It was Universal’s “Despicable Me 2” leading the way today with 11 nominations for the 41st annual Annie Awards. But Disney’s “Frozen” — not far behind with 10 mentions — was the only film to receive nominations for Best Animated Feature, Best Direction and Best Writing.
'Despicable Me 2' comes out strong with Annie Awards nominations
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 9:32 am · December 2nd, 2013
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GKIDS sets animated documentary 'Approved for Adoption' for Nov. release
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 12:24 pm · September 24th, 2013
Indie animation distributor has announced a Nov. release date for the animated documentary “Approved for Adoption.” But while it will qualify as a documentary, it turns out Academy rules will keep it from qualifying as an animated feature.
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GKIDS picks up 'Ernest & Celestine' for a fall 2013 release (UPDATED)
Posted by Kristopher Tapley · 12:18 pm · August 27th, 2012
But the indie studio still has a lot to play with this year.
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