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Mickey Mouse

Mickey Mouse is an cartoon character co-created in 1928 by Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks.

Spider-Ham

Spider-Ham (Peter Porker) is a superhero appearing in Marvel Comics. The character is an anthropomorphic pig and is a parody version of Spider-Man. He was created by Larry Hama, Tom DeFalco, and Mark Armstrong.

KENEDA

Kaneda, the leader of a motorcycle gang in Katsuhiro Otomo’s classic anime feature AKIRA (1988).

Daffy Duck

Daffy Duck was created by Tex Avery for Leon Schlesinger Productions. He has appeared in cartoon series such as Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies, in which he is usually depicted as a foil for either Bugs Bunny, Porky Pig, or Speedy Gonzales.

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ASIFA Panel at Anime Expo: “Breaking Into Anime & Animation: How Studios Find and Hire Talent”

ASIFA Panel at Anime Expo: “Breaking Into Anime & Animation: How Studios Find and Hire Talent”

Avatar photoJerry Beck|
July 1st, 2026
ASIFA-Hollywood will host a panel discussion during Anime Expo 2026 this Saturday, July 4 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA. The panel will meet in Room 409AB at 4:15 p.m., and seating is first-come, first-served.
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Asifa-Hollywood Adds Two More To Its Advisory Board

Asifa-Hollywood Adds Two More To Its Advisory Board

Avatar photoJerry Beck|
June 23rd, 2026
ASIFA-Hollywood has recommended two new members to its Advisory Board - Hannah Minghella and Alex Woo. In 2025, ASIFA-Hollywood created the Board, its members hand selected by ASIFA’s board of directors.
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Animation Educators Forum to Host Salon with Animation Industry Veteran Tom Sito

Animation Educators Forum to Host Salon with Animation Industry Veteran Tom Sito

Avatar photoLauren Ashton|
May 21st, 2026
ASIFA-Hollywood’s Animation Educators Forum (AEF) will host its 10th Salon Zoom meeting, A Personal Journey through the Toon Renaissance of the 1990s with animation industry veteran Tom Sito on Thursday, May 28th, 6 p.m. Pacific Time. To join this program, please click this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81881511353?pwd=KYc5lQVUaYitxpO2IyvzX8yymaxcC1.1 In the 1980s, animated cartoons were seen as an art […]
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2026 Student Animation Showcase “Call For Submissions” Now Live Through June 16th

“We are seeking the best final student short films of the year—projects that demonstrate creativity, originality, and a bold vision for the future of animation.,” says Michael Bonitatis, chair, AEF Student Animation Showcase.
Avatar photoJerry Beck|April 30, 2026
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2026 Student Animation Showcase “Call For Submissions” Now Live Through June 16th

Asifa-Hollywood Creates New Online Membership

New online membership which provides virtual membership benefits for people living outside of Southern California, including access to the Annie Awards voter application, ‘For Your Consideration’ online award screeners, weekly membership e-newsletters, etc.
Avatar photoJerry Beck|April 28, 2026
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Asifa-Hollywood Creates New Online Membership

ASIFA-HOLLYWOOD Launches First-Ever ‘Annie Awards Qualifying Festival’ List

We’re seeking festivals that are not only respected by their peers but also serve as influential voices within the animation community,” said ASIFA-Hollywood Executive Director Aubry Mintz. “The top prize winners at these festivals will be allowed to submit their work to corresponding Annie categories with no submission fee.”
Avatar photoJerry Beck|April 23, 2026
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ASIFA-HOLLYWOOD Launches First-Ever ‘Annie Awards Qualifying Festival’ List

Animation Educators Forum Now Accepting Applications for Annual Faculty Grants

The application deadline is Friday, May 22, 2026, and recipients will be announced in mid-June. Awards will range from US $1,000 to a maximum of US $5,000 per applicant.
Avatar photoJerry Beck|April 13, 2026
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Animation Educators Forum Now Accepting Applications for Annual Faculty Grants

“K-Pop Demon Hunters” Sweep Annie Awards

ARCO wins Best Feature-Independent; Pixar's WIN OR LOSE named Best Limited TV Series; SNOW BEAR takes Best Short. A complete list of winners.
Avatar photoJerry Beck|February 22, 2026
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“K-Pop Demon Hunters” Sweep Annie Awards

ASIFA-HOLLYWOOD Launches Inaugural Grant Program – The Will Ryan Excellence In Humor Award

ASIFA-Hollywood announced today the launch of its newest grant program, The Will Ryan Excellence in Humor Award, that encourages and recognizes emerging and talented individuals for their contributions to further the innovative future of animation with an emphasis on humor.
Avatar photoJerry Beck|February 11, 2026
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ASIFA-HOLLYWOOD Launches Inaugural Grant Program – The Will Ryan Excellence In Humor Award
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ASIFA Panel at Anime Expo: “Breaking Into Anime & Animation: How Studios Find and Hire Talent”

ASIFA-Hollywood will host a panel discussion during Anime Expo 2026 this Saturday, July 4 at the Los Angeles Convention Center, 1201 S Figueroa St, Los Angeles, CA. The panel will meet in Room 409AB at 4:15 p.m., and seating is first-come, first-served.