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Real Talk from Moana’s Cultural Appropriation Advisor :  Exclusive

March 3, 2017May 9, 2019 Tiana CamachoComments Off on Real Talk from Moana’s Cultural Appropriation Advisor :  Exclusive

A conversation with Minnie Degawan, an indigenous rights activist who was part of a test screening audience for Moana. Degawan sheds light on the cultural implications and message surrounding the film.

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Why Eliza Thornberry Was the Perfect Champion for a Greener Future

August 19, 2016May 9, 2019 Kelsey AmenttComments Off on Why Eliza Thornberry Was the Perfect Champion for a Greener Future

The Wild Thornberrys never questioned its heroine’s competence based on her sex, and that made its environmental message all the more powerful.

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Which SpongeBob Character Would Survive the Oil Spill?

August 15, 2016May 9, 2019 Katie Van BruntComments Off on Which SpongeBob Character Would Survive the Oil Spill?

Is Bikini Bottom ready for a disaster?

EDITORS PICKS

The Best American Animation Writing 2016

By The Dot and Line

A roundup of our 25 favorite pieces about cartoons published during the past year by outlets not called ‘The Dot and Line.’

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‘Iron-Blooded Orphans’ Understood How War Affects Children

By Alex Costello

‘Iron-Blooded Orphans’ emphasized the human cost of conflict.

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Uncle Iroh Will Now Teach You How to Brew a Fine Jasmine Tea

By Alex Kingsepp

A tea-brewing firebending master shares his secrets.

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Bob’s Burgers and the Stark Truth of Dreams

By Marley Crusch

Loren Bouchard’s show is all about what happens when you chase your dreams, never “make it,” and deal with the aftermath.

Why Diane’s Cultural Tension in ‘BoJack’ Reminds Me of My Heritage

By Nicole Ortiz

Her otherness is something a lot of mixed background folks go through.

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Sometimes All a Cartoon Needs Is Just One Minute

By John Maher

Satoshi Kon's films are master classes in cinematic editing, and his final work, the minute-long short film 'Ohayo,' is no exception.

A Talk With Ralph Kelsey, the Man Who Wrote the Opening for SNICK

By Rob Ryan

Master of sound Ralph Kelsey’s done it all — from Nick at Nite to Sesame Street. Here’s how he did it.

The Boondocks and One of the Best Martin Luther King Jr. Tributes of All Time

By John Maher

A Martin Luther King Jr. Day reminder not to whitewash Dr. King, brought to you by—no surprise here—‘The Boondocks.’

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The Pencil Power of Richard Williams

By Eric Vilas-Boas

Cancer claimed the life of the legendary animator behind the vibrant cartooning in 'Who Framed Roger Rabbit' and more masterworks.

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