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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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LightBox Expo in Pasadena Returns on October 23-25: All Things Animation, Art, Film, Games and Community

LightBox Expo in Pasadena Returns on October 23-25: All Things Animation, Art, Film, Games and Community

Avatar photoJerry Beck|
September 2nd, 2026
Final Fantasy Artist, Yoshitaka Amano and Disney Legend, Eyvind Earle to Be Honored at the Concept Art Awards; Screenings, Panels, Demos and the Best Artist Alley on the Planet Are All at the 8th Annual Event.
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“Whoopi’s Wonderful World of Animation” at Tribeca 2026

“Whoopi’s Wonderful World of Animation” at Tribeca 2026

Avatar photoJackson Murphy|
June 6th, 2026
Kicking off coverage of the 2026 Tribeca Festival is the first of two groups selected by Academy Award winner Whoopi Goldberg. Here are my highlights of the seven shorts in "Whoopi's Wonderful World of Animation", as well as exclusive filmmaker statements for Animation Scoop.
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The Muskegon Museum of Art Announces a Landmark Exhibition showcasing the Women who shaped Animation History

The Muskegon Museum of Art Announces a Landmark Exhibition showcasing the Women who shaped Animation History

Avatar photoJerry Beck|
May 11th, 2026
The Muskegon Museum of Art is excited to announce HerStory of Animation: Mary Blair & Beyond, a groundbreaking exhibition that redefines the history of animation by shining a long-overdue spotlight on the women animators and artists behind many classic animated films.
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This Weekend in Berkeley: Pre-Code Cartoons, Brad Bird, China’s Lei Lei, Japan’s Masaaki Yuasa at GLAS

The 2nd annual GLAS Animation Festival is happening this weekend – Thursday (3/2) and runs through Sunday (3/5) – in Berkeley California, and its got a line-up that should appeal to anyone interested in the art of animation. I will be there to present a screening of Pre-Code Cartoons – Hollywood cartoons on the big […]
Avatar photoJerry Beck|March 1, 2017
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This Weekend in Berkeley: Pre-Code Cartoons, Brad Bird, China’s Lei Lei, Japan’s Masaaki Yuasa at GLAS

The Walt Disney Family Museum Presents Deja View: The Art of Andreas Deja

The next exhibition coming to The Walt Disney Family Museum this spring is a must-see: Deja View: The Art of Andreas Deja. It celebrates the work of one of the most accomplished character animators of our time. Running March 23rd through October 4th, the exhibition showcases original works on paper and maquettes of Deja’s most […]
Avatar photoJerry Beck|February 27, 2017
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The Walt Disney Family Museum Presents Deja View: The Art of Andreas Deja

Animation Restorations Highlight UCLA’s 2017 Festival of Preservation

UCLA Film & Television Archive’s 18th Festival of Preservation kicks off in early March with a showcase of the latest restoration projects from its renown archive. In addition to undiscovered gems from classic Hollywood, rare silents, the films of Laurel & Hardy, 1960s television specials – and much more – the archive is devoting one […]
Avatar photoJerry Beck|February 18, 2017
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Animation Restorations Highlight UCLA’s 2017 Festival of Preservation

New GLAS Animation Festival Trailer Is A Visual Knock-Out

The 2nd Annual GLAS Animation Festival in Berkeley California is fast approaching (it’s March 2nd-5th, 2017) and competition selections, curated programs, special guests, and the complete festival schedule will soon be announced. In the meantime, the absolutely dazzling 2017 GLAS Feastival Trailer was released today – and its a visual knock-out. Take a look:
Avatar photoJerry Beck|February 12, 2017
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New GLAS Animation Festival Trailer Is A Visual Knock-Out

Tuesday Night: “Valentoons” @ Cinefamily

In the cartoon world, marriage is not reserved exclusively for joining two humans. It can be between two mice, two wabbits — even a skunk and a pussycat! On Tuesday night, February 14th, Animation Scoop editor Jerry Beck opens the film vault and presents a collection of love-obsessed cartoon classics starring all your favorites, from […]
Avatar photoJerry Beck|February 12, 2017
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Tuesday Night: “Valentoons” @ Cinefamily

Saturday in Burbank: The Afternoon of Remembrance

This Saturday (2/11) at Noon will be the Afternoon of Remembrance, when the animation family comes together to laugh, cry and remember all our friends who departed last year. All are welcome – the doors open at noon for refreshments, the memorials start at 1pm. At the Animation Guild in Burbank – 1105 N. Hollywood […]
Avatar photoJerry Beck|February 10, 2017
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Saturday in Burbank: The Afternoon of Remembrance

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The Los Angeles Animation Festival Honors Chris Prynoski Nov 30-Dec 2

The LA Animation Festival today announced its 2018 honoree —artist, animator, director and Titmouse president and founder, Chris Prynoski. Titmouse – the independent, full-service, Emmy-award winning animation studio – was co-founded by Chris Prynoski and Shannon Prynoski. The studio produces original and licensed content including TV series, commercials, VR experiences, digital content, music videos and […]