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‘Wicked: For Good’ VFX Presentation Set for VIEW 2025

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 10:12am
‘Wicked: For Good’ VFX Presentation Set for VIEW 2025
‘Wicked: For Good’ VFX Presentation Set for VIEW 2025

ILM’s 4-time Oscar-nominated production VFX supervisor Pablo Helman and VES Award-winning Framestore animation supervisor Dale Newton will dive deep into the visual effects of Jon M. Chu’s 2-part musical blockbuster that concludes this November; conference runs October 12-17 in Turin, Italy.

In 3D, CG, Films, People, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: All
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Heading to Turin This October Headline News

Talks on ‘KPop Demon Hunters,’ ‘F1’ and ‘Fantastic Four’ Set for VIEW 2025

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 2:45pm
Talks on ‘KPop Demon Hunters,’ ‘F1’ and ‘Fantastic Four’ Set for VIEW 2025
Talks on ‘KPop Demon Hunters,’ ‘F1’ and ‘Fantastic Four’ Set for VIEW 2025

Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, directors of the biggest Netflix film ever, plus VFX supervisors Ryan Tudhope and Daniele Bigi, will present their films in-person at the upcoming conference that runs October 12-17 in Turin, Italy.

In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Event, Films, People, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Technology, Television, Transmedia, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: All
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call for entries Blogs

Call for Entries: Anifilm - 5 May to 10 May 2026 in Liberec, Cz

Call for Entries: Anifilm - 5 May to 10 May 2026 in Liberec, Cz
Call for Entries: Anifilm - 5 May to 10 May 2026 in Liberec, Cz

Do you have a new animated film, music video, commissioned work, video game, or VR film? Or maybe a short film or video game project in development? The Anifilm team would like to take this opportunity to remind you that the deadline for submissions to the festival competitions is 31 December 2025.

In ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Sprockets
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AI Blogs

CAN CHATGPT WRITE ANIMATION SCRIPTS FOR YOU?

CAN CHATGPT WRITE ANIMATION SCRIPTS FOR YOU?
CAN CHATGPT WRITE ANIMATION SCRIPTS FOR YOU?

You’ve probably heard the expression "Good-Fast-Cheap: You can only have two but never all three". Well, I believe you can get all three.

In 2D, 3D, AI, Business, Cartoons, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Films, Production, Television, Writing | Blog Post | Blogs: FADE IN: on Screenwriting, by Jeffrey Scott | Geographic Region: All
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Screenwriting Blogs

Screenwriting Staffing: A Professional Screenwriter’s Perspective

Screenwriting Staffing: A Professional Screenwriter’s Perspective
Screenwriting Staffing: A Professional Screenwriter’s Perspective

There’s one script marketplace that consistently delivers on its mission to connect writers with real producers, managers, and employers

In Business, Cartoons, Digital Media, Education and Training, Films, Interactive, Jobs & Recruiting, Production, Television, Writing | Blog Post | Blogs: FADE IN: on Screenwriting, by Jeffrey Scott | Geographic Region: All
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Heading to Turin This October Headline News

Ian Hunter to Talk ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Practical FX at VIEW 2025

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 10:02am
Ian Hunter to Talk ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Practical FX at VIEW 2025
Ian Hunter to Talk ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Practical FX at VIEW 2025

The Oscar-winning VFX supervisor and a team from Pro Machina will discuss their miniature work on the Excelsior retro rocketship; Emmy winner Alex Woo will present his upcoming 3DCG feature, ‘In Your Dreams,’ that hits Netflix November 14; conference runs October 12-17 in Turin, Italy.

In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, Games, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Technology, Television, Transmedia, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: North America
Read More about Ian Hunter to Talk ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Practical FX at VIEW 2025»
Animation Blogs

THE CORE PROBLEM A PROFESSIONAL ANIMATION WRITER SOLVES

THE CORE PROBLEM A PROFESSIONAL ANIMATION WRITER SOLVES
THE CORE PROBLEM A PROFESSIONAL ANIMATION WRITER SOLVES

Professional animation writers are the narrative architects of an animated production. 

In 2D, 3D, AI, Anime, Business, Cartoons, CG, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, Production, Short Films, Television, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: FADE IN: on Screenwriting, by Jeffrey Scott | Geographic Region: All
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Heading to Turin This October Headline News

Pierre Perifel and Matt Baer to Present ‘The Bad Guys 2’ at VIEW 2025

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 10:30am
Pierre Perifel and Matt Baer to Present ‘The Bad Guys 2’ at VIEW 2025
Pierre Perifel and Matt Baer to Present ‘The Bad Guys 2’ at VIEW 2025

The hilarious new DreamWorks Animation comedy’s director and VFX supervisor will share an in-depth look at the creative process behind the production of their film, now showing in theaters; conference runs October 12-17 in Turin, Italy.

In 3D, AI, AR/VR/XR, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Films, Games, People, Technology, Television, Transmedia, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: All, Europe
Read More about Pierre Perifel and Matt Baer to Present ‘The Bad Guys 2’ at VIEW 2025»
Heading to Turin This October Headline News

Alessandro Carloni to Present ‘The Cat in the Hat’ at VIEW 2025

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 9:18am
Alessandro Carloni to Present ‘The Cat in the Hat’ at VIEW 2025
Alessandro Carloni to Present ‘The Cat in the Hat’ at VIEW 2025

The writer/director will share a behind-the-scenes look in-person at Warner Bros. Pictures Animation’s upcoming animated feature, which hits theaters next February; conference runs October 12-17 in Turin, Italy.

In 3D, CG, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, Games, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Technology, Television, Transmedia, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: All, Europe
Read More about Alessandro Carloni to Present ‘The Cat in the Hat’ at VIEW 2025»
Animation Festival Blogs

ANIMASYROS 2025 - September 22 - 28 2025

ANIMASYROS 2025 - September 22 - 28 2025
ANIMASYROS 2025 - September 22 - 28 2025

ANIMASYROS returns more cosmic than ever, featuring legendary indie animation icon Bill Plympton, international guests from around the globe, nationwide premieres of award-winning films, “Animated Cosmos” as the festival’s main theme, The Great Greek Masters, and a special focus on the vibrant Croatian animation scene!

In ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Sprockets
Read More about ANIMASYROS 2025 - September 22 - 28 2025»
Call for Entries for the Pitching Forum - Anibar Festival; July 14 to 20 Blogs

Call for Entries for the Pitching Forum - Anibar Festival; July 14 to 20, 2025

Call for Entries for the Pitching Forum - Anibar Festival; July 14 to 20, 2025
Call for Entries for the Pitching Forum - Anibar Festival; July 14 to 20, 2025

This year, our Pitching Competition returns, inviting emerging and seasoned animators from Kosovo and beyond to share their ideas and contribute to the future of animation.

In ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Sprockets
Read More about Call for Entries for the Pitching Forum - Anibar Festival; July 14 to 20, 2025»
Heading to Turin This October Headline News

Dean DeBlois and Christian Mänz to Present ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ at VIEW 2025

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 5:14pm
Dean DeBlois and Christian Mänz to Present ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ at VIEW 2025
Dean DeBlois and Christian Mänz to Present ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ at VIEW 2025

The acclaimed writer/director and VFX supervisor will both be on hand in-person to talk about their work on the hit live-action film, now in theaters, based on DreamWorks’ 2010 animated comedy adventure; conference runs October 12-17 in Turin, Italy.

In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Films, People, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: All, Europe
Read More about Dean DeBlois and Christian Mänz to Present ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ at VIEW 2025»
Awards Headline News

'Arco,' 'The Night Boots' Take Top Awards at Annecy 2025

By Dan Sarto | Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 2:50pm
'Arco,' 'The Night Boots' Take Top Awards at Annecy 2025
'Arco,' 'The Night Boots' Take Top Awards at Annecy 2025

Ugo Bienvenu's 2D feature film and the pinscreen short by Pierre-Luc Granjon are among the 23 winners at the jam packed 49th festival edition that saw a record 18,200 accredited attendees from 118 countries.

In 2D, 3D, AR/VR/XR, Awards, Commercials, Event, Festival, Films, People, Short Films, Television | Headline News | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: All
Read More about 'Arco,' 'The Night Boots' Take Top Awards at Annecy 2025»
Heading to Turin This October Headline News

‘Elio’ Directors Domee Shi and Madeline Sharafian to Present at VIEW 2025

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 3:01pm
‘Elio’ Directors Domee Shi and Madeline Sharafian to Present at VIEW 2025
‘Elio’ Directors Domee Shi and Madeline Sharafian to Present at VIEW 2025

2 of the Disney and Pixar film’s directors will be attending the conference and talk about their upcoming animated ‘cosmic misadventure’ that releases in theaters June 20; event runs October 12-17 in Turin, Italy.

In 3D, CG, Education and Training, Event, Films, People, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: Europe
Read More about ‘Elio’ Directors Domee Shi and Madeline Sharafian to Present at VIEW 2025»

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On the Road to Stuttgart Headline News

ITFS 2026 Call for Entries is Now Open

By Dan Sarto | Friday, September 12, 2025 at 12:29pm
ITFS 2026 Call for Entries is Now Open
ITFS 2026 Call for Entries is Now Open

The Stuttgart International Festival of Animated Film has begun accepting film submissions - the deadline for the short film competition is November 15, 2025; the deadline for the feature-length film competition is January 15, 2026.

In Call for Entries, Community Outreach, Event, Festival, Films, Short Films | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News | Blogs: FMX Conference Spotlight | Special Events: ITFS | Geographic Region: All
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Heading to Turin This October Headline News

‘Wicked: For Good’ VFX Presentation Set for VIEW 2025

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, September 4, 2025 at 10:12am
‘Wicked: For Good’ VFX Presentation Set for VIEW 2025
‘Wicked: For Good’ VFX Presentation Set for VIEW 2025

ILM’s 4-time Oscar-nominated production VFX supervisor Pablo Helman and VES Award-winning Framestore animation supervisor Dale Newton will dive deep into the visual effects of Jon M. Chu’s 2-part musical blockbuster that concludes this November; conference runs October 12-17 in Turin, Italy.

In 3D, CG, Films, People, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: All
Read More about ‘Wicked: For Good’ VFX Presentation Set for VIEW 2025»
Heading to Turin This October Headline News

Talks on ‘KPop Demon Hunters,’ ‘F1’ and ‘Fantastic Four’ Set for VIEW 2025

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, August 28, 2025 at 2:45pm
Talks on ‘KPop Demon Hunters,’ ‘F1’ and ‘Fantastic Four’ Set for VIEW 2025
Talks on ‘KPop Demon Hunters,’ ‘F1’ and ‘Fantastic Four’ Set for VIEW 2025

Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, directors of the biggest Netflix film ever, plus VFX supervisors Ryan Tudhope and Daniele Bigi, will present their films in-person at the upcoming conference that runs October 12-17 in Turin, Italy.

In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Event, Films, People, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Technology, Television, Transmedia, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: All
Read More about Talks on ‘KPop Demon Hunters,’ ‘F1’ and ‘Fantastic Four’ Set for VIEW 2025»
call for entries Blogs

Call for Entries: Anifilm - 5 May to 10 May 2026 in Liberec, Cz

Call for Entries: Anifilm - 5 May to 10 May 2026 in Liberec, Cz
Call for Entries: Anifilm - 5 May to 10 May 2026 in Liberec, Cz

Do you have a new animated film, music video, commissioned work, video game, or VR film? Or maybe a short film or video game project in development? The Anifilm team would like to take this opportunity to remind you that the deadline for submissions to the festival competitions is 31 December 2025.

In ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Sprockets
Read More about Call for Entries: Anifilm - 5 May to 10 May 2026 in Liberec, Cz»
AI Blogs

CAN CHATGPT WRITE ANIMATION SCRIPTS FOR YOU?

CAN CHATGPT WRITE ANIMATION SCRIPTS FOR YOU?
CAN CHATGPT WRITE ANIMATION SCRIPTS FOR YOU?

You’ve probably heard the expression "Good-Fast-Cheap: You can only have two but never all three". Well, I believe you can get all three.

In 2D, 3D, AI, Business, Cartoons, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Films, Production, Television, Writing | Blog Post | Blogs: FADE IN: on Screenwriting, by Jeffrey Scott | Geographic Region: All
Read More about CAN CHATGPT WRITE ANIMATION SCRIPTS FOR YOU?»
Screenwriting Blogs

Screenwriting Staffing: A Professional Screenwriter’s Perspective

Screenwriting Staffing: A Professional Screenwriter’s Perspective
Screenwriting Staffing: A Professional Screenwriter’s Perspective

There’s one script marketplace that consistently delivers on its mission to connect writers with real producers, managers, and employers

In Business, Cartoons, Digital Media, Education and Training, Films, Interactive, Jobs & Recruiting, Production, Television, Writing | Blog Post | Blogs: FADE IN: on Screenwriting, by Jeffrey Scott | Geographic Region: All
Read More about Screenwriting Staffing: A Professional Screenwriter’s Perspective»
Heading to Turin This October Headline News

Ian Hunter to Talk ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Practical FX at VIEW 2025

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, August 14, 2025 at 10:02am
Ian Hunter to Talk ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Practical FX at VIEW 2025
Ian Hunter to Talk ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Practical FX at VIEW 2025

The Oscar-winning VFX supervisor and a team from Pro Machina will discuss their miniature work on the Excelsior retro rocketship; Emmy winner Alex Woo will present his upcoming 3DCG feature, ‘In Your Dreams,’ that hits Netflix November 14; conference runs October 12-17 in Turin, Italy.

In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, Games, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Technology, Television, Transmedia, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: North America
Read More about Ian Hunter to Talk ‘The Fantastic Four: First Steps’ Practical FX at VIEW 2025»
Animation Blogs

THE CORE PROBLEM A PROFESSIONAL ANIMATION WRITER SOLVES

THE CORE PROBLEM A PROFESSIONAL ANIMATION WRITER SOLVES
THE CORE PROBLEM A PROFESSIONAL ANIMATION WRITER SOLVES

Professional animation writers are the narrative architects of an animated production. 

In 2D, 3D, AI, Anime, Business, Cartoons, CG, Films, Jobs & Recruiting, Production, Short Films, Television, Writing | ANIMATIONWorld, Blog Post | Blogs: FADE IN: on Screenwriting, by Jeffrey Scott | Geographic Region: All
Read More about THE CORE PROBLEM A PROFESSIONAL ANIMATION WRITER SOLVES»
Heading to Turin This October Headline News

Pierre Perifel and Matt Baer to Present ‘The Bad Guys 2’ at VIEW 2025

By Dan Sarto | Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 10:30am
Pierre Perifel and Matt Baer to Present ‘The Bad Guys 2’ at VIEW 2025
Pierre Perifel and Matt Baer to Present ‘The Bad Guys 2’ at VIEW 2025

The hilarious new DreamWorks Animation comedy’s director and VFX supervisor will share an in-depth look at the creative process behind the production of their film, now showing in theaters; conference runs October 12-17 in Turin, Italy.

In 3D, AI, AR/VR/XR, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Films, Games, People, Technology, Television, Transmedia, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: All, Europe
Read More about Pierre Perifel and Matt Baer to Present ‘The Bad Guys 2’ at VIEW 2025»
Heading to Turin This October Headline News

Alessandro Carloni to Present ‘The Cat in the Hat’ at VIEW 2025

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, July 31, 2025 at 9:18am
Alessandro Carloni to Present ‘The Cat in the Hat’ at VIEW 2025
Alessandro Carloni to Present ‘The Cat in the Hat’ at VIEW 2025

The writer/director will share a behind-the-scenes look in-person at Warner Bros. Pictures Animation’s upcoming animated feature, which hits theaters next February; conference runs October 12-17 in Turin, Italy.

In 3D, CG, Education and Training, Event, Festival, Films, Games, Jobs & Recruiting, People, Post-production, Previs/Postvis/Visualization, Technology, Television, Transmedia, Virtual Production, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: All, Europe
Read More about Alessandro Carloni to Present ‘The Cat in the Hat’ at VIEW 2025»
Animation Festival Blogs

ANIMASYROS 2025 - September 22 - 28 2025

ANIMASYROS 2025 - September 22 - 28 2025
ANIMASYROS 2025 - September 22 - 28 2025

ANIMASYROS returns more cosmic than ever, featuring legendary indie animation icon Bill Plympton, international guests from around the globe, nationwide premieres of award-winning films, “Animated Cosmos” as the festival’s main theme, The Great Greek Masters, and a special focus on the vibrant Croatian animation scene!

In ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Sprockets
Read More about ANIMASYROS 2025 - September 22 - 28 2025»
Call for Entries for the Pitching Forum - Anibar Festival; July 14 to 20 Blogs

Call for Entries for the Pitching Forum - Anibar Festival; July 14 to 20, 2025

Call for Entries for the Pitching Forum - Anibar Festival; July 14 to 20, 2025
Call for Entries for the Pitching Forum - Anibar Festival; July 14 to 20, 2025

This year, our Pitching Competition returns, inviting emerging and seasoned animators from Kosovo and beyond to share their ideas and contribute to the future of animation.

In ANIMATIONWorld | Blogs: Sprockets
Read More about Call for Entries for the Pitching Forum - Anibar Festival; July 14 to 20, 2025»
Heading to Turin This October Headline News

Dean DeBlois and Christian Mänz to Present ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ at VIEW 2025

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, June 26, 2025 at 5:14pm
Dean DeBlois and Christian Mänz to Present ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ at VIEW 2025
Dean DeBlois and Christian Mänz to Present ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ at VIEW 2025

The acclaimed writer/director and VFX supervisor will both be on hand in-person to talk about their work on the hit live-action film, now in theaters, based on DreamWorks’ 2010 animated comedy adventure; conference runs October 12-17 in Turin, Italy.

In 3D, CG, Digital Media, Education and Training, Event, Films, People, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: All, Europe
Read More about Dean DeBlois and Christian Mänz to Present ‘How to Train Your Dragon’ at VIEW 2025»
Awards Headline News

'Arco,' 'The Night Boots' Take Top Awards at Annecy 2025

By Dan Sarto | Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 2:50pm
'Arco,' 'The Night Boots' Take Top Awards at Annecy 2025
'Arco,' 'The Night Boots' Take Top Awards at Annecy 2025

Ugo Bienvenu's 2D feature film and the pinscreen short by Pierre-Luc Granjon are among the 23 winners at the jam packed 49th festival edition that saw a record 18,200 accredited attendees from 118 countries.

In 2D, 3D, AR/VR/XR, Awards, Commercials, Event, Festival, Films, People, Short Films, Television | Headline News | Special Events: Annecy | Geographic Region: All
Read More about 'Arco,' 'The Night Boots' Take Top Awards at Annecy 2025»
Heading to Turin This October Headline News

‘Elio’ Directors Domee Shi and Madeline Sharafian to Present at VIEW 2025

By Dan Sarto | Thursday, June 5, 2025 at 3:01pm
‘Elio’ Directors Domee Shi and Madeline Sharafian to Present at VIEW 2025
‘Elio’ Directors Domee Shi and Madeline Sharafian to Present at VIEW 2025

2 of the Disney and Pixar film’s directors will be attending the conference and talk about their upcoming animated ‘cosmic misadventure’ that releases in theaters June 20; event runs October 12-17 in Turin, Italy.

In 3D, CG, Education and Training, Event, Films, People, Visual Effects | ANIMATIONWorld, Headline News, VFXWorld | Blogs: VIEW Conference Spotlight | Special Events: VIEW Conference | Geographic Region: Europe
Read More about ‘Elio’ Directors Domee Shi and Madeline Sharafian to Present at VIEW 2025»

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