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Today's Highlight - July 11th, 2008 8:16 PM by Aaron H. Bynum

The U.S. anime industry has changed much since last year's AX convention. Clarified and highlighted here are the key announcements of Anime Expo 2008. Inside this report you can read through new Japanese animation title announcements and series acquisitions. Of which FUNimation absorbs more than four-dozen properties from other distributors; Nozomi Ent. continues to grow; the Sci Fi Channel adds new content; and ADV Film begins the rebuilding process.

Today's Highlight - June 26th, 2008 1:34 PM by Aaron H. Bynum

Animation Insider recently had the opportunity speak with media research analyst Duncan Morris, the VP of Research and Market Development for Turner Asia. A veteran of kid's media analysis and lifestyle observation, Morris recently wrapped up Cartoon Network India's New Generations survey, a profile of children in India and their media consumption habits. The New Generations survey provides a comprehensive look at the evolving reach and penetration of Indian kid's media.

written by: Kyle Luna published: July 23rd, 2008

Original animated television series 'Avatar: the Last Airbender' registered all-time series highs with key demographics. Earning the top spot with kid and tween audiences, the full week of new 'Avatar' episodes reached, astoundingly, nearly 20 million total viewers. One of the most profound and inspiring season conclusions TV animation has seen in years, the finale of 'Avatar: the Last Airbender' is still fresh in the minds of many.

written by: Aaron H. Bynum published: July 23rd, 2008

New animation is coming down the pipe for TELETOON, it's evening programming segment TELETOON Detour, and sister-channel TELETOON Retro. Program additions and series continuations in the form of 'Ben 10: Alien Force' and 'The Spectacular Spider-Man'; 'Lucy: The Daughter of the Devil' and 'The Critic'; and 'Fraggle Rock' and 'The Smurfs' are all slated to air. Series air dates and details inside.

written by: Aaron H. Bynum published: July 23rd, 2008

Established children's media observer KIDS FIRST! released their list of the top 100 Kids Films, as voted on by contributers. The list includes a healthy number of animated titles, many of which were produced by Disney. Films on the list nevertheless provide a good range of style and story: 'An American Tail' (1986), 'The Iron Giant' (1999), 'Mulan' (1998).

written by: Aaron H. Bynum published: July 23rd, 2008

The teenage adventures of Ben, Gwen and Kevin will transition to live-action, as Cartoon Network has begun development on a live-action film presentation of it's hit series 'Ben 10: Alien Force.' On tap for staff includes Alex Winter as director ('Ben 10: Race Against Time') and John Turman as writer ('Rise of the Silver Surfer').

written by: Aaron H. Bynum published: July 21st, 2008

Television animation 'Tan' (2009) from Lincoln Butterfield animation studios, a kung-fu comedy series, has found worldwide licensing and distribution group PorchLight Entertainment as its guiding light. Lincoln Butterfield fields input from a group of industry veterans such as Robert Hughes ('Phineas and Ferb') and Mitch Schauer ('Angry Beavers').

written by: Cody Silfies published: July 18th, 2008

Review of Pixar Animation Studios' latest film, 'Wall-E.' What happens when humans leave earth - and forget to turn off the last robot? Pixar chronicles the adventures of Wall-E, the sole remaining being on earth, left to clean up the mess we left behind. Does Andrew Stanton's film have enough heart in it's mechanical body, or is it just another mess for Wall-E to clean up?

written by: Aaron H. Bynum published: July 18th, 2008

A slew of co-branded apparel featuring Cartoon Network's original television animation 'Ben 10: Alien Force' is scheduled to launch early next year with an expanded partnership with the National Basketball Association. The action-adventure series will arrive on t-shirts and hoodies along with NBA team logo and mascot designs.

written by: Aaron H. Bynum published: July 18th, 2008

New broadcast deals for 'Code Lyoko,' 'The Fantastic Four' and other animated titles are heading to territories in Latin America and Central/Eastern Europe. Taffy Entertainment's latest sales for terrestrial television come as a compliment to the global presence of parent company The MoonScoop Group. Other titles sold: 'Pet Alien' and 'Growing Up Creepie.'

written by: Aaron H. Bynum published: July 16th, 2008

Astral Media's Playhouse Disney Canada is looking to partner with production group in the realm of children's programming. Offering a million dollars in financial support, Playhouse Disney Canada ('Franny's Feet,' 'Benjamin Bear') wants to provide an open and competitive production environment while supplying caretakers with quality content for young children.

written by: Aaron H. Bynum published: July 16th, 2008

The digital department of TELETOON has recently gained Caroline Soucy as its new Director of Interactive and Libby Brewer-Dulac as a manager of design. Looking to enhance viewer experience with better online gameplay, social media initiatives, and TV tie-ins, TELETOON Interactive is seeking to keep up to speed with its broadcast counterpart.