Ánima Estudios
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| Industry | Animation |
| Genre | Animation Entertainment |
| Founded | 2002 |
| Founder | Fernando De Fuentes José Carlos García De Letona Federico Unda |
| Headquarters | Mexico City, Mexico |
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Key people
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Fernando De Fuentes President José C. García De Letona COO / Executive Vice President [1] |
| Products | Animated films Television shows YouTube Channels Web series Mobile apps |
| Subsidiaries | Átomo Films[2] Ánima Kitchent[3] Átomo Network (partnered with Frederator Networks, Inc.) |
| Website | www |
Ánima Estudios is a Mexican animation studio founded in 2002 by Fernando De Fuentes, José Carlos García De Letona and Federico Unda. It produces animated content distributed mainly in Mexico and Latin America. It is best known for El Chavo Animado, Top Cat: The Movie, Teenage Fairytale Dropouts and La Leyenda de las Momias.
It is the largest animation studio in Mexico and Latin America.[4] As of 2016, it has greatly expanded its global distribution including countries such as UK, US and Russia.
Contents
History
Lua error in package.lua at line 80: module 'strict' not found. Ánima Estudios was founded in 2002. It's the leading animation studio in Latin America.
The studio released their first feature film, Magos y Gigantes, on 19 November 2003, which was distributed by 20th Century Fox. It was the first Mexican animated feature in 30 years.[5]
On 11 March 2005, Ánima Estudios released its second film, Imaginum, a sci-fi comedy film, and was later released worldwide by Porchlight Entertainment.[6][7]
On 14 December 2005, the studio announced a partnership with Estación Espacial to produce a new miniseries called Poncho Balón. It ran on Canal 5 during the 2006 FIFA World Cup.[8] It features the voice of Humberto Vélez as the title character.[9]
In 2006, Ánima Estudios produced a new TV series, El Chavo Animado, based on the popular live-action series of the same name created by Roberto Gómez Bolaños. It premiered on Canal 5 in Mexico on 21 October 2006. It later premiered in the United States on Univision on 24 January 2008 with highly successful ratings.[10] It is, as of today, the highest rated animated show in all of Latin America.
On 12 February 2008, Variety reported that the studio partnered with New York City-based Classic Media (now known as DreamWorks Classics) to produce a new animated feature, titled Kung Fu Magoo, featuring Mr. Magoo.[11] This marked as the studio's first U.S.-Mexico co-production.
On 6 October 2008, The Hollywood Reporter reported that Porchlight Entertainment and Ánima Estudios announced an international agreement to produce, A Martian Christmas, a sci-fi holiday television film. It was released direct-to-video on 10 November 2009.[12] As of today, it remains one of the rarest films to date.
The studio released its third film, El Agente 00-P2, an action comedy film that references the popular James Bond movies. It stars the voices of Jaime Camil, Dulce María and Silvia Pinal and was released on 13 February 2009.[13]
On 7 December 2009, the company made an international agreement with Argentina's Illusion Studios and Toonz India Ltd to co-produce the computer animated film, Gaturro, which is based on the popular Argentine comic book series of the same name and was released on 10 September 2010 in Argentina in 3D.[14][15][16] It was the first Indian-Latin American co-production and was very successful at the Argentinian box office, earning $1,818,510 pesos ($460,098 USD).[17][18]
On 11 May 2010, Kung Fu Magoo, an action comedy film based on the popular cartoon character, Mr. Magoo, was released direct-to-video in the United States,[19] and later has its television premiere on Disney XD on February 7, 2011.[20] In the English version, the film features the voices of Chris Parnell, Dylan and Cole Sprouse, Alyson Stoner, and Kenny Mayne as himself.[19]
On 22 January 2010, the studio released their fifth animated film, AAA – Sin Límite en el Tiempo, which is the fictional take on the Mexican lucha libre professional wrestling promotion team, Asistencia Asesoría y Administración.[21][22]
On 8 April 2011, the studio originally announced their then-newest project, Monster Resort, which was going to be written by Tim McKeon and Kevin Seccia and set for a 2013 release.[23] However, this project was later canceled, likely due to similarities with Sony Pictures Animation´s Hotel Transylvania.
On 16 September 2011, the studio released its seventh animated film, Top Cat: The Movie, a.k.a. Don Gato y su Pandilla in Mexico, distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures. It is based on the short-lived Hanna Barbera cartoon, Top Cat. The film became a huge box office success in Mexico, and became one of the most successful releases for a Mexican production.[24][25]
On 28 September 2011, the company has announced an international partnership with Australia's SLR Productions, Home Plate Entertainment, and Ireland's Telegael to create a new animated series, called Teenage Fairytale Dropouts.[26] The show was loosely based on the studio's first film, Magos y Gigantes and premiered on 31 December 2012 on Seven Network in Australia.[27]
On 21 October 2011, the studio released a horror-comedy film, La Leyenda de la Llorona, which is a sequel to Animex's La Leyenda de la Nahuala. The movie was among the top 5 most successful movies of the year in Mexico.[28][29]
On 27 April 2012, the studio released Gaturro, La Pelicula in Mexico, distributed by Santo Domingo Films.[30]
In 2012, the company have celebrated its 10th anniversary.[31]
The studio created a new film label, Átomo Films, aiming for teens and adults and has released the film, El Santos vs. La Tetona Mendoza, on November 30.[2] It is a film adaption of the popular Mexican comic book series, created by José Ignacio Solórzano, and it stars an ensemble voice cast of famous Mexican actors, such as Daniel Giménez Cacho, José María Yazpik, Héctor Jiménez, and veteran filmmaker Guillermo del Toro.[32] This film was later shown at the 2013 Annecy Film Festival, becoming the first Mexican animated feature to premiere at that event.[33]
On 1 December 2012, Variety has reported that the studio is focusing on developing new projects in English.[34] “U.S. and European buyers pay close attention to the lip sync," said Fernando de Fuentes. "Latin American buyers are more used to buying dubbed products. It’s right to go with English to attack those markets first.”[34] Additionally, the studio has also announced that the company's first CGI film, Wicked Flying Monkeys and a sequel to Top Cat are in development.[34]
On 5 February 2013, Ánima Estudios announced a partnership with Spain's Vodka Capital and Televisa Home Entertainment to co-produce a multi-platform series, titled Bugsted.[35][36] The franchise consists of a series of collectible action figures, a game app developed for the iOS and Android systems, and a TV miniseries aimed for children, aimed 8-11.[36]
On 12 June 2013, Variety reported that a sequel to Llorona, titled La Leyenda de las Momias, is currently in production.[37]
On 2 August 2013, Top Cat: The Movie saw a limited theatrical release in the United States through Viva Pictures, with actors, Rob Schneider and Danny Trejo lending their voices as Lou Strickland and Griswald, respectively.[38][39]
On 17 October 2013, Ánima Estudios has announced that they will invest $170 million pesos from Latin Idea Ventures, as part of the studio's expansion plan.[40]
On 7 November 2013, it has been reported that the company announced its first CGI film as a lead producer, titled Wicked Flying Monkeys, which is currently in production.[37][41] The film is the studio's biggest production to date and is also their first English-language production.[41] The film is an adaptation of The Wizard of Oz books, but will have an original story.[41] It is produced with India's Discreet Arts and international rights will be handled by FilmSharks.[41] Wicked Flying Monkeys was created, written and executive produced by Jorge Gutierrez.[42]
On 22 April 2014, Ánima Estudios launched a European division based in Madrid, Spain, named Ánima Kitchent.[3][43]
On 28 April 2014, the studio announced the production of their third animated television series, which is based on El Chapulín Colorado.[44] It is expected to premiere in early-2015.[45][46]
On 22 May 2014, Televisa Interactive Media published and released Kickos, a new soccer-themed game app developed by Ánima Estudios for the Android and iOS systems.[47][48] Kickos was a featured app in the App Store in 17 countries and was also highlighted as one of the best new games in the App Store during the weeks after its release. The app is currently available on the iTunes App Store and Google Play.
On 31 May 2014, Teenage Fairytale Dropouts premiered in the United States on the Hub Network, which was the first time a Latin American animated series was acquired by a major U.S. network and the first time the studio entered the market.[42][45][49][50] It was later removed from the network's schedule for unknown reasons.[citation needed]
On 17 September 2014, Variety reported that a computer-animated follow-up to Top Cat: The Movie, titled Top Cat Begins, is set to be released on 7 August 2015, distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures in Mexico.[51][52] Additionally, it is also announced that the studio is currently in production with a feature film adaptation of DePatie-Freleng's Here Comes the Grump.[51][52]
On 30 October 2014, the studio's latest feature, La Leyenda de las Momias de Guanajuato, was released in the 4DX format, becoming the first ever Mexican film to do so.[53][54]
On 18 February 2015, European division company, Ánima Kitchent, has announced a partnership with Famosa to adapt its PinyPon toy brand into a television series, and is expected to premiere sometime in 2016.[55][56]
On 1 April 2015, it has been announced that the CG feature, Gaturro, will be released in the United States, which was released straight-to-DVD on February 16, 2016, distributed by Viva Pictures.[57]
The company's first CGI animated production, Wicked Flying Monkeys, premiered on April 10, 2015, debuting at 3rd place at the box office. At the same time, the movie was released in Russia, being the very first Latin American movie to receive a wide commercial release in the nation. Meanwhile during the 2015 Cannes Film Festival, the film was sold for distribution in various countries, such as the United Kingdom, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Australia and New Zealand.[58] To date, Wicked Flying Monkeys has been released in various countries in Central and South America.
On 15 April 2015, the El Chapulín Colorado animated series premiered on the digital platform website, VEO, gaining a good critical and commercial reception.[59]
Top Cat Begins was released in theaters in Mexico on October 30, 2015 by Warner Bros. Pictures, debuting in 3rd place at the Mexican box office. [3]
Anima Kitchent. the company's European division from Spain, announced "La familia Telerín" TV series starring Cleo Telerín to be released in late 2016; first season will have 52 episodes. [4].
On August 24, 2015, the "Vamos a la cama” music video, starring “La Familia Telerin” was released in Mexican TV during prime time on Channel 2, the countries most watched channel by far. It will be broadcast daily at the same time slot for at least the following 6 months. [5]
On September 17, 2015, the company has announced a partnership with Netflix to create the global media streaming website's first original animated series produced in Latin America, named Las Leyendas. The new animated series will premiere worldwide exclusively on the streaming service in 2017, and will feature the work of writer/producer James Krieg. Las Leyendas is based on the successful La Leyendas franchise, produced by Ánima Estudios.[60]
On February 18, 2016, Variety has reported that Frederator Networks and Ánima Estudios announced a partnership to launch the world’s largest Spanish-Language animation Network, Átomo Network, which is focused primarily on the Hispanic and Spanish-language-speaking market. It will also deliver original programming produced by Ánima Estudios and Spanish-dubbed versions of currently popular Channel Frederator shows, such as "107 Facts", while recruiting international talent.[61]
On March 14 2016, Ánima Estudios has announced their next film, titled La Leyenda del Chupacabras, the fourth installment of the La Leyendas film series.[62] Alberto Rodriguez will return to direct, along with franchise creator Ricardo Arnaiz, who is writing the screenplay.[63]
On March 22 2016, Warner Bros. announced the UK release for Top Cat Begins, which will be released theatrically on 27 May 2016.[64]
Top Cat: The Movie is part of the Top 20 grossing independent animation movies worldwide. [17]
On April 15, 2016, Ánima Estudios along with Chatrone have announced a new partnership with the California Institute of the Arts, a top-leading animation school.[65] The partnership demonstrates Anima's commitment for the growth of the animation industry in Latin America.[65] “It is an honor and a privilege to start this relationship with CalArts,” said COO Jose C. Garcia de Letona.[66] “We are positive [that] it will have a long term impact in the quality of our productions, the animation industry in Latin America, and in the professional lives of our staff.”[66]
On May 26, 2016 Ánima Estudios and Cartoon Network Latinoamérica launched a contest for young creators of short and long animation projects. “We aim to grow the industry not only in Mexico but in Latin America as well. There’s a lot of amazing creators in the region who have wonderful projects that should be supported and promoted”, commented José C. García de Letona, COO at Anima. [6]
Featured projects
Films
| # | Title | Release date | Box-office Mexico (MXN; est.) | Box-office Rest of the world(USD) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Magos y Gigantes (Wizards and Giants) |
November 19, 2003 | $8.2 million[67] | $731,662[68] |
| 2 | Imaginum | August 19, 2005 | $14 million | N/A |
| 3 | El Agente 00-P2 (Agent Macaw: Shaken and Stirred) |
February 13, 2009 | $22.6 million[69] | $1,518,150[70] |
| 4 | AAA – Sin Límite en el Tiempo (AAA: The Movie) |
January 22, 2010 | $7.1 million[71] | $557,931[72] |
| 5 | Don Gato y su PandillaA (Top Cat: The Movie) |
September 16, 2011 | $112.2 million[73] | $14,714,672[74] |
| 6 | La Leyenda de la Llorona | October 21, 2011 | $55.3 million [75] | $2,910,573[76] |
| 7 | Gaturro: La PeliculaA (Gaturro: The Movie) |
April 27, 2012 | $1.2 million[77] | $2,157,668[78] |
| 8 | El Santos vs. La Tetona MendozaB | November 30, 2012 | $18 million[79] | $946,300[80] |
| 9 | La Leyenda de las Momias de Guanajuato (Legend of the Mummies) |
October 30, 2014 | $91.12 million[81] | $6,321,314 |
| 10 | Guardianes de OzC (Wicked Flying Monkeys) |
April 10, 2015 | $26 million | TBD |
| 11 | Don Gato: El Inicio de la Pandilla (Top Cat Begins) |
October 30, 2015 | $54 million | $3,800,000[82] |
^A Co-produced with Illusion Studios.
^B Produced through its adult-themed label, Átomo Films.[2]
^C Co-produced with Discreet Arts Productions.
Direct-to-video
| # | Title | Release date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | A Martian Christmas | November 10, 2009 |
| 2 | Trepsi, Nuny y Wicho - Los Amigos de Trepsi | 2009 |
| 3 | Kung Fu Magoo | May 11, 2010 |
| 4 | Trepsi, Nuny y Wicho - Arriba y Abajo | 2012 |
Films in development
| Title | Ref(s) |
|---|---|
| Ana y Bruno | [83] |
| Here Comes the Grump | [51][52] |
| La Leyenda del Chupacabras | [63][62] |
| Untitled 'El Charro del Negro' film | [63] |
Television
TV shows
This list includes shows produced by the studio's European division, Ánima Kitchent.
| # | Title | Premiere date | End date | Network |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | El Chavo Animado | October 21, 2006 | Present | Canal 5 Tiin Cartoon Network Univision Kabillion |
| 2 | Teenage Fairytale Dropouts[84] | December 31, 2012 | Present | Seven Network Televisa Discovery Family[50] Netflix Claro Video HBO Asia ABC Australia |
| 3 | El Chapulín Colorado[46] | Online: April 13, 2015 TV: July 26, 2015 |
Present | veo.tv (Online)[85] El Canal de las Estrellas Canal 5 Tiin Univisión |
Upcoming
| # | Title | Premiere date | Network | Ref(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cleo Telerín | Q4 2016 | TBA | [86] |
| 2 | PINY | TBA | TBA | [87] |
| 3 | Las Leyendas | 2017 | Netflix | [88] |
TV miniseries
| # | Title | Premiere date | End date | Network |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cascaritos | 2003 | 2006 | Televisa |
| 2 | Espinito | 2005 | 2006 | Canal 5 |
| 3 | Poncho Balón | 2005 | 2006 | Canal 5 |
| 4 | Bugsted[89] | 2013 | present | Televisa |
Animation services
| Title | Network | Note(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Pig Goat Banana Cricket[90] | Nickelodeon | Some episodes only |
Internet
Web series
| Title | Launch date | Website |
|---|---|---|
| Kickos[91] | 2014 | YouTube |
| La Familia Telerín[92] | 2015 | YouTube |
| Superépico[93] | 2016 | YouTube |
Video games
Console
| Title | Release date | Publisher | Console(s) |
|---|---|---|---|
| El Chavo Kart Concept art and animated intro[94] |
February 21, 2014 | Slang Publishing | Xbox 360 PlayStation 3 [95] |
Application
| # | Title | Release date | Publisher | Console(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bugsted[96] | 2013 | Televisa Home Entertainment | iOS Android |
| 2 | Kickos | May 22, 2014[97] | Televisa Interactive Media | iOS Android |
References
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- ↑ kart&dir=desc&order=fecha_lanzamiento Chavo Kart en Gameplanet | Gameplanet
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- ↑ Televisa Movil y Ánima Estudios lanzan Kickos (in Spanish)
