Missing Lynx Screening at Woodbury

Kandor-Moon and ASIFA-Hollywood invite you and a guest to a special screening of...

THE MISSING LYNX: PAWS ON THE RUN
(EL LINCE PERDIDO)
Tuesday, November 24, 2009 7:00 pm
Fletcher Jones Foundation Auditorium
Woodbury University
7500 Glenoaks Blvd.
Burbank, CA 91510

Immediately following the screening, please join us for a Q&A with with director Raul Garcia.

Admission is free. No reservations required. Space is limited. Seating is on a first come, first served basis.

About The Missing Lynx

Don't miss the Winner of the Goya Best Animated film! Felix the Lynx, an endangered feline prone to accidents, lives in the breathtaking landscapes of Southern Spain. Together with his motley crew of animal friends (featuring Gus the chameleon and Bea the wild goat) they're now fighting for their lives as they try to escape the blood thirsty Newmann, a world famous hunter hired by the eccentric millionaire Noah in his well meaning but dangerous plan to rescue every endangered species on earth. Co-produced by Antonio Banderas.

Running time: 97 minutes

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Cartoon Carnival With JoeBev

ASIFA-Hollywood invites you to a special radio show recording of...

Cartoon Carnival with Joe Bev
Monday, November 16, 2009 7:00 pm
Glendale Library Auditorium
222 E. Harvard St. Glendale, CA 91205

Admission is FREE. No reservations are required. All welcome. Proceeds from the sale of books to benefit the ASIFA-Hollywood Animation Archives.

Meet in-person: Joe Bev, June Foray, Bill Marx (son of Harpo); Mark Evanier; Earl Kress; Gregg Berger, and buy an autographed copy of Joe's Uncle Dunkle book, and June and Bill's autobiographies.

About CARTOON CARNIVAL with Joe Bev

From Mel Blanc to June Foray, from Disney to Hanna-Barbera, "Cartoon Carnival" is a lively hour of rare and classic cartoon audio, children's records, cartoon music and sound effects, new radio cartoons, interviews and mini-documentaries about the wonderful world of animation.

"The first radio cartoon show ever!"
Listen online EVERY day at http://www.shokusradio.com
3 PM (PDT), 5 PM (CT), 6 PM (ET)
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Members Only: 9 Screening and Panel

Focus Features and ASIFA-Hollywood invite you and a guest to a special screening of...

9
Thursday, November 19th 7:30 pm
Linwood Dunn Theater at the Pickford Center for Motion Picture Study
1313 Vine Street, Hollywood, CA

Immediately following the screening, please join us for a Q&A with Director Shane Acker, Cinematographer and Art Director Kevin Adams and Supervising Animator Kristin Solid.

RSVP required. Members, please see your email box for RSVP instructions. Entrance to hosted parking is on Homewood Avenue. This invitation is non-transferable. Space is limited. Seating is on a first come, first served basis.

About 9

Shane Acker won a Student Academy Award for his original short film "9." He now directs the animated fantasy epic feature 9, produced by directors Tim Burton and Timur Bekmambetov. When #9 (voiced by Elijah Wood) first comes to life, he finds himself in a post-apocalyptic world. All humans are gone, and it is only by chance that he discovers a community of other small beings like him taking refuge from fearsome machines that roam the landscape intent on doing them harm. Despite being the neophyte of the group, #9 convinces the others that hiding will do them no good. They must take the offensive if they are ever to survive, and they must discover why the machines want to destroy them in the first place. As they'll soon come to learn, the very future of civilization may depend on them.

A Focus Features presentation in association with Relativity Media of a Jim Lemley/Tim Burton/Timur Bekmambetov production, 9's voice cast includes Elijah Wood, John C. Reilly, Jennifer Connelly, Christopher Plummer, Crispin Glover, Martin Landau, and Fred Tatasciore. The film is produced by Jim Lemley, Tim Burton, Timur Bekmambetov, and Dana Ginsburg. The story is by Shane Acker, and the screenplay is by Pamela Pettler (Tim Burton's Corpse Bride, Monster House). The film is directed by Shane Acker.

MPAA-rated PG-13 (for violence and scary images)
Running time: 79 minutes

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Members Only: Up Screening With Pete Docter

Walt Disney Studios, Pixar Animation and ASIFA-Hollywood cordially invite you and a guest to a special screening of...

UP
Tuesday, October 27th 7:00pm
Mann Chinese 6 Theatre
6925 Hollywood Blvd

Immediately following the screening, please join us for a Q&A with director/writer Pete Docter, moderated by Jerry Beck

Members only. Reservations required. Members, see your email box for RSVP info. This invitation is non-transferable. Space is limited. Seating is on a first come, first served basis.

About UP

From Disney Pixar comes UP, a comedy adventure about 78-year-old balloon salesman Carl Fredricksen, who finally fulfills his lifelong dream of a great adventure when he ties thousands of balloons to his house and flies away to the wilds of South America. But he discovers all too late that his biggest nightmare has stowed away on the trip: an overly optimistic 8-year-old Wilderness Explorer named Russell. From the Academy Award-nominated director Pete Docter (Monsters, Inc.), Disney Pixar's UP invites you on a hilarious journey into a lost world, with the least likely duo on Earth.

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Event: Iron Giant Reunion

ASIFA-Hollywood invites you to attend...


IRON GIANT REUNION
Friday, October 23, 2009- 7:30 pm
Steven J. Ross Theater
Warner Bros Studio Lot
Burbank, CA

ASIFA-Hollywood will be celebrating the tenth anniversary of the 1999 animated masterpiece The Iron Giant, with an evening of lively discussion with some of the animators and crew members on Friday, October 23, 2009, at 7:30 p.m., at the Steven J. Ross Theater on the Warner Bros studio lot, in Burbank, California.

Parking will be at the Grant Parking Lot, on Barham Blvd across the street from Gate 2, near the Smoke House. Entrance will require photo- ID for WB Security.

The Event is Sold Out, however, a limited number of seats may become available. Please check back at this site. Ticket purchases are not refundable. We will be notifying ticket holders with confirmations by email soon. Parking is free. Proceeds benefit the ASIFA-Hollywood Animation Archive. This event is made possible by a generous grant from the Walter Lantz Foundation.

About The Iron Giant Reunion

ASIFA-Hollywood will celebrate the tenth anniversary of the Annie Awards winning 1999 animated masterpiece "The Iron Giant", with an evening with lively discussion with some of the animators and crew members on Friday, October 23, 2009.

Among the many artists expected to attend will be writer and director Brad Bird, background artist Anne Guenther, art director Alan Bodner, lead animator Steve Markowski, and artistic coordinator Scott Johnston. The panel will be moderated by animator Tom Sito.

"The Iron Giant is one of those rare films that flawlessly merged CG with traditional animation and represented superior storytelling," said ASIFA-Hollywood Vice-President Tom Sito. "ASIFA-Hollywood wants to showcase the individuals who made the iconic film, and the event will be extra-special with a rare appearance by Brad Bird."
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Members Only Screening: Coraline

Focus Features and ASIFA-Hollywood cordially invite members and their family (limit of 4) to celebrate Halloween at a special 3D Screening of...

CORALINE
Wednesday, October 28th 7:30 pm
ArcLight Hollywood
6360 Sunset Blvd, Hollywood

Immediately following the screening, please join us for a Q&A and light reception with writer/director Henry Selick.

Reservations required. Members, see your email box for RSVP info. Members only. Seating is on a first come, first served basis.

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Event: Iron Giant Reunion

ASIFA-Hollywood invites you to attend...


IRON GIANT REUNION
Friday, October 23, 2009- 7:30 pm
Steven J. Ross Theater
Warner Bros Studio Lot
Burbank, CA

ASIFA-Hollywood will be celebrating the tenth anniversary of the 1999 animated masterpiece “The Iron Giant”, with an evening of lively discussion with some of the animators and crew members on Friday, October 23, 2009, at 7:30 p.m., at the Steven J. Ross Theater on the Warner Bros studio lot, in Burbank, California.

Parking will be at the Grant Parking Lot, on Barham Blvd across the street from Gate 2, near the Smoke House. Entrance will require photo- ID for WB Security.

The Event is Sold Out, however, a limited number of seats may become available. Please check back at this site. Ticket purchases are not refundable. We will be notifying ticket holders with confirmations by email soon. Parking is free. Proceeds benefit the ASIFA-Hollywood Animation Archive. This event is made possible by a generous grant from the Walter Lantz Foundation.

About The Iron Giant Reunion

ASIFA-Hollywood will celebrate the tenth anniversary of the Annie Awards winning 1999 animated masterpiece "The Iron Giant", with an evening with lively discussion with some of the animators and crew members on Friday, October 23, 2009.

Among the many artists expected to attend will be writer and director Brad Bird, background artist Anne Guenther, art director Alan Bodner, lead animator Steve Markowski, and artistic coordinator Scott Johnston. The panel will be moderated by animator Tom Sito.

"The Iron Giant is one of those rare films that flawlessly merged CG with traditional animation and represented superior storytelling," said ASIFA-Hollywood Vice-President Tom Sito. "ASIFA-Hollywood wants to showcase the individuals who made the iconic film, and the event will be extra-special with a rare appearance by Brad Bird."
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Event: ASIFA Discount to the CTN Animation Expo

Mark the date and make reservations now for the...

CTN Animation Expo
November 20-22, 2009
Burbank Convention Center

The Creative Talent Network Animation Expo (CTN-X) announces a host of special events for professional artists, art students and industry executives. Attendees will enjoy: Portfolio Reviews, "Raising the Bar" recruiting, Talent Mixers, Breakfast with the Pros, Art Contests judged by industry leaders, live demonstrations, prizes and more. After hours, the fun continues with "CTN-X @ Nite" networking mixers and VIP Receptions. CTN-X takes place at the Burbank Marriott Convention Center with ample discounted parking, conveniently located across the street from the Burbank Airport and Amtrak Station. Register today online to receive early bird prices of $25 for the exhibit floor only, $40 for a day pass and $100 for a 3-day pass. Discounted rates are available to students, active military and professional industry organizations. Space limited so sign up today. For more information and to register, please visit:

www.ctnanimationexpo.com

...or call, (800) 604-2238 and mention the special ASIFA-Hollywood discount code "ASIFAX09" to obtain an extra 10% off any 1 day or 3 day professional/general passport.

To Register Online:

One Day Admission Signup Page

Three Day Admission Signup Page
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Members Only Screening: Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs

Sony Pictures Animation Cordially invites ASIFA members and a guest to a special advance 3-D screening of...

Cloudy With A Chance of Meatballs
Thursday, September 17, 2009 7:30 p.m.
The Samuel Goldwyn Theater
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences
8949 Wilshire Blvd.
Beverly Hills, CA 90211

Q&A with Filmmakers to follow screening

Members Only / RSVP Required

See your email for RSVP instructions. If you did not receive the email announcement, contact membership@asifa-hollywood.org to have your email address added to the list. Most ASIFA-Hollywood communications go out via email. It is vital that you keep your address on our list up to date.
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Comic Con: ASIFA Program Schedule

ASIFA-Hollywood invites you to join us at...



COMIC-CON 2009
San Diego Convention Center
San Diego, California
July 23 -26, 2009


Visit us at Booth #5334 (To the right of the main entrance, against the lobby side wall) to get information on ASIFA-Hollywood membership, upcoming programs, the Annie Awards and the Animation Archive. The entire ASIFA-Hollywood Animation Archive Database, which includes over 5,000 animated films and 15,000 images will be on hand for you to browse and enjoy. Stop by and see all the treasures!

ASIFA-Hollywood will also be presenting the following programs at Comic- Con:

Friday, July 24, 2009

2:30 pm -3:30 pm: State of the Animation Industry-- ASIFA-Hollywood's annual overview of trends in the animation industry. In this turbulent economy, how is the animation industry faring? Can games take up the slack? Is 2D coming back? Moderated by Tom Sito (Shrek, The Lion King). Panelists include Raul Garcia (The Missing Lynx), Frank Gladstone (producer, Starz Media, Dreamworks), Jun Falkenstein (The Tigger Movie, Mulan II), Helen Jen (Games), and Stephen Silver (Kim Possible) Room 10

Friday, July 24, 2009

9:00 pm -10:00 pm: Worst Cartoons Ever-- Animation historian Jerry Beck (Cartoon Brew) returns with an all new program of some of the worst cartoons ever made, including the Phys Ed super-hero Mighty Mr. Titan, space cadet Johnny Cypher and that crimefighting commander-in-chief, Super President. Have a ball with the best/bad animation ever! Room 6BCF

Saturday, July 25, 2009

5:00 pm - 6:00 pm What Is an Animated Film?-- Many people view animation as a genre. Like "westerns" and "science fiction," animation has come to follow a few tightly defined sets of conventions—anime, funny animal, and fairy tales form the basis of most animated cartoons. But animation is much more than just that. It is a medium capable of expressing a wide range of styles and stories. In this screening and talk, Stephen Worth, director of the ASIFA-Hollywood Animation Archive, presents examples of animated films that don't follow the established formulas—films that experiment with technique and storytelling to push the envelope of the definition of animation. Room 3

Hope to see you at the Con!

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Screening: Battle for Terra

ASIFA-Hollywood invites members and a guest to a special screening of...

BATTLE FOR TERRA
Thursday, April 30, 2009 7:30pm
Arclight Hollywood Cinema
6360 W Sunset Blvd
Los Angeles, CA 90028

MEMBERS ONLY. Q & A with Director Aristomenis Tsirbas immediately following the screening. The deadline to RSVP is Monday, April 27, 2009. Members, see your email box for RSVP info.

ABOUT THE FILM

When the peaceful inhabitants of the beautiful planet Terra come under attack from the last surviving members of humanity adrift in an aging spaceship, the stage is set for an all-out war between the two races for control of the planet. But will an unlikely friendship between a rebellious young Terrian (voiced by Evan Rachel Wood) and an injured human pilot (Luke Wilson) somehow convince their leaders that war is not the answer?

A CG-animated science fiction action adventure, Battle for Terra is directed by Aristomenis Tsirbas (The Freak, Terra) from a screenplay by Evan Spiliotopoulos (The Jungle Book 2) and Tsirbas. The film is voiced by an all-star cast including Evan Rachel Wood, Luke Wilson, Brian Cox, David Cross, Justin Long, Amanda Peet, Dennis Quaid, Chris Evans, James Garner, Danny Glover and more. The film is produced by Keith Calder, Ryan Colucci, Dane Allan Smith and Jessica Wu, with original music by Abel Korzeniowski. The film's editors are J. Kathleen Gibson and Jim May.

Living in perfect harmony in gravity-defying cities above the clouds, the inhabitants of the planet Terra are complete strangers to war. So when Terra is invaded by human beings fleeing a civil war and environmental catastrophe, many of the Terrians at first welcome the invaders as gods. Only the feisty young Mala (Evan Rachel Wood) fights back, luring one of the invading spacecrafts to destruction after her father is abducted, then rescuing its pilot- a human named Jim (Luke Wilson).

In return for saving his life, Jim promises to help Mala find her father, taking her on a perilous journey to the Ark- the humans' aging mother ship. Along the way, Mala and Jim learn that their people really aren't so different from one another. But with the Earthforce army poised to invade Terra and render it uninhabitable for Terrians, Mala and Jim must find a way to help the two races coexist- before it's too late.

85 min. / PG / In RealD 3D
http://www.battleforterra.com
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Screening: Glago's Guest Dec 17

Walt Disney Animation Studios and ASIFA-Hollywood invite members and up to 3 guests to a screening of...

GLAGO'S GUEST



A Russian soldier stationed at a remote guardhouse is forever changed by a mysterious stranger.

Director: Chris Williams
Producer: Chuck Williams
Music: John Brion

Wednesday, December 17, 2008 at 7:30 p.m.
Walt Disney Animation Studios Theater
2100 Riverside Drive
Burbank, CA 91506

GLAGO'S GUEST Screening followed by a Behind-the-Scenes look at the film with Chris Williams

Members only. Reservations required. Please see your email box for RSVP instructions. The deadline to RSVP is December 15, 2008

Please Note: It's important for members to keep their email addresses current on our mailing list. Most correspondence between ASIFA-Hollywood and its members goes out via email. To update your contact info, please email membership@asifa-hollywood.org.

ABOUT THE FILM

Conceived and directed by Chris Williams (who made his feature directing debut this year with Disney's animated comedy-fantasy "Bolt"), "Glago's Guest" follows the intriguing and thought-provoking story of a lonely Russian soldier stationed in a remote Siberian outpost. When the soldier's solitude is interrupted one day by the arrival of a strange new "guest," Glago is jolted out of his uneventful daily routine but soon comes to realize that things aren't always what they appear to be. With its bold art direction, stark but stylish depiction of the frozen Russian landscape, and inspired computer-animation, "Glago's Guest" is an exciting, entertaining, and original short film that uses the medium to full advantage.

The short has been nominated for four Annie Awards in the categories of:
Best Animated Short Subject
Andy Harkness for Production Design in an Animated Television Production or Short Film
Chris Williams for Storyboarding in an Animated Television Production or Short Film
Chris Williams for Writing in an Animated Television Production or Short Film
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Screening: Waltz With Bashir

Sony Pictures Classics and ASIFA-Hollywood invite members and a guest to a screening of...


WALTZ WITH BASHIR
Tuesday, December 2, 2008 7:00 p.m.
Mann's Chinese 6
6801 Hollywood Blvd.
Hollywood, CA 90028

Introduction by "Waltz With Bashir" Writer/Director Ari Folman. Seating is limited. Members only. Reservations required. Please see your email box for RSVP instructions.

Please Note: It's important for members to keep their email addresses current on our mailing list. Most correspondence between ASIFA-Hollywood and its members goes out via email. To update your contact info, please email membership@asifa-hollywood.org.

ABOUT THE FILM

This mesmerizing and gripping animated documentary begins one night at a bar, when an old friend tells director Ari about a recurring nightmare in which he is chased by 26 vicious dogs. Every night, the same number of beasts. The two men conclude that there's a connection to their Israeli Army mission in the first Lebanon War of the early eighties. Ari is surprised that he can't remember a thing anymore about that period of his life. Intrigued by this riddle, he decides to meet and interview old friends and comrades around the world. He needs to discover the truth about that time and about himself. As Ari delves deeper and deeper into the mystery, his memory begins to creep up in surreal images...

Rated R - 87 min. - In Hebrew with English subtitles
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Screening: Tales of Despereaux

Universal Pictures and ASIFA-Hollywood invites members and a guest to a screening of...


Monday, November 24, 2008 7:30 PM
Grove Stadium 14 Theaters
189 The Grove Drive L-80
Los Angeles, CA 90036

Followed by a Q&A with writer-producer, Gary Ross, and director, Sam Fell. Complimentary parking included. Seating is limited. Members only. Reservations required. Please see your email box for RSVP instructions.

Please Note: It's important for members to keep their email addresses current on our mailing list. Most correspondence between ASIFA-Hollywood and its members goes out via email. To update your contact info, please email membership@asifa-hollywood.org.

ABOUT THE FILM

Once upon a time, in the faraway kingdom of Dor, there was magic in the air, laughter aplenty and gallons of mouthwatering soup. But an accident left the King broken-hearted, the Princess filled with longing and the townsfolk without their soup. Sunlight disappeared. The world became gray. All hope was lost in this land... until Despereaux Tilling was born.

A modern fairy tale, The Tale of Despereaux tells the story of four unlikely heroes: Despereaux (Matthew Broderick), a brave mouse banished to the dungeon for speaking with a human; Roscuro (Dustin Hoffman), a good-hearted rat who loves light and soup, but is exiled to darkness; Pea (Emma Watson), a Princess in a gloomy castle who is prisoner to her father's grief; and Mig (Tracey Ullman), a servant girl who longs to be a Princess, but is forced to serve the jailer.

Tiny and graced with oversized ears, Despereaux was born too big for his little world. Refusing to live his life cowering, he befriends a Princess named Pea and learns to read (rather than eat) books- reveling in stories of knights, dragons and fair maidens. Banished from Mouseworld for being more man than mouse, Despereaux is rescued by another outcast, Roscuro, who also wants to hear the tales. But when the Princess dismisses Roscuro's friendship, he becomes the ultimate rat and plots revenge with fellow outsider Mig.

After Pea is kidnapped, Despereaux discovers he is the only one who can rescue her... and that even the tiniest mouse can find the courage of a knight in shining armor. In this tale of bravery, forgiveness and redemption, one small creature will teach a kingdom that it takes only a little light to show the truth: what you look like doesn't equal what you are.

Running Time: 93 minutes

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Screening: Bolt

Walt Disney Pictures and ASIFA-Hollywood cordially invite ASIFA-Hollywood members and their family (limit 4) to a screening of...

Saturday, November 22, 2008 3:00 pm
Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Theatre
5230 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91601

Q&A with Directors Chris Williams and Byron Howard immediately following the screening, along with a special presentation of the animated short GLAGO'S GUEST

Free Parking in the structure only.

Members only. Reservations required. Please see your email box for RSVP instructions.

Please Note: It's important for members to keep their email addresses current on our mailing list. Most correspondence between ASIFA-Hollywood and its members goes out via email. To update your contact info, please email membership@asifa-hollywood.org.
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Screening WALL-E

Disney/Pixar and ASIFA-Hollywood Cordially Invite You And Your Family (limit 4) to a screening of...


WALL-E
Wednesday, October 29, 2008 7:00 pm
Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Theatre
5230 Lankershim Blvd.
North Hollywood, CA 91601
RSVP Required (see your email box for information)

Q&A with Director/Writer Andrew Stanton immediately following the
screening.

Seating is limited. See your email box for RSVP instructions. Most of the communication between ASIFA-Hollywood and its members is via email. If you did not receive a notice on this screening, please contact membership@asifa-hollywood.org to check your status on our mailing list.

Free Parking in the structure only.
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Event: Don Hahn's Alchemy of Animation

In celebration of the release of Don Hahn's latest book, The Alchemy of Animation, Woodbury University and ASIFA-Hollywood invite you to attend a panel discussion hosted by Author/Producer Don Hahn
Featuring several of the most influential animators working today...

• James Baxter ("Beauty and the Beast," "The Lion King," "Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron," "Shrek 2", "Enchanted")


• Mike Belzer ("The Nightmare Before Christmas," "James and the Giant Peach," "Meet the Robinsons," the upcoming "Bolt")


• Nik Ranieri ("Beauty and the Beast," "Hercules," "Meet the Robinsons," the upcoming "The Princess and the Frog")

Don Hahn and his panel of colleagues from the past 20 years will share their insights into the highly creative and involved process of making animated films across a variety of mediums - traditional, computer and stop-motion animation - as reflected in The Alchemy of Animation. The varied experience and talent among this group will serve students and fans of animation well through this educational yet entertaining gathering.

Monday, October 20, 2008, 7:00 p.m
Fletcher Jones Foundation Auditorium
Woodbury University
7500 Glenoaks Blvd.
Burbank, CA 91510
ASIFA-Hollywood Members and their Guests Only
RSVP Required

Following the panel discussion, Don Hahn will sign copies of his book, The Alchemy of Animation. A limited number of copies of the book will be available for purchase at the event. Proceeds from the sale of books to benefit the ASIFA-Hollywood Animation Archive.

ABOUT THE ALCHEMY OF ANIMATION

The swift stroke of a pencil, the delicate positioning of a puppet, and the intricate process of building a 3D-render: these are but a few of the magical elements presented by Academy Award nominated producer Don Hahn in his book The Alchemy of Animation. This overview of the animation process across three mediums- hand-drawn, stop-motion and computer-generated- provides an entertaining and informed look at the sorcery behind the creation of such diverse Disney classics as Dumbo, The Nightmare Before Christmas and Toy Story, among others. Fans will appreciate the rarely seen artwork ranging from Snow White to the upcoming Bolt, and students of animation will relish the insider's look at the many steps involved in making such masterpieces.


ABOUT DON HAHN

One of the most successful producers working in Hollywood today, Don Hahn has been working creatively as a filmmaker at The Walt Disney Studios for over 30 years. In the realm of animation, Hahn produced the classic "Beauty and the Beast," which became the first animated film to receive a Best Picture nomination from the Motion Picture Academy. His next film, "The Lion King," broke box-office records around the world to become the top-grossing traditionally animated film in Disney history as well as a long-running blockbuster Broadway musical. Hahn's other animated films include "The Hunchback of Notre Dame," "Atlantis: The Lost Empire," and the 2006 short "The Little Matchgirl" which earned Hahn his second Oscar nomination. He is currently developing the stop-motion animated feature "Frankenweenie" with director Tim Burton. Hahn has authored three books on the art of animation, including The Alchemy of Animation.

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VES: Panel Discussion on Working Overseas

Today we are all living in a global economy and many of us have been or will be called on to work in other countries at some point during our careers. Our panelists, who have all had a great deal of experience working outside the United States, will discuss many issues. They will cover everything from language issues to cultural faux pas, monetary realities to food and lodging, family adjustments to reintegrating back into the US, and much, much more. This will be a most enlightening and, we suspect, occasionally humorous event.

MODERATORS:
Frank Gladstone, globe trotting Emmy award winning Animation/Visual Effects Consultant
Art Durinski, Visual Effects Supervisor/Computer Animation Director, who has done extensive work in Japan and China

PANELISTS:
Director, Tony Leondis (Igor, Lilo and Stitch 2: Stitch has a Glitch)
Visual Effects Supervisor, Mike Fink (Academy Award winner- Golden Compass)
Visual Effects Supervisor, Tim McGovern (Academy Award winner- Total Recall)
Visual Effects Producer, Janet Muswell Hamilton (Dragonball, Snakes on a Plane)

If you haven't already worked out of the country, the day may come when you will be offered that opportunity. It could be as close as Canada or Mexico, or as far away as China, India or New Zealand. "Working Overseas" will be a good way to share your own adventures as well as learn form others who have had the experience. We hope to see you at the panel.

RSVPs: VES Members: Log on to: www.visualeffectssociety.com for reservations.
Non VES Members: Contact VES Office at (818) 981-786 for reservations.
FEES: FREE for VES Members. All non-members $10.00

The "Working Overseas" event will be held at Sony Imageworks' Ince Theatre, 9050 West Washington Blvd. Culver City on Thursday, October 16th, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served.
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Panel: Technology and the Future of Character Animation

The Future of Character Animation:
What Do New Technologies Mean To Artists?

This panel is designed to address the changes that advances in animation technologies are making to how animation is produced and what that means to animation artists. Performance capture techniques are here to stay, but it has also been repeatedly shown that more traditional means of bringing characters to life still have a major role to play in animation production.

What does all of this mean to the artists, performers, actors and technologists who must work together? How do studios, directors, producers, and supervisors decide which techniques will bring their vision to the screen? It is our hope that this panel will creatively enlighten us with discussions of real solutions and guidelines for the individuals who do and love animation.

Moderator:
Frank Gladstone, Gladstone Film, Inc.

Panelists (Schedule Permitting):
Ken Duncan, Duncan Studio (3D Key Frame Animation)
Don Hahn, Disney (2D Hand Drawn Animation)
Steve Chiodo, Chiodo Brothers (Stop Motion Animation)
Dave Barclay, Perform FX (Puppet Capture Technology)
Michelle Papandrew, Cartoon Network (Flash Animation)
Ken McDonald, Sony Pictures Imageworks, (Motion Capture)

Saturday, January 19th, 2008
11am - 1pm
Sony Pictures Imageworks
Ince Theater
9050 W Washington Bl
Culver City, CA

Visual Effects Society Members: Free
ASIFA Members, Students & Union Members: $10
All Others: $20

RSVP Required: Call VES at 818 981-7861

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