Animation

Wanted to update everyone that you will be getting a sign up link tomorrow for consultations. Lauren Hackney i know you are intentional - we can work around your schedule :)

Feedback if you have gotten it yet it will be sent tomorrow am!

You all are super super talented !

Thank you for asking Evan Anglin but I'm flexible. Any time after 6am Brisbane time would suit me - that's 4hrs after the time we are already meeting. I can do most days because I mainly work from home.

I haven't had too much writers block at the moment. I'm very inspired with a tonne of stories rolling around in the grey matter.

But when I do I always reach out to my writing friends for support - they help me a lot! How do you deal with writers block?

hi Everyone - stage 32 should be sending a sign up link for this coming weekend. Lauren if those times do work with you, we can work out a time :)

Thank you!

Congratulations Aaron Engel this is a great milestone achieved for your script.

I know you are a script consultant, but you know how it goes, even Doctors need Doctors. What's next for you and the script? Will you be looking at getting a script editor to help you further improve the script ahead of other competitions? Or will you just be entering a few more competitions and seeing how it will fair?

There are some other competitions I can recommend.

Keep going Lucas Evangelista no matter how long it takes, nothing replaces the fulfillment of creating your own IP. Keep us posted on the journey. Keep working on it little by little every day. Build your audience.

Kevin Jackson This was really insightful, thank you for sharing. I’m still learning about all the different animation festivals, opportunities, and communities that are out there, so it’s great to see a breakdown like this.

I’d also be interested to hear from others who have submitted to these festivals and what their experiences were like. Beyond awards, I think the connections, exposure, and relationships built through these events can be just as valuable. Looking forward to learning more from everyone’s experiences.

I'm not too sure why my hyper link isn't working but everyone has provided great insight and perspective on this topic.

Remakes, in general, are getting out of hand. Just my opinion, some movies need to be left alone and not remade. And the box offices prove that sometimes. But it shows that production companies are not looking for original stories, but proven ones that already have a base. So far, only original stories that are financed are from certain directors with a track record of success (Sinners, Avatar, etc).

Thanks, Cyrus. I completely agree. One thing that excites me about original animation is that it allows us to create worlds and characters that simply couldn’t exist any other way. Today’s originals have the chance to become the classics that future generations will one day want to revisit. Hopefully the industry continues making room for both fresh voices and thoughtful reinterpretations of beloved stories.

John E. Bias I'd say I've seen varying perspectives on this topic. While many people feel remakes have become overused, others enjoy them when they bring a fresh perspective or take advantage of new filmmaking techniques.

I do think you're right that studios often lean toward established IP because it comes with built-in audience recognition, which can make financing less risky. At the same time, original films can absolutely succeed when they're given the right support and connect with audiences. It's an interesting balance between managing business risk and fostering creative innovation, and it's a conversation that's likely to continue as the industry evolves.

Charmane Wedderburn I couldn't agree more. One of animation's greatest strengths is that it isn't limited by the physical world, it's a medium where entirely new worlds, characters, and ideas can come to life in ways that live action often can't.

I also like your point about today's originals becoming tomorrow's classics. Every beloved franchise started as an original idea, and that's why it's so important to keep investing in new stories alongside revisiting older ones. There's definitely room for both, especially when each project is approached with a clear creative purpose.

Mercy James Hi! Welcome to the community, you’re definitely in the right place.

Your background in branding, promotional design, posters, and social media graphics is a great fit for the animation industry. Those visual assets play a huge role in helping animated projects connect with audiences, both during production and after release.

There are a lot of talented animators, directors, producers, and artists here who are always looking to build relationships with creatives who can elevate their projects. I hope you make some great connections, and I look forward to seeing your work and following your journey. Welcome aboard!

Gurpreet Singh I've thought about this quite a bit, although more from the perspective of retelling historical moments through film. Movies like They Cloned Tyrone and Sorry to Bother You do a great job of layering deeper meaning beneath the surface while drawing inspiration from real-world history and social issues.

I think animation could do something similar. It has the freedom to blend mythology, folklore, and history in ways that feel both imaginative and impactful. I'd love to see more animated features that reinterpret lesser-known historical events or cultural stories through a fresh lens, using symbolism and visual storytelling to spark curiosity and encourage audiences to learn more about the real history behind them.

Animation has such a unique ability to preserve stories while also inviting new generations to engage with them in meaningful ways.

I've already done this. Based on Dante's Inferno, I wrote a feature screenplay, "Inferno: New Orleans." Satan has opened the gates of hell and is marching on the world of the living. The protagonist leads a small group of recon U.S. Marines into hell to see where Satan's army is to stage a counteroffensive. It has placed highly in many contests and film festivals. And I'm pitching it as a feature-length animated film.

John E. Bias Thats interesting.

Best of luck!

Nice post

Wonderful post, Bliss! You're on an excellent journey through storytelling. Keep being amazing!

Am really glad Robin Gregory, thank you

Bliss Ganza Demon Slayer is actually on my list to watch, and posts like this keep moving it higher. I've heard so many great things about how it balances incredible visuals with strong emotional storytelling.

I completely agree that the best action scenes are the ones that reveal something about the characters. Spectacle can grab your attention, but it's the emotional investment that makes those moments memorable. I'm looking forward to finally watching Demon Slayer to see how it accomplishes that.

thank you very much Cyrus Sales

I agree with you. Adult animation has been a huge industry that continues to grow. As someone who loves animated shows and movies, I’m excited for it to keep unfurling.

Dwayne Williams I love this perspective. The Boondocks is one of those shows that proved animation could tackle complex social issues without sacrificing humor or entertainment. It really did carve out its own space in adult animation.

It's been a while since I've watched it, and your post makes me want to go back and revisit the series. I have a feeling I'll pick up on a lot more now than I did the first time around.

The Boondocks is one of my all-time favorite animated television shows. It would have my wife and me crying with laughter. But at the same time, it told a story about how the culture can bring itself down by doing some dumb stuff and trying to promote it as okay.

Banafsheh Esmailzadeh I had no idea this was actually the origin of that soundbite! It was funny to watch and one of those moments where you realize you've heard something everywhere without ever knowing where it came from.

Cyrus Sales right?! I was surprised, too (still have to watch the anime, I loved the Horimiya manga), that this is where it came from, and it's even better in context. Anime just rules lol so much meme fodder~