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Former Technicolor Animation & Games Production VP Cyrus Mistry Named Chief Operating Officer for Grom’s Award-winning Manila-based Studio, Top Draw Animation

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월요일, 4월 15, 2024
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BOCA RATON, Fla., April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Top Draw Animation (TDA), a leading global supplier of  premium 2D animation production services, and award-winning division of Grom Social Enterprises Inc. (NASDAQ: GROM), today announced that the former VP of Technicolor’s Animation Games & Production (India), Cyrus Mistry, has been named TDA’s Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately.

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  • BOCA RATON, Fla., April 15, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Top Draw Animation (TDA), a leading global supplier of  premium 2D animation production services, and award-winning division of Grom Social Enterprises Inc. (NASDAQ: GROM), today announced that the former VP of Technicolor’s Animation Games & Production (India), Cyrus Mistry, has been named TDA’s Chief Operating Officer, effective immediately.
  • Mistry’s appointment was shared by the CEO of Grom Social Enterprises, Darren Marks.
  • “Cyrus’ deep roots in animation production and strong executive leadership capabilities position him for great success in this role,” states Marks.
  • His passion for both the creative and business sides of the animation process led  him to transition into animation production over 20 years ago.

Cinemark Heats Up Cinematic Fun This Summer and Extends Summer Movie Clubhouse Program

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화요일, 4월 30, 2024
General Entertainment, Entertainment, Film & Motion Pictures, Sale, Sonic, Universal Pictures, Heat, PAW, Friends, Tax, Wild, Hotel Transylvania, The Lego Movie, Shrek, DreamWorks, Film industry

Cinemark Holdings, Inc. , one of the largest and most influential theatrical exhibition companies in the world, is heating up cinematic fun this summer and extending its Summer Movie Clubhouse program in response to strong consumer demand.

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  • Cinemark Holdings, Inc. , one of the largest and most influential theatrical exhibition companies in the world, is heating up cinematic fun this summer and extending its Summer Movie Clubhouse program in response to strong consumer demand.
  • Summer Movie Clubhouse tickets go sale Wednesday, May 15, at Cinemark.com, on the Cinemark app and at participating Cinemark box offices.
  • “Passion for Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse grows each year, so we are thrilled to add an extra two weeks of moviegoing fun to this summer’s program to satisfy guests’ big-screen demand,” said Wanda Gierhart Fearing, Cinemark Chief Marketing and Content Officer.
  • For more information on Summer Movie Clubhouse, visit Cinemark.com/summer-movie-clubhouse or the Cinemark app.

Elf Labs Launches With Hundreds of Trademarked Iconic Fairytale Characters to Redefine Modern Storytelling and Entertainment

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화요일, 4월 23, 2024
Immersion, Power, IP, Sleeping Beauty, Book, Mass, Partnership, Classic, Metaphor, Life, History, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Emmy Awards, LOS, Patent, Marketing, Shrek, Rand McNally, DreamWorks, Television

LOS ANGELES, April 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Elf Labs, a cutting-edge transmedia company, launches today to pioneer immersive storytelling and IP distribution. Combining dynamic storylines featuring iconic characters reimagined, state-of-the-art compression, and AI-powered production and distribution technology, Elf Labs is set to transform the media industry with high-growth franchises targeting all demographics—toddlers to teens and YA to adults. To support these efforts, Elf Labs has secured top-tier talent and strategic partners, including Dreamworks alumnus Mike De Seve, branding industry titan Bernt Ullmann, and leading global technology company Cosmic Wire.

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  • Elf Labs has amassed a portfolio of 400 copyrights and over 140 trademarks for the most beloved characters in history.
  • Elf Labs achieved this feat by strategically acquiring the Junior Elf book catalog, comprising 200+ titles featuring the world's most timeless characters originally published by Rand McNally.
  • "Elf Labs' platform is a multi-patented system designed to incubate, develop, and launch mega IP franchises," said David Phillips, CEO of Elf Labs.
  • "Combining the world's most iconic IP with captivating creative and revolutionary technology will allow Elf Labs to truly reimagine entertainment."

Little Tikes® Story Dream Machine™ Announces Exciting New Collaborations with First-Class Storytellers Including Universal Products and Experiences and The World of Eric Carle

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화요일, 4월 2, 2024
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Young fans of the new movie in theatres now, DreamWorks Kung Fu Panda 4, can bring the franchise home.

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  • Young fans of the new movie in theatres now, DreamWorks Kung Fu Panda 4, can bring the franchise home.
  • In addition to these modern-day favorites, Little Tikes is excited to welcome more classic childhood staples that have touched readers from generation to generation.
  • The Story Dream Machine and story collections are available at Amazon, Walmart, and at ShopMGA (each story collection sold separately).
  • To learn more about Little Tikes and the Story Dream Machine visit https://www.littletikes.com .

Michaels Launches Birthday Parties and Enhanced Classes and Experiences

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목요일, 3월 14, 2024
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IRVING, Texas, March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Michaels, the best place for all things creative, is fueling the joy of creativity by offering even more ways for customers to engage online and in-store. Today the retailer announced the launch of its new "Birthday Parties" offering in the United States along with enhanced omnichannel experiences and events for all ages. This marks the latest step in Michaels' omnichannel transformation, as the company continues to invest in growth opportunities that foster and create a best-in-class customer experience.

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  • Today the retailer announced the launch of its new "Birthday Parties" offering in the United States along with enhanced omnichannel experiences and events for all ages.
  • After a successful pilot in the Canadian market last year, Michaels is officially rolling out its "Birthday Parties" offering to customers across the United States.
  • Birthday parties at Michaels help families create fun and memorable experiences without the stress of planning, encouraging a lifelong love of creativity through engaging guided crafts for kids ages 4 through 13.
  • "The evolution of our classes and experiences program, now including birthday parties, offer our customers even more stress-free, seamless ways to get creative while carving a new path for Michaels' continued omnichannel growth."

Alembic Receives $14 Million Series A Funding

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목요일, 2월 15, 2024
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Alembic , the leading holistic marketing attribution platform for enterprises, today announced it received $14 million in series A funding.

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  • Alembic , the leading holistic marketing attribution platform for enterprises, today announced it received $14 million in series A funding.
  • Alembic analyzes and evaluates unstructured and complex data to predict marketing ROI and future revenue based on the results.
  • Alembic is proud to have Fortune 200 and top brands as customers, including NVIDIA, Texas A&M and North Sails.
  • WndrCo is thrilled to lead the series A round for Alembic and enable the company to introduce its innovative solution to a wider audience.

From Animal Encounters to Captivating Cultural Experiences, Spring Break Awaits in The Palm Beaches

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월요일, 2월 12, 2024
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With over 200 arts and cultural attractions and 47 miles of beaches, The Palm Beaches boast a diverse array of activities that cater to any family's vacation style.

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  • With over 200 arts and cultural attractions and 47 miles of beaches, The Palm Beaches boast a diverse array of activities that cater to any family's vacation style.
  • From thrilling animal encounters to captivating cultural experiences, this tropical paradise continues to be a go-to Spring Break destination.
  • The Cultural Council for Palm Beach County is pleased to share some of the most exciting opportunities for families visiting The Palm Beaches this season.
  • Shrek the Musical (April 26-28, 2024): The Tony Award®-winning SHREK THE MUSICAL is coming to the Palm Beaches for five shows.

Kartoon Studios Announces Significant Increase in Content Production Planned for 2024

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월요일, 1월 22, 2024
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Beverly Hills, Calif., Jan. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kartoon Studios (NYSE AMERICAN: TOON) announces a significant increase in content production and development planned for 2024 for the Company’s Kartoon Channel!, Frederator Networks, Mainframe Studios, as well as major broadcasters and streamers, including Netflix, Disney Channel, and others. The Company has also appointed Gregg Goldin, former creative executive at DreamWorks Animation, Cartoon Network and MTV, to the newly created position of Senior Vice President, Development & Production.

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  • In this new role, Goldin will be responsible for heading up development and production for both new and original IP to deliver to the marketplace.
  • Goldin will report jointly to Kartoon Studios’ Chairman & CEO Andy Heyward and COO Michael Jaffa.
  • With the increase in content production and other initiatives to be announced in early 2024 to drive revenue, we are well on our way to achieving our goal of sustained profitability.
  • Goldin joins Kartoon Studios following a ten-year tenure at DreamWorks Animation where he served as Vice President of Current Series, overseeing multiple series in production.

CEDEN Forms a Joint Venture With Josh McLean of Kanpai Studios to Acquire Raini Studios

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목요일, 12월 14, 2023
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CEDEN Forms a Joint Venture With Josh McLean of Kanpai Studios to Acquire Raini Studios - CEDEN Network Ltd and Kanpai Studios Announce the Successful Acquisition of Web3 Gaming Studio Raini Studios, Expanding Their Portfolio in the Digital Collectibles Space

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  • CEDEN Forms a Joint Venture With Josh McLean of Kanpai Studios to Acquire Raini Studios - CEDEN Network Ltd and Kanpai Studios Announce the Successful Acquisition of Web3 Gaming Studio Raini Studios, Expanding Their Portfolio in the Digital Collectibles Space
    RJV International DBA Raini Studios, the new BVI-based joint venture, will continue the legacy of Raini by growing and promoting The Lords of Light and the $RST ecosystem via new publishing channels, increased marketing focus, and an expanded development team.
  • Haller will be leading the Raini development team in the production of the studio's second game title.
  • Josh McLean of Kanpai Studios said about the deal, "The gaming sector is clearly going to be the hottest space in the coming years.
  • More details on the future of Raini Studios will be coming soon.

Korea's VFX Company, Dexter Studios, Continues Its Journey Towards the Global Market Beyond Asia

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목요일, 12월 28, 2023
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Renowned for its exceptional competitiveness, the company's "unseen VFX" in the movie "Parasite" (2019) stunned the Academy Awards.

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  • Renowned for its exceptional competitiveness, the company's "unseen VFX" in the movie "Parasite" (2019) stunned the Academy Awards.
  • Nevertheless, Dexter Studios developed its own integrated simulation solution, Zelos, and set a milestone as the first Asian success story.
  • Dexter Studios continues to work on global projects, most recently providing VFX technology for the US, Japan, and Hungary collaboration "Knights of the Zodiac" (2023) and the Netflix series "Yu Yu Hakusho" (2023).
  • It will be interesting to see if the once small Korean studio will make history with a new shock in the global content market.