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animation

[an-uh-may-shuhn] / ˌæn əˈmeɪ ʃən /


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"This is a weak opening for an original animation film from one of the major labels," Gross said, while noting that reviews were overwhelmingly positive.

From Barron's ● Sep. 27, 2026

AI imitation is a growing concern among performers worldwide, and the threat has roiled Japan's storied animation industry, whose voice actors are sometimes worshipped as much as their characters by fans.

From Barron's ● Sep. 27, 2026

“As we make this transition, Tippett Studio continues its visual effects and animation work across film, television and entertainment.”

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 31, 2026

He voiced depressive donkey Eeyore in TV animation The New Adventures of Winnie the Pooh from the late 1980s as well as numerous related shows, films and games.

From BBC ● Aug. 27, 2026

“But the animation is making this ten times harder than it needs to be.”

From "I Can Make This Promise" by Christine Day

As this technology developed, the photographs became more detailed and the animations swifter and smoother.

From Slate ● May 25, 2026

A framed screen displaying the original 2001 work from director Chris Columbus is untouched, but surrounding it are newly added digital animations designed to envelop guests.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 14, 2026

Louden says the actor insisted on doing as much as possible for the part, even recording incidental animations usually captured by a specialist performer.

From BBC ● Apr. 30, 2026

National regulations require microdrama makers to register to obtain a licence -- a step made mandatory for AI-generated animations from this month.

From Barron's ● Apr. 24, 2026

To help you imagine this, here are animations of a single wave reflecting back and forth and standing waves.

From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones




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