When showrunners Aaron Ehasz and Justin Richmond selected Frederik Wiedmann to score The Dragon Prince, the young composer was relatively new to the entertainment industry, yet had already amassed an impressive array of credits. Several came from DC’s direct-to-videos: Justice League: The Flashpoint Paradox, Son of Batman, Justice League: Throne of Atlantis, Batman vs. Robin, […]
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INTERVIEW: “Dancing with Dragons: Frederik Wiedmann’s Music for a Magical Land” (Part 2)
July 14th, 2023 
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INTERVIEW: Dances with Elves: Frederik Wiedmann scores “The Dragon Prince”
July 5th, 2023 W.R. Miller Animation is primarily a visual medium. But, as George Lucas pointed out in The New York Times in 1992, “Sound is half the experience in seeing a film.” Sound, as in dialog, audio effects—and music. Such is the case with The Dragon Prince, the epic fantasy adventure on Netflix. The show’s composer, Emmy-winner Frederik Wiedmann, […]
INTERVIEW: “Nimona” Takes Centerstage
June 29th, 2023 Jackson Murphy N.D. Stevenson’s popular graphic novel finally comes to life with the long-awaited animated feature Nimona, about a girl in a futuristic/medieval society who joins forces with a knight to clear his name after he’s accused of murder. Directors Nick Bruno and Troy Quane (Spies in Disguise) are excited for audiences to experience this action, humor […]
INTERVIEW: The Quite Talented “Not Quite Narwhal” Team
June 22nd, 2023 Jackson Murphy New DreamWorks Animation family series Not Quite Narwhal is now streaming on Netflix. It’s based on a popular book about a narwhal named Kelp who finds out he’s actually a unicorn. Kelp decides to spend time on both land and sea, and the show shines in spotlighting who you are and how your friends and […]
TEASER: Netflix “Nimona”
May 18th, 2023 Jerry Beck Netflix debut the official teaser, new teaser art and announced the premiere date for Nimona today. The film premieres globally on Netflix June 30th. Directed by Nick Bruno and Troy Quane, Nimona is an epic tale about finding friendship in the most surprising situations and accepting yourself and others for who they are. Based on […]
INTERVIEW: On The Course With “Mulligan” Trio
May 11th, 2023 Jackson Murphy Robert Carlock and Sam Means (of 30 Rock and Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt) team-up once again, this time as co-creators of the new adult animated comedy series Mulligan. It premieres this Friday May 12th on Netflix. They, and supervising director Colin Heck (The Simpsons Movie), join me for this Animation Scoop Q&A to share what makes […]
Netflix To Showcase New Features and Series at Annecy
April 24th, 2023 Jerry Beck Following a monumental year for animation at Netflix – with first-ever wins at the Oscars for Best Animated Feature Film with Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio, and the Primetime Emmys for Outstanding Animated Program for Arcane respectively, and a sweep of the animated program categories in the inaugural Children’s & Family Emmys competition – Netflix returns […]
REVIEW: Netflix “The Magician’s Elephant”
March 16th, 2023 Martin Goodman Fairy tales have been genuinely magical of late. First, we got the charm, humor, and animation brilliance of Puss In Boots: The Last Wish, an overwhelming critical and box office success. Then, in early 2023 we are treated to The Magician’s Elephant, helmed by first-time director Wendy Rogers. Rogers has been involved with animation and […]
INTERVIEW: A New Side Of The King With “Agent Elvis”
March 15th, 2023 Jackson Murphy After years in development, Sony Pictures Animation and Titmouse’s new adult action comedy series Agent Elvis finally debuts this Friday March 17th on Netflix. Academy Award winner Matthew McConaughey voices secret agent Elvis Presley in a fun, high-energy, unpredictable show that celebrates The King… and has Presley family approval. Showrunner, head writer and EP Mike […]
INTERVIEW: Pulling Back The Curtain On “The Magician’s Elephant”
March 7th, 2023 Jackson Murphy The Magician’s Elephant is the latest feature film adaptation of a book by beloved author Kate DiCamillo (The Tale of Despereaux, Because of Winn-Dixie). It debuts Friday March 17th on Netflix. Director Wendy Rogers and producer Julia Pistor share how the saga of Peter’s quest to find his sister, and the magician and elephant whose […]
INTERVIEW With “My Dad The Bounty Hunter” Duo
February 2nd, 2023 Jackson Murphy Everett Downing and Patrick Harpin are the creators, writers, directors and executive producers of the new Netflix sci-fi animated action comedy series My Dad The Bounty Hunter. It premieres next Thursday February 9th. When two kids discover their father is an outer space bounty hunter, they’re in for the adventure of their lives. In this […]
REVIEW: “Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio”
December 29th, 2022 Martin Goodman I have not seen every film based on Carlos Collodi’s 1883 Italian novel Pinnochio; the essential story has spawned countless variations and thematic similarities. In truth, I have seen six or seven, none especially notable other than the 1940 Disney animated classic, which remains the ne plus ultra of the bunch. That said, the 2022 […]
INTERVIEW: A Fun Time Talking “Sonic Prime”
December 12th, 2022 Jackson Murphy Sonic the Hedgehog zooms onto Netflix with the new CG animated series Sonic Prime. It premieres this Thursday December 15th. Deven Mack, the new voice of Sonic, and executive producer Logan McPherson are excited to share this cool, dramatic, action-packed and energetic entry in the SEGA saga. (This Animation Scoop Q&A was edited for length […]
TRAILER: Netflix’s “Scrooge: A Christmas Carol”
November 10th, 2022 Lauren Ashton Netflix’s Scrooge: A Christmas Carol is scheduled to debut on December 2nd, and today, Netflix has released a new trailer, key art, and images. “It’s been a fascinating challenge to adapt such a beloved and often-told story. I think this version will give those who know A Christmas Carol all the things they expect, but […]
FINAL TRAILER: “Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio”
November 9th, 2022 Jerry Beck Academy Award-winning filmmaker Guillermo del Toro reinvents Carlo Collodi’s classic tale of the wooden marionette in a new stop-motion feature, Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio. Directed by del Toro and Mark Gustafson (Fantastic Mr. Fox) the film premieres in theaters today (November 9th) in selected cities and on Netflix on December 9th. Here’s the final trailer:
