A Hallowed Halloween Treat: “It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown”
“All I got was a rock!” Just one of the many, now indelible moments that has woven its way into Halloween celebrations.
Meet Jack Dazzo
An unsung master of the profession. Unsung, until you talk to the folks he worked with, when his name is constantly raised and praised.
Buggin’ Out: The 25th Anniversary of “Antz”
Where were you for the big “Bug War of 1998″?
Flip the Frog: The Complete Collection Blu-ray now shipping!
I’m happy to announce that the blu-ray is finished and shipping!
Unpredictable as Weather (Part 27)
Lots of fun where the sun don’t shine.
Bowl-ed Over: Celebrating Over 50 years of the Monster Cereal Commercials
Here’s a look back at the “Big G” Monster Cereals and some of their memorable animated commercials.
My All-Time Top Ten Favorite Cartoons – Part 2
These are my second best Top Ten films… What are yours?
Toying With Us: The 40th Anniversary of “He-Man and the Masters of the Universe.”
The original He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, celebrating its 40th anniversary this year, that “had the power” to leave a true legacy.
TCM’s “Century of Animation Showcase” 2023
All about a very special Turner Classic Movies broadcast this week. Set the DVR!
Jerry Beck is a writer, animation producer, college professor and author of more than 15 books on animation history. He is a former studio exec with Nickelodeon Movies and Disney, and has written for The Hollywood Reporter and Variety. He has curated cartoons for DVD and Blu-ray compilations and has lent his expertise to dozens of bonus documentaries and audio commentaries on such. Beck is currently on the faculty of CalArts in Valencia, UCLA in Westwood and Woodbury University in Burbank – teaching animation history. More about Jerry Beck [Click Here]
