023-06-141h 06
Animation FascinationEpisode 105: Lucasfilm's Star Wars - Visions | Volume 2"Hang in there, little dancer. Soon, we'll all be free."
In this episode, Rogue Squadron commanders Stanford and Marc are joined by Red Leader Mike Sawran (of The Holdo Maneuver, South of Normal) to travel the globe in the second volume of the Disney+ anthology series, STAR WARS: VISIONS!
Also discussed: Disney+ removing original content from the streaming service, trailers for GREMLINS: SECRETS OF THE MOGWAI & WISH, plus much, much more...
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Animation FascinationEpisode 104: Studio Ghibli's Spirited Away: Live on Stage"Nothing that happens is ever forgotten, even if you can't remember it."
In this episode, Stanford and Marc enter The Spirit Realm with first-time guest Ted Sowards. They recount each of their experiences watching the adventures of Chihiro, Haku, and No Face as part of Fathom Events' Studio Ghibli Fest 2023 in, SPIRITED AWAY: LIVE ON STAGE!
Also discussed in this episode: THE RESCUERS, GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY VOL. 3, plus much, much more...
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Animation FascinationEpisode 103: Nintendo + llumination's The Super Mario Bros. Movie"What about the accent? Is it... is it too much?"
In this episode, Marc and Stanford head to the Mushroom Kingdom with Mario and Luigi to take on Bowser and save Princess Peach. At the same time, they give a spoiler-filled review of Nintendo + Illumination's new film THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE! Also discussed in this episode: Animation Fascination's panel at PHOENIX FAN FUSION is announced, Disney Live-Action remakes of animated films are on the verge of reaching the singularity, and a whole slew of new trailers, plus much, much more...
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Animation FascinationEpisode 102: AF News Edition - The 95th Academy Awards"I'd like to thank the academy..."
It's time to head to the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood, CA for another year at the Oscars! In this AF news edition, Stanford and Marc discuss the 95th Academy Awards. Including, Guillermo del Toro's acceptance speech for PINOCCHIO's Best Animated Feature win, THE BOY, THE MOLE, THE FOX AND THE HORSE's win for Best Animated Short, AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER's win for Best Visual Effects, as well as the new trailer and cast announcement for TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLES: MUTANT MAYHEM plus much, much more...
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Animation FascinationEpisode 101: AF News Edition - Sequels, Reboots, and Awards Season"Animation is cinema. Animation is not a genre for kids. It is a medium."
In this AF news edition, Marc and Stanford cover all the latest from the animation industry including upcoming sequels, reboots, and awards season galore! The 95th Oscars Feature Animation nominees are discussed, PHINEAS AND FERB is coming back and so are Hank Hill & BARNEY THE DINOSAUR, and HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON is getting a live-action remake, all that, plus much, much more...
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Animation FascinationEpisode 100: Fascinating Animation | 2015 — 2022"Animation is not the art of drawings that move but the art of movements that are drawn."
It's a blast from the past in the 100th episode, Marc Vibbert and Stanford Clark are joined by past co-hosts Trent Vactor (of The Vactor-Verse) and Matt Quest (of Fisher-Price) to discuss their favorite films and television series from 2015 to 2022.
Also Discussed: reminiscing on highlights from past episodes, podcast origins, plus much, much more...
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(Recorded on January 30th, 2023)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 99: Lucasfilm Animation's The Bad Batch | Season Two Premiere"Aren’t clones supposed to look alike? So much for quality control. This one’s too big. This one’s too small. This one’s got a face tattoo. Yeah, real subtle."
While Stanford is out-of-town in this crossover episode with THE HOLDO MANEUVER, Marc Vibbert and guest Mike Sawran join Clone Force 99 for the season two premiere of THE BAD BATCH!
Also Discussed: Mike recounts his hardships trying to binge season one of the series to catch up before season two.
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Animation FascinationEpisode 98: DreamWorks Animation's Puss in Boots: The Last Wish"Oh. I didn't count it. I am not really a math guy, you know?"
Happy New Year! In this end-of-the-year bonus episode, Marc and Stanford pray for mercy from, DreamWorks Animation's PUSS IN BOOTS: THE LAST WISH!
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(recorded on: Thursday, December 29th, 2022)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 97: Guillermo del Toro's Pinocchio"Little wooden boy made of pine, we shall call you Pinocchio. May you rise with the sun and wander the earth…"
Happy Holidays! Stanford and Marc share their experiences with Guillermo del Toro's PINOCCHIO this week on the podcast!
Also discussed: the new theatrical trailer for SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE, INVINCIBLE season two release date news, plus much, much more...
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(recorded on: Friday, December 23rd, 2022)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 96: Walt Disney Animation's Strange World"Do you mind if I call you Splat? You just kind of give me Splat vibes."
Prepare yourself for a journey beyond what is possible, as Marc and Stanford proudly present their review of Walt Disney Animation's STRANGE WORLD!
Also discussed: trailers for Pixar's ELEMENTAL and Illumination's THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE, plus much, much more...
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(recorded on: Tuesday December 6th, 2022)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 95: AF News Edition - Kevin Conroy Tribute"Everyone is handed adversity in life. No one's journey is easy. It's how they handle it that makes people unique."
In this AF news edition, Stanford and Marc pay tribute to Kevin Conroy, THE voice of Batman. Also discussed: SPIDER-MAN: ACROSS THE SPIDER-VERSE casting, a return to CLONE HIGH, plus much, much more...
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(recorded on: Monday November 14th, 2022)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 94: Netflix's Wendell & Wild"She has sworn allegiance to her demons. And the fever is spreading."
Happy Halloween! In this bonus demon filled episode, Marc and Stanford summon the dead to discuss Henry Selick's new stop-motion film now streaming on Netflix starring the voices of Jordan Peele and Keegan-Michael Key, WENDELL & WILD.
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(recorded on: Sunday October 30th, 2022)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 93: Lucasfilm Animation's Tales of the Jedi"Everywhere there is life, but you must face death. Honor it. Do not fear it."
In this episode, Jedi masters Stanford and Marc are joined by Padawan Mike Sawran (of The Holdo Maneuver, South of Normal) to learn the ways of the Force in the new Disney+ anthology series, TALES OF THE JEDI. Also discussed: Cartoon Network as we knew it is no more, SAUSAGE PARTY sequel tv series, Peter Safran will head DC animation, and new release reviews from CineMarc, plus much, much more...
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Animation FascinationEpisode 92: Netflix's Entergalactic"Love will find us all."
In this episode, Marc and Stanford take a look at Kid Cudi's new film on Netflix, ENTERGALACTIC. Also discussed: new release reviews from CineMarc, Disney's Figment is getting a movie, trailers for THE SUPER MARIO BROS. MOVIE, STRANGE WORLD, and VELMA, INVINCIBLE season three, plus much, much more...
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(recorded on: Tuesday October 11th, 2022)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 91: Disney's D23 Expo 2022"The ultimate Disney fan event!"
In this episode, Stanford and Marc recap Disney's recent D23 EXPO including all of the animation announcements, surprises, footage & trailers shown, plus much, much more...
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(recorded on: Monday September 19th, 2022)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 90: Netflix's Lost Ollie"Tough don’t mean you can’t cry."
In this episode, Marc and Stanford review the new limited series from director Peter Ramsey, Netflix's LOST OLLIE. Also discussed, the cast for Laika's WILDWOOD, the trailers for WENDELL AND WILD & BEE AND PUPPYCAT: LAZY IN SPACE, plus much, much more...
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(recorded on: Monday September 5th, 2022)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 89: Skydance Animation's Luck & Warner Animation Group's DC League of Super-Pets"Find a penny, pick it up, and all day long, you'll have good luck. // Sit, Stay, Save the World."
In this double feature episode Stanford and Marc review two films with talking animals, Skydance Animation's LUCK and Warner Animation Group's DC LEAGUE OF SUPER-PETS. Also discussed, KUNG FU PANDA 4, Warner Bros. Discovery removing nearly 40 titles from HBO Max, plus much, much more...
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(recorded on: Wednesday August 24th, 2022)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 88: Illumination's Minions: The Rise of Gru"Brace yourself. A villain will rise."
In this episode Stanford and Marc get suited up to discuss the new film in the DESPICABLE ME franchise, MINIONS: THE RISE OF GRU. Also discussed, SCOOB: HOLIDAY HAUNT being canceled, RICK AND MORTY season 6 episode titles, Guillermo del Toro's PINOCCHIO trailer, plus much, much more...
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(recorded on: Wednesday August 10th, 2022)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 87: San Diego Comic Con 2022 and Netflix's The Sea Beast"Maybe you can be a hero and still be wrong."
In this episode Marc and Stanford review the new film from Netflix and Sony Pictures Imageworks - Vancouver, THE SEA BEAST. Also discussed is all the news dropped from this year's San Diego Comic Con, including Marvel Studios, DC Comics, the Disney Afternoon in comic book form, plus much, much more...
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(recorded on: Sunday July 24th, 2022)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 86: AF News Edition - 74th Emmy Nominations"Trent Crimm, The Independent."
In this news edition episode, Marc and Stanford discuss all the latest movie & TV series trailers from the past few weeks, the 74th annual Emmy nominations, and a version of MONSTERS, INC. without Mike Wazowski, plus much, much more...
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CineMarc Reviews
Teen Titans Go! & DC Super Hero Girls: Mayhem in the Multiverse (Blu-ray)
Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore (4K)
Edge of Tomorrow (4K)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 85: A24's Marcel the Shell with Shoes On"It's pretty much common knowledge that it takes at least 20 shells to have a community…"
In this bonus episode, Marc is joined by Lauren Knight to discuss the new film from Jenny Slate and Dean Fleischer-Camp, A24's MARCEL THE SHELL WITH SHOES ON.
News and Shorts
Marcel Short No. 1
Marcel Short No. 2
Marcel Short No. 3
‘Marcel The Shell’ Slides Into Top 10
Lauren's Recommendations
The Bad Guys (Peacock)
Mad God (Shudder)
The Outfit (Peacock)
Splinter (HBO Max)
(recorded on: Monday July 11th, 2022)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 84: Disney•Pixar's Lightyear"I bought you five minutes…"
In this episode that goes to infinity... and beyond, Stanford & Marc enlist as Space Rangers to review & discuss Disney•Pixar's newest film, LIGHTYEAR. Plus much, much more…
News
Find a full list of the news discussed in this episode at our website!
New Trailers
Minions: The Rise of Gru | Official Trailer 3
Strange World | Teaser Trailer | Walt Disney Animation Studios
The Sea Beast | Official Trailer | Netflix
Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank | Official Trailer 2 – Paramount Pictures
Puss In Boots: The Last Wish - Official Trailer 2
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Animation FascinationEpisode 83: 20th Century Studios' The Bob's Burgers Movie"Let's get this patty started…"
While Stanford is on vacation, Marc is joined by Christopher Mas to review and discuss the new release from 20th Century Studios, THE BOB'S BURGERS MOVIE. Plus much, much more...
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‘Better Call Saul’ Animated Prequel ‘Slippin’ Jimmy’ Arrives on AMC+
Liam Neeson Will Return To Voice Qui-Gon Jinn In Star Wars: Tales Of The Jedi
Star Wars Visions Reveals Major Change for Season 2
New Trailers
Marvel Studios' Thor: Love and Thunder | Official Trailer
Star Wars: The Bad Batch | Season 2 Official Trailer
Pinocchio | Teaser Trailer | Disney+
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Animation FascinationEpisode 82: Disney+ Original Film - Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers"It's not a reboot. It's a comeback…"
The Disney Afternoon has returned with the new Disney+ original film CHIP 'N DALE: RESCUE RANGERS! In this episode Marc and Stanford review the new comedy from the team at The Lonely Island. Plus much, much more...
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‘My Neighbor Totoro’ Stage Show
‘Harley Quinn’ Spinoff Ordered to Series
'Ozark' creator's gritty animated neo-noir folktale with Laika Animation
Married… With Children Returning as Animated Series
First Look at Mindy Kaling's 'Velma'
Disneyland Resort Upcoming Pixar Plans
Pixar Announces Next Movie, ‘Elemental'
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Animation FascinationEpisode 81: DreamWorks Animation's The Bad Guys"Good is No Fun at All…"
Gather your crew for quite the caper this week as Stanford & Marc review the new DreamWorks film THE BAD GUYS. Discussion about the end of Scrat, Hayden Christensen binged Star Wars animation, our weekly recommendations including YOUNG JUSTICE & Floyd Norman at the TCM Film Festival, all that plus much more...
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Pixar Created a Fully Virtual IMAX Camera to Shoot Lightyear
A Deleted 'Turning Red' Scene Teases an Alternate Version of the Movie
Star Wars Visions Continues
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Animation FascinationEpisode 80: An Oscar Tale - The 94th Academy Awards"And the Oscar goes to..."
We're back this week recapping the Academy Award winners and nominations from this year's ceremony. Discussion of animation being seen as "less than" and "only for kids," our weekly recommendations including the films "Flee" and "Melody Time," all that plus much, much more...
News
First Look: Jack Black Is Back as Po in ‘Kung Fu Panda: The Dragon Knight’
Turning Red 7” Orange Vinyl
Rachel Zegler to Star in Skydance/Apple Animated Musical ‘Spellbound’
‘Spirited Away’ on Stage Closes in Tokyo with Critical Acclaim, Japan Tour Begins
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Animation FascinationEpisode 79: Disney•Pixar's Turning Red"We're back!"
After a little over seven years in hiatus we've returned to the podcasting realm. In this episode Stanford Clark joins Marc Vibbert to talk over and review the new Disney•Pixar film TURNING RED! They do a quick recap on changes in the animation industry since 2015 as well as recount their favorite animated films from the past seven years.
Animation News
Annie Award Winners
Pixar Animation Studios and Porsche to return Sally Carrera to the road )
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Animation FascinationEpisode 78: AF News - November 2014It's a vintage AF team up in the latest news edition, Marc Vibbert is joined by Justin Vactor to discuss all the latest animation industry news from November. Amongst the topics in this episode are reviews for "Big Hero 6", "Penguins of Madagascar", and the new Studio Ghibli Blu-ray releases. The announcement of "Toy Story 4", "The LEGO Movie" sequel writers, "Hullabaloo", and much, much more are also discussed.
(Recorded 11/22/14)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 77: All Hollow's EveHappy Halloween boys and ghouls!
Prepare for a very eerie episode with Tom Fonss and Marc Vibbert as they discuss Halloween classics new and old (as well as some forgotten favorites).
Also discussed: Reviews for Disney's "Maleficent" & "Planes: Fire and Rescue", "Beware the Batman”, and "Mr. Peabody and Sherman" on Blu-ray, as well as the "Avengers: Age of Ultron" teaser trailer, plus so much more!
(Recorded on 10/24/14)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 76: AF News - Week of October 5th, 2014It's another edition of AF News with Stanford Clark and Marc Vibbert! On today's show they discuss and review a whole slew of recent animated TV Blu-ray releases, Stanford's upcoming trip to New York Comic Con, as well as Laika's "The Boxtrolls" and Disney's "Star Wars Rebels."
Also Discussed: "Sleeping Beauty" Diamond Edition, special episodes of "Phineas and Ferb," and new trailers for Pixar's "Inside Out", Studio Ghibli's "The Tale of The Princess Kaguya" & Disney's "Big Hero 6." Plus, a whole bunch more...
(Recorded on 10/06/14)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 75: The Spectacular Greg WeismanIn this episode, the man, the myth, the legend himself Greg Weisman, joins Tom Fonss and Marc Vibbert.
Weisman's Shakespearian background, the origins of "Gargoyles" (and it's twentieth anniversary), hopes for the possible futures of both "The Spectacular Spider-Man" and "Young Justice", as well as voice acting on "Star Wars: Rebels" are all spoken of. Plus so much more...
Also Discussed: "Doctor Who" and "Transformers - Beast Machines" reviews, Donald Glover as Miles Morales/Spider-Man, "Daffy Duck's Quackbusters," and a flying Baymax.
(Recorded on 09/12/14)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 74: AF News - Week of July 10, 2014Stanford Clark and Tim Costello join Marc Vibbert to pay tribute to the legend that was Robin Williams, as well as discuss all the news that came out of San Diego Comic Con. Also announced is an exclusive "Big Hero 6" promotion from the Animation Fascination team.
Also Discussed: the August Disney Blu-ray releases reviewed, Disney and LAIKA say that 2D hand drawn animation is still very much alive, the next "Toy Story" holiday special, awesome toys from Mondo Tees, new trailers from DreamWorks and Paramount, and so much more ...
(Recorded on 08/13/14)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 73: Doctor Who - Reverse the Polarity of the Neutron FlowGeronimo! Welcome to the second episode of our special animated sci-fi month. In this episode Marc Vibbert and Tom Fonss are joined by veteran Whovians Kevin Kittridge and Bob Mitsch to discuss everyone's favorite timelord, "Doctor Who!"
So sit back, have a jelly baby, and come along with us as we explore all of time and space with the Doctor on his animated adventures. Remember, bow ties are cool.
Allons-Y!
Also Discussed: Reviews for "Orphan Black" and "Transcendence" on Blu-ray and "Dawn of the Planet of the Ape...2014-07-231h 06
Animation FascinationEpisode 72: AF News Special - Star Trek The Animated SeriesIn this AF News special covering all the latest from around the animation industry during the month of June, Marc Vibbert is joined once again by Stanford Clark and Jon Hueber.
They also boldly go were many have gone before to discuss "Star Trek: The Animated Series" as part of Animation Fascination's Sci-Fi month!
Also Discussed: live-action "Frozen" cast announced for "Once Upon a Time", leaked "Big Hero 6" posters, DreamWorks Animation layoffs, "Enchanted" sequel announcement, Glen Keane's short "Duet", and much, much more ...
(Recorded on July 6, 2014)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 71: DreamWorks Animation's Dragons - RoundtableIn this bewilderbeast-sized episode Marc is joined by Tom Fonss, Jessica Wersky, and the prodigal son himself Matt Quest.
Matt catches us up on what he's been up to for the past six months as Tom and Jessica assist Marc in our "How to Train Your Dragon 2" roundtable discussion. Special guests Jessie Forer and Jennifer Harlow hop on to talk about their favorite parts of the film and share some insight into their work on it as well.
Also Discussed: a whole gaggle of Blu-ray, DVD, and book reviews about - "Doctor Who", "Transformers", "Teenage M...2014-06-252h 02
Animation FascinationEpisode 70: AF News - Week of June 8, 2014Stanford Clark and Marc Vibbert are joined by returning guest Otis Frampton as he hops on to discuss his new animated shorts series "ABCDEFGeek" and the upcoming release of his comic "Oddly Normal."
Also Discussed: "Big Hero 6" and "The Book of Life" trailers, Phoenix Comicon (including a Q and A with John Ratzenberger), a contest for LAIKA's "The BoxTrolls," and reviews for "Maleficent", "The Lego Movie", and "An Adventure in Space and Time."
(Recorded on 06/08/14)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 69: X-Men - Days of Animated PastThe mutant brotherhood of Marc Vibbert, Stanford Clark, and Tom Fonss unite to talk all about the X-Men. They discuss their favorite animated incarnations of these astonishing mutants on television and film throughout the years.
So join them as they enroll at Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters, bub!
Also Discussed: the voice acting documentary "I Know That Voice", what's next for "Star Wars", the new "Guardians of the Galaxy" trailer, and the Disney Blu-ray releases in August.
(Recorded on 05/19/14)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 68: The Amazing Animated Spider-ManThwip!
Marc is joined by Tom Fonss to talk all about everyone's favorite web-slinger. They cover every animated incarnation of the wall-crawler from 1967 to today, and choose their favorites.
Also Discussed: "Son of Batman" on Blu-ray, Art of Book reviews, the first five minutes of "How to Train Your Dragon 2", and Disney's "Gargoyles".
(Recorded on 04/28/14)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 67: AF News - April 2014Stanford Clark joins Marc Vibbert to review a whole slew of Blu-rays & DVDs, amongst them "Saving Mr. Banks", "The Pirate Fairy", and "The Secret Life of Walter Mitty". Also Discussed: "Big Hero 6" casting rumors, "Rio 2" review, new trailers for "How to Train Your Dragon 2" and "Planes: Fire and Rescue", and so much more...
(Recorded on 04/15/14)
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2014-05-261h 18
Animation FascinationEpisode 66: AF News Special - Disney's Big Hero 6Tom Fonss and Stanford Clark join Marc Vibbert to discuss "Big Hero 6." From its Marvel comic book origins to what Disney has released so far about the film, we cover it all. Also Discussed: Sequels to "Cars" and "The Incredibles", Blue Sky's "Peanuts" teaser trailer, and "Party Central" / "Muppets Most Wanted."
(Recorded on 03/24/14)
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2014-04-091h 18
Animation FascinationEpisode 65: Jason Schleifer - Head of Character Animation at DreamWorks AnimationJon Hueber and Stanford Clark join Marc to interview Jason Schleifer, the head of character animation at DreamWorks Animation about his career as well as "Mr. Peabody and Sherman."
We talk about his work at Weta Digital on "The Lord of the Rings" trilogy, moving up the ranks at DreamWorks, and receiving philosophical wisdom from a random guy on a sand dune.
Also Discussed: trailers for "The BoxTrolls" and "Legends of Oz: Dorothy's Return", the DreamWorks short "Almost Home", "Frozen" on Blu-ray, breaking news about Cartoon Network, and so m...2014-03-131h 41
Animation FascinationEpisode 64: AF News - Week of March 2, 2014Site columnist Jessica Wersky joins Marc to catch up on and discuss all the latest animation news. This episode is full of Disney properties with a dash of DreamWorks and Reel FX. News discussed this episode: "Frozen" joining the one billion dollars club at the box office as well as winning the Oscar for best animated feature and a possible ride we'd like to see built at Disney World/Disneyland. "Star Wars Rebels" character profiles, and a possible new "Shrek" film in the future.
(Recorded on 03/03/14)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 63: Michael Amos - Character Animator at DreamWorks AnimationYou may have been expecting an AF news edition episode, but have no fear, we have something even more awesome for you. Jon Hueber joins Marc to interview DreamWorks Animation character animator, Michael Amos! We talk about Michael's work on the upcoming "Mr. Peabody and Sherman" and the in-development "Me and My Shadow", his animation influences growing up in Australia, and his time in the Animation Mentor program. Also Discussed: the "Guardians of the Galaxy" teaser trailer, "Gravity" and "Thor: The Dark World" on 3D Blu-ray, as well as "Adventure Time: Season 3" and "Beware the Batman" Blu-ray reviews.
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Animation FascinationEpisode 62: Spring Movie Preview '14Tom Fonss is back as our recurring monthly co-host! During the episode Marc and Tom discuss the four films being released during the late winter and spring. Among them; Studio Ghibli's "The Wind Rises", Dreamworks Animation's "Mr. Peabody and Sherman", Blue Sky's "Rio 2", and Summertime Entertainment's "Legends of Oz: Dorothy's Return". Also Discussed: "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" is coming to Netflix Instant, Game of Thrones, and tangents galore.
(Recorded on 02/17/14)
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2014-02-2059 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 61: AF News - Week of February 9th, 2014Everything is Awesome! In this bricktastic episode Marc and Stanford discuss "The LEGO Movie" and share your input on the film as well. We also talk about ideas for the already in the works sequel to the film and how well it did at the box office this past weekend. In addition, Stanford interviews Floyd Norman in celebration of "The Jungle Book" coming to Blu-ray this week. Also Discussed: Arthur Rankin Jr.'s passing, a recap of the Annie Awards winners, a live-action/CG Rescue Rangers film, Pixar's "Party Central" preview, the trailer for "Postman Pat", and the voice...2014-02-131h 18
Animation FascinationEpisode 60: Otis Frampton - Character/Background Artist (How it Should Have Ended)In this oddly normal interview, Otis Frampton stops by to speak with Marc and Stanford. Find out how Otis and Daniel Baxter of HISHE originally met, what influences Otis' art, and what his dream project to work on would be. Also Discussed: "The Jungle Book" and "Justice League: War" on Blu-ray, "Gargoyles" on YouTube, and "Robotech: The Complete Set".
(Recorded on 02/03/14)
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2014-02-051h 03
Animation FascinationEpisode 59: AF News - Week of January 26th, 2014The forecast for this episode is cloudy with a chance of awesome!
Stanford and Marc are joined by Jessica Wersky to discuss her studio visit to Sony Pictures Animation for the "Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2" Blu-ray press event. Jessica's interviews with the co-director of the film Cody Cameron, and the director of the Blu-ray animated shorts David Feiss are included as well.
Also Discussed: Stanford's interview with actor Will Friedle (Bumblebee, "Transformers: Prime"), "How to Train Your Dragon 2" teaser posters, Pixar's "Toy Story" Christmas special, and Illumination Entertainment's upcoming slate of films.
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Animation FascinationEpisode 58: Farhan Qureshi - Visual Effects ArtistIn this special episode, Stanford and Marc interview visual effects artist Farhan Qureshi. He's worked on everything from the Harry Potter films, to "Batman Begins", and of course Aardman's "The Pirates: Band of Misfits". Also Discussed: Farhan's short films "Digitopia: Discover Me", "NitroDust" and his book "VFX and CG Survival Guide for Producers and Filmmakers", as well as the Oscar nominations for animation.
(Recorded on 01/19/14)
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2014-01-231h 04
Animation FascinationEpisode 57: AF News - Week of January 13th, 2014It's our first AF News episode! Stanford Clark joins Marc to discuss all the latest news in animation from the past few weeks. News Highlights Discussed: Actor Sam Witwer Q and A, Golden Globe for BEST ANIMATED FEATURE goes to "Frozen", "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" final Darth Maul story arc, Pixar's "Party Central", Disney's "Big Hero 6", "Turbo: FAST" on Netflix Instant, and a fifth "Ice Age" film.
(Recorded on 01/13/14)
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2014-01-161h 18
Animation FascinationEpisode 56: The Best of 2013 and What to Look Forward to in 2014Stanford Clark joins Marc to discuss their personal top five animated films of 2013. Which of your favorites from last year made their lists? They also look towards the future and discuss all of 2014's upcoming animated films. Also discussed: Doctor Who's 50th Anniversary and Christmas Specials, "The Lone Ranger", "Batman: The Brave and the Bold", and "Mary Poppins".
(Recorded on 01/06/14)
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2014-01-081h 21
Animation FascinationEpisode 55: Holiday FestivusIt's a Festivus for the rest of us. Marc and Matt get together once again to discuss all the best holiday specials and films to watch this time of year. Also discussed: Disney's "Frozen", "Saving Mr. Banks", Golden Globe nominations, and the trailers for "Rio 2" and "The Nut Job".
(Recorded on 12/23/13)
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2013-12-2432 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 54: Top Ten Animated Disney Films of All Time with Tom FonssIt's a Walt Disney Animation Top Ten episode, so who better to join Marc for this best of list other than Tom Fonss himself. Are any of your favorite films on either of their lists? Maybe... probably. But you can't know for sure unless you listen. Also discussed: Doctor Who, Rocky and Bullwinkle returning to the big screen, the 19 films that may or may not get nominated for a Best Animated Feature Oscar, and trailers for "The Lego Movie", "Maleficent", and "Mr. Peabody and Sherman".
(Recorded on 11/24/13)
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Animation FascinationEpisode 52: D23 Expo 2013 (Part 2)In part two of our two-parter, Media Fondue's Cortney Williams and Jenny Pereira join Marc to discuss their adventure at Disney's 2013 D23 Expo. From "Oliver and Company" to "The World's End", John Lasseter handing out compliments, and seeing Richard Sherman and Alan Menken in concert. All this, plus a whole lot more...
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2013-09-201h 16
Animation FascinationEpisode 51: D23 Expo 2013 (Part 1)In part one of a two-parter Stanford Clark tells Marc about all of the awesome experiences and news he learned from his trip to Disney's 2013 D23 Expo. Amongst things discussed are Pixar and Walt Disney Animation Studios' slate of upcoming films. Geeking out in front of Disney legends, and the Waffle-inator! We also cover a whole slew of new releases as well as a ton of news from around the animation industry.
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2013-09-181h 41
Animation FascinationEpisode 50: Fascinated by AnimationIt's our fiftieth epiversary and the gang's all here!
We've done a lot in the past 49 episodes, and spoken to quite a few amazing people from the animation industry along the way. In this special episode, Marc Vibbert and Matt Quest are joined by Justin Vactor, Jon Hueber, Matt Hardeman, Stanford Clark, and Phil Shenton to discuss the past and look towards the future. The guys face off in a "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" trivia showdown, but who will come out victorious? All this, plus so much more!
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Animation FascinationEpisode 49: In the Pacific Rim with Hal HickelBeginning neural handshake...
Join Marc and guest host Jon Hueber as they head to the "Pacific Rim" to talk with returning guest Hal Hickel, of Industrial Light and Magic. Hal discusses in-depth the production of the film and what it was like to work with Guillermo del Toro, who he'd co-pilot a Jaeger with, what Kaiju was his favorite, and where he'd like to see the story go in a sequel. So sit back and enjoy, because today we are cancelling the apocalypse!
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2013-07-221h 46
Animation FascinationEpisode 48: Arik Ehle - Pixar AnimatorWe journey back to the land of Emeryville, CA in this episode to interview another amazing Pixar employee. This time we were lucky enough to speak with Arik Ehle who started as a production assistant and has worked his way up to become an animator. Filling in for Matt this week is our site writer, Stanford Clark. Join us as we discuss the Studio Ghibli documentary, the new Mickey Mouse shorts, and the newest animated Disney films.
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2013-07-161h 24
Animation FascinationEpisode 47: Monsters University Orientation with Chris Chua and Austin MadisonHop on the bus with Marc and Matt as they head to Monsters University for orientation. Joining them on campus are Pixar story artist Austin Madison and animator Chris Chua to give us an in-depth look at the production of the film as well as a little bit about "The Blue Umbrella". Hear it here first: details about the MU short that will appear on the Blu-ray this fall, "Party Central" directed by Kelsey Mann. Little surprises around every corner, but nothing dangerous, so stay tuned!
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2013-07-091h 08
Animation FascinationEpisode 46: Yuri Lowenthal - It's Hero Time!Strap on your Omnitrix, contact the Legion of Superheros and head with us to Xavier's School for Gifted Youngsters.
In this episode Marc and Matt are joined by voice actor Yuri Lowenthal ("Ben 10: Ultimate Alien", "Naruto", "Wolverine and the X-Men") to discuss his voice acting career. We talk about his original web series "Shelf Life", geeking out around other actors, and how he joined John Connor to fight SkyNet. All that plus much, much more!!
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2013-06-241h 13
Animation FascinationEpisode 44: Peter Lord - Aardman AnimationsGet ready to board the Pirate Captain's ship and head across the pond as our site writer Phil Shenton interviews Mr. Peter Lord, the Co-Owner and Creative Director of Aardman Animations. Peter Lord has produced many of Aardman's films and television series, as well as directing "The Pirates! Band of Misfits" (or "The Pirates! In an Adventure with Scientists") and "Chicken Run". Marc and Matt also discuss Pixar's first holiday special, new Disney Animation Blu-ray releases, MeridaGate, and much, much more.
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2013-05-311h 25
Animation FascinationEpisode 43: Tara Platt - Voice ActressReady for a bad pun? No? Well here it is anyway...
On the "Platt"-er for this episode is our awesome guest, the mile-a-minute voice actress, Tara Platt ("Naruto", "Ben 10: Ultimate Alien").
Tara joins Matt and Marc to discuss the acting industry, what it's like to run your own production company, and how life is awesome when you're married to someone in the same profession as you.
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Animation FascinationEpisode 42: NicktoonsNick, Nick, Nick, Nick, NickNick, Nick Nick, Nickel-od-eon.
In this episode Marc and Matt are joined by Animation Fascination writer Matt Hardeman to discuss Nicktoons! All your favorites are here; from "Doug", "Rugrats", and "Angry Beavers", to "The Wild Thornberrys", "Hey Arnold!", and "Ren and Stimpy". So sit back, grab some powdered toast, rock out with The Beets, and tell old football head to move it, because this is sure to be a hoot!
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2013-04-172h 04
Animation FascinationEpisode 41: Cal Brunker - Writer/Director of "Escape from Planet Earth"Scorch me, baby!
Straight from Planet Baab all the way to the Dark Planet itself, we're back with another episode. Marc and Matt interview Cal Brunker the writer/director of Rainmaker Entertainment's "Escape from Planet Earth". They discuss Cal's introduction into the world of animation, what it's like working at different animation studios, and the zombie version of Gary Supernova. Also discussed: review of Dreamworks' "The Croods", new trailers for "Despicable Me 2" and "Turbo", and whole slew of animation news.
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2013-03-261h 43
Animation FascinationEpisode 40: The Disney AfternoonStep right up and come on in, here's where the fun begins! In this episode there's so much to do, getting ready just for you, everybody's busy, bringing you a Disney afternoon!
In case you haven't guessed yet Marc and Matt are joined by Justin Vactor to discuss the early 90s era of Disney animation on TV. From "Darkwing Duck", to "Rescue Rangers", "TaleSpin", "Gargoyles", and "Gummi Bears", all the favorites are discussed as well as much, much more. So what to do? Just grab onto some "DuckTales" and let's get dangerous.
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Animation FascinationEpisode 39: Oscar Recap 2013In this episode Matt is away so Marc is joined by Rudie Obias (from "AuteurCast"). They recap the 85th annual Academy Awards nominees and winners, as well as their opinions on the films. Also discussed: new Blu-ray/DVD releases from Disney and Pixar, the VFX protests, and new trailers including Sony Pictures Animation's Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2.
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2013-03-081h 31
Animation FascinationEpisode 38: The Disney RenaissanceIn this episode Marc and Matt become renaissance men with guest host Josh Spiegel (from "Mousterpiece Cinema"). From "The Little Mermaid" up to "Tarzan", we discuss Disney's most successful era that began in the late 80s and ended around the year 2000. Also discussed: the new release "Escape from Planet Earth", some new clips from "Monsters University", as well as news from Dreamworks and Illumination Entertainment.
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2013-02-231h 31
Animation FascinationEpisode 37: Alex Mandel - Pixar ComposerCan you hear the music?
In this episode Marc and Matt interview Annie Award nominated Pixar composer Alex Mandel. We discuss Alex's influences on his music, how he came to work for Pixar, Mickey Mouse-ing, and what it's like to have an iTunes library in your head. Alex also talks about the collaborative process at Pixar and the 25 verse version of one of the songs he wrote for Brave. The new trailers for Monsters University and From Up on Poppy Hill, as well as our recommendations are also brought up.
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Animation FascinationEpisode 36: Live-Action Toy Story ProjectTo inifinity and beyond!
In this episode Marc and Matt interview the "Live-Action Toy Story Project" group led by Jonason Pauley and Jesse Perrotta (as well as part of their crew, Kimberley Ruano and Amy Shufelt). Amongst things discussed: Peter Pan, Teddy bears with swords, Kevin Smith, and fresh guacamole. So grab Buzz and Woody, sit back, and enjoy!
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2013-01-2948 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 35: [adult swim]What time is it?!? It's podcasting time!!
In this episode Marc and Matt are joined by guest host George Underwood to discuss Cartoon Network's [adult swim] and their similar shows. They also weigh in on the Oscar nominations for animated features and shorts. So join us on the Planet Express as we go on this podcasting adventure.
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2013-01-221h 49
Animation FascinationEpisode 34: The Best Green Lantern of Sector 2012Happy New Year!
In the first episode of 2013 Marc and Matt are joined by returning guest host, Ralph Apel. Amongst things discussed are "Green Lantern: The Animated Series", our best of 2012 lists, and what we're excited for in 2013.
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E-mail: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com2013-01-181h 33
Animation FascinationEpisode 33: Holiday Special 2012Happy Chrismahanukwanzakah!
In this festive episode Marc and Matt are joined by the host of Christmas past, Justin Vactor. All of your favorite animated holiday specials are discussed as well as some recent releases on Blu-ray and DVD. So grab your magic top hat, decorate the loneliest tree, and get ready to poke the Grinch with a 39 1/2 foot pole.
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2012-12-231h 38
Animation FascinationEpisode 32: The Guardians of Wrecking NovemberWe're Back! In this episode Marc and Matt are joined by returning guest host Tim Costello to discuss November's animation releases. From Disney's Wreck-It Ralph and Paperman, to Dreamworks' Rise of the Guardians, as well as a whole slew of Blu-ray and DVD reviews. They're all here in this episode, plus much, much more...
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2012-12-051h 27
Animation FascinationEpisode 31: Halloween Special 2012Boo! In this spooktacular episode Marc and Matt are joined by guest host Tim Buel (FirstShowing.net's "The Golden Briefcase") to become a part of the Midnight Society. We discuss our favorite Halloween films and television series to watch this time of year, while also sharing memories from our childhood. All this plus much, much more...
Happy Halloween! Remember, we scare because we care.
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2012-10-301h 16
Animation FascinationEpisode 30: Teenage Mutant Ninja TurtlesCowabunga! In this episode Marc and Matt are joined by guest host Cory Armstrong to discuss the Ninja Turtles. The evolution of the heroes in a half shell from 1987 to 2012, our favorite turtle, and which series had the best theme song are all just a few of the slices in this episode pizza. All this plus much, much more...
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2012-10-161h 14
Animation FascinationEpisode 29: Bill Farmer - Voice Acting LegendIn this episode Marc and Matt are joined by voice acting legend Bill Farmer (voice of Goofy, Pluto, Foghorn Leghorn, & Yosemite Sam as well as many others). Interview includes discussion of inspiration for Mr. Farmer's career, great stories, and thoughts on stop motion animation. Marc and Matt also debate the ending of Bambi, all this and much, much more...
*Apologies For The Minor Audio Issues*
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2012-10-1053 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 19: Xerox PiratesIn this episode Marc and Matt are joined by Ralph Apel to discuss Disney's "Xerox Era", Aardman Animation's "The Pirates: Band of Misfits", and Andrew Stanton's "John Carter". Plus much, much more...
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Visit our site: http://animationfascination.wordpress.com2012-06-091h 08
Animation FascinationEpisode 18: Pizza Planet TruckIn this episode Marc and Matt interview the group who made a real life replica of Pixar's Pizza Planet Truck.
The Road to Pixar
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E-mail us at: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com2012-05-1951 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 17: Live Action AnimationIn this episode Marc and Matt discuss live action films adapted from classic animated series.
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E-mail us at: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com2012-05-1247 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 16: Dr. Shrek MiyazakiIn this episode Marc and Matt discuss the animation Oscar winners, films by Studio Ghibli, the Shrek series (and "Puss in Boots"), as well as the animated adaptations of Dr. Seuss.
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E-mail us at: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com2012-05-0436 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 15: Jason Marsden from a galaxy far, far away...In this episode voice actor Jason Marsden joins Marc and Matt to discuss "Young Justice", Transformers, and the Annie Awards.
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E-mail us at: animationfascinationpodcast@gmail.com2012-04-2735 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 14: Keep Moving ForwardWelcome back to the Animation Fascination podcast. Each episode will feature an animated series or film from the past or present. Traditionally hand drawn, computer generated, or stop motion/claymation, if it’s animated, its up for discussion! On this episode, Marc and Matt discuss their favorite animated films of 2011, what they're looking forward to in 2012 and the winners of the Annie Awards.
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2012-04-2043 min
Animation FascinationEpisode 12: The History of Animation with Pixar Animators Austin Madison and Chris ChuaWelcome back to the Animation Fascination podcast. Each episode will feature an animated series or film from the past or present. Traditionally hand drawn, computer generated, or stop motion/claymation, if it’s animated, its up for discussion!
On this episode, Marc Vibbert and Justin Vactor discuss the history of animation with Pixar animators Austin Madison and Chris Chua!
New Releases (Reviews)
Jem & the Holograms: Season 1 DVD
The Lion King 3D Blu-ray
African Cats Blu-ray
Beauty and the Beast 3D Blu-ray
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