The Animashow - Episode 1 - Season 3
SUMMARY
Step into the exciting world of animated filmmaking with Benjamin Renner and Guylo Homsy, the dynamic duo of directors behind the captivating film MIGRATION. Get ready for a rollercoaster ride as they spill the beans on the film's eye-popping graphics and chat about its potential to shake up pop culture. The movie scored $285M at the Box Office for a budget of $70M. Do the math. These two maestros open up about their colorful backgrounds, spill secrets on collaborating with screenwriters, and give a nod to the legendary Chris Meledandri's - the founder of Illumination Entertainment - magic touch. Dive into the nitty-gritty of casting voice actors and how the film's look transformed during production. From the buzz-worthy team behind the scenes to the mesmerizing cloud and snow scenes in the movie, nothing is off-limits. Discover their take on New York City's cinematic makeover and how they balanced artistry with box office success. Oh, and keep an eye out for the scoop on marketing strategies that Universal & Illumination teams bring to the table. They even peek into the future of animation, pondering the rise of Artificial Intelligence in the business of Animation. For all you animation talents and lovers out there, they've got some golden nuggets of advice and a list of flicks to add to your watchlist. Get ready to be inspired!
CHAPTERS
00:00 Introduction and Reinventing the Illumination Style
01:03 The Making of Migration at Illumination
05:23 Success and Potential Pop Culture Impact
06:51 Sequels and Personal Preferences
07:16 Overview of the Film Migration
08:14 The Positive Message and Emotional Transcription
09:52 Meeting Chris Meledandri and Getting Involved in the Project
10:23 Working with Illumination and the Animation Process
11:48 The Casting Process and Choosing the Voice Actors
16:20 Background and Career Paths of the Directors
20:09 Script Development and Collaboration with Screenwriters
21:17 Involvement of Producers and Feedback Process
25:06 Character Design and Inspirations
28:26 Distribution of Work and Collaboration between France and the US
30:41 Remarkable Characters and Voice Acting
34:00 Evolution of the Film and Decision-Making Process
35:24 Acknowledging the Incredible Team
36:19 Creating the Clouds and Snow Sequences
37:42 Capturing the Essence of New York City
39:02 Progressive Journey and Contrasts in the Film
40:23 The Artistic and Commercial Aspects of the Film
44:30 Marketing and Promotion Strategies
48:17 Chris Meledandri's Instinct and Trust in Artists
50:26 The Future of Animation and Artificial Intelligence
53:02 Advice for Aspiring Animated Film Directors
01:09:23 Future Projects and Recommendations
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