Indie Studios

INTERVIEW: The Treats Of “Shaun The Sheep: The Beast Of Mossy Bottom”
The third Shaun the Sheep feature film "The Beast of Mossy Bottom" opens in theaters nationwide this Friday - and joining me for the Scoop interview is longtime Aardman art director Andy Brown.
‘Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom’: How Directors Steve Cox and Matthew Walker Brought Halloween to Aardman

‘Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom’: How Directors Steve Cox and Matthew Walker Brought Halloween to Aardman

Avatar photoBill Desowitz|
September 11th, 2026
After embracing sci-fi shenanigans in Farmageddon, Aardman pivoted to Halloween hijinks for Shaun the Sheep: The Beast of Mossy Bottom.
INTERVIEW: The Layers Of “The Last Blossom”

INTERVIEW: The Layers Of “The Last Blossom”

Avatar photoJackson Murphy|
August 24th, 2026
The Last Blossom, a new animated feature for adults, is in theaters nationwide for two days only — Sunday Aug. 30 and Monday Aug. 31. It's absolutely worth seeing.

Latest in Category: Indie Studios

ANIME TRAILERS: GKIDS Announces 4K Theatrical Releases For Mamoru Hosoda Classics

On March 25, 2025, GKIDS announced the 4K restoration for three of acclaimed director Mamoru Hosoda’s greatest early films, bringing another round of screenings to their North American audiences. Starting the series of titles off is the love letter to single parents that is Wolf Children, starting May 11th and ending May 13th. Following the […]
Haylie Baker|March 28, 2025
ANIME TRAILERS: GKIDS Announces 4K Theatrical Releases For Mamoru Hosoda Classics

TOHO To Acquire GKIDS

Japanese entertainment leader Toho Co., Ltd. announced today that it has reached an agreement to acquire a 100% equity share of GKIDS, Inc., the Academy Award-winning North American animation producer and distributor. Financial terms were not disclosed. GKIDS, which maintains offices in New York and Los Angeles, will become a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Los […]
Avatar photoJerry Beck|October 15, 2024
TOHO To Acquire GKIDS

REVIEW: “Ghost Cat Anzu” Blu-Ray Released From GKIDS

Following its debut on streaming services on January 28th, GKID’S Ghost Cat Anzu made its way to home entertainment on March 4th! The newly released Blu-ray includes the film’s original teasers and trailers as special bonus features—plus, of course, the visually stunning film in high-definition quality. Ghost Cat Anzu is a heartwarming story, featuring endearing […]
Haylie Baker|March 5, 2025
REVIEW: “Ghost Cat Anzu” Blu-Ray Released From GKIDS

ANIME TRAILER: MBS Debuts “Witch Watch” Trailer With YOASOBI’s “Watch Me!” Theme Song

Last Sunday, on February 16, 2025, Mainichi Broadcasting System, Inc. (MBS) debuted a brand new trailer for Witch Watch, the highly anticipated anime adaptation of the hit Weekly Shonen Jump manga. The latest trailer treats fans to an early listen of the anime’s original theme song, “Watch Me!,” written exclusively for the series by the […]
Haylie Baker|February 20, 2025
ANIME TRAILER: MBS Debuts “Witch Watch” Trailer With YOASOBI’s “Watch Me!” Theme Song

GKIDS Gains Rights To “COLORFUL STAGE! The Movie: A Miku Who Can’t Sing”

On February 13, 2025, GKIDS announced that it had acquired the North American rights to COLORFUL STAGE! The Movie: A Miku Who Can’t Sing, which is set to premiere in North American theatres on April 11, 2025.  The upcoming film is based on the rhythm game HATSUNE MIKU: COLORFUL STAGE! Since its release in […]
Haylie Baker|February 17, 2025
GKIDS Gains Rights To “COLORFUL STAGE! The Movie: A Miku Who Can’t Sing”

INTERVIEW: Make Way For “Sirocco And The Kingdom Of Winds”

Sisters Carmen and Juliette venture into a world created by someone they love that’s filled with intense weather and strong emotions. What will they discover, and will they make it back home? Find out as GKIDS screens festival award-winning feature Sirocco and the Kingdom of Winds in theaters nationwide on Sunday August 11th and Monday […]
Avatar photoJackson Murphy|August 5, 2024
INTERVIEW: Make Way For “Sirocco And The Kingdom Of Winds”

GKids Presents Its Most Competitive Lineup To Date For Annecy 2025

Just yesterday, June 13th, GKIDS made its own history at the 2025 Annecy International Animation Film Festival in Annecy, France, with 4 new titles, 3 co-produced titles, and a 4K restoration for a 40th anniversary of Angel’s Egg. The North American studio known for elevating bold and talented artists brought its A-game for Annecy, upholding […]