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  In today’s increasingly disconnected world, we must pay attention to what we are ignoring, what we are not seeing — always with moderation, respect and tolerance,” said Yoshiaki Nishimura, the acclaimed producer of Studio Ponoc’s new feature,   The Imaginary.   “We must remember what we see is not everything to be seen; we must look for what we cannot see and try to see as others do. We need to reflect on the thoughts of others, their anger and sadness, using our human imagination to perceive what truly drives their choices. As wars and conflicts continue and even grow around the world, the need to reflect on the invisible thoughts of others is precisely why we drew the boy no one can see.” Based on a 2014 juvenile novel by English poet and author A.F. Harrold,  The Imaginary  is the latest feature from Studio Ponoc, the Tokyo-based animation shop founded by Nishimura nine years ago and the producer behind such works as  Mary and the Witch’s Flower  ...

  Young audiences in the U.K. will be the first to check out   Mojo Swoptops  (52 x 11′), a brand-new, CG-animated comedy-action series from Blue Zoo Animation Studios ( The Adventures of Paddington, Numberblocks ) and Tararaboom. Premiering this autumn on the BBC’s pre-k channel CBeebies, commissioning broadcaster, the series has pre-sold to eight key territories, and a second season is already in the planning stages. “We are delighted to premiere  Mojo Swoptops  on CBeebies this autumn and look forward to our young audience falling in love with Mojo and best friend Bo as they help their local community.  Mojo Swoptops  is a fantastic example of a British property that appeals to a truly international audience,” said BBC’s Kate Morton, Head of Commissioning & Acquisitions 0-6. Based on the Ladybird book series by Cindy Black and Rich Ward,  Mojo Swoptops  follows the everyday adventures of a little truck that swops its top! Together with...