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The next animated feature from Disney will be in general release this coming November 23 2016. "Moana" looks to be yet another first rate experience from the venerable studio. The latest trailer has several glimpses of what we can expect to see.  Follow Moana on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. 

Here's something that's been flying under the radar as of late and warrants a closer look. "Storks" is an animated feature on the way from Warner Bros. Judging by the most recent trailer it'll be a fun movie. The film will be in general release on September 23 2016. You can follow Storks on Facebook, Instagram and the full spectrum of social media.

One of Europe's most exciting animation festivals will be taking place this coming October 25-30. Klik! Amsterdam will be showcasing the work of animation filmmakers the world over in a celebration of vibrant and innovative content. Amateur talent will be competing and there will be a day for children on Sunday October 30. This is last year's promo video for Klik! 

This is the animated story of the fastest man in the world. Usain Bolt hails from Jamaica and grew from his humble beginnings to be an Olympic legend and one of the world's greatest athletes. Excellent character animation in the traditional style by Moonbot Studios in Shreveport Louisiana USA. 

By following what each individual artist was sketching at their easel during a figure drawing session at The Book Club in London the creative duo of Wriggles and Robins came up with a unique way of animating a rotation.

The latest installment of Full Media Commandos is online hosted by Snakebite Cortez. The subject involves creative collaboration between artists and how that works for our collective benefit.  

This latest promotional video gives us an insight into the amazing artistic and technical efforts behind the upcoming animated feature from Laika "Kubo and the Two Strings". The film will be in general release August 19 2016 through Focus Features.

Recently Myron Smith of Animation Treasures attempted to draw Fred Flintstone faster than ever before. Take a look at this video to see him break the record.

The latest edition of Stash is available and it looks to be another winner. Stash is the planet's largest archive of animation, design and VFX plus behind the scenes features and exclusive interviews. You can enjoy Stash for free for 30 days or you can subscribe here. Check it out and you'll be amazed at all of the incredible creativity that is happening in our field worldwide all the time. Enjoy this month's preview...

The latest in the Full Media Commandos series of videos by Snakebite Cortez spotlights several industry veterans as they share their views and wisdom on the subject of credit for the work one does.