The fun of Mr. Men Little Miss Mini Adventures reaches new audiences
15 apr 2026A new burst of colour and personality has recently joined the kids’ section of TIMvision, one of Italy’s leading on‑demand entertainment platforms.
This is where “Mr. Men Little Miss Mini Adventures”, produced by Maga Animation Studio for Sanrio Europe, continues its journey, reaching families with its unmistakable tone.
Inspired by the iconic creations of Roger and Adam Hargreaves, the series brings their timeless humour into a contemporary, fast‑paced format. Each short episode blends distinctive personalities, visual playfulness and a storytelling style that speaks to both new viewers and long‑time fans.
The Italian version also features the unmistakable talent of Pietro Ubaldi, among the most famous voice actors in the country, lending his voice to Mr. Grumpy and Mr. Bump.
A reminder that stories can continue their path long after their initial release, travelling into new homes and meeting new viewers along the way!
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NORA wins at the LIT Music Awards in New York!
7 apr 2026Fantastic news for our virtual pop star NORA ノラ, who keeps gaining momentum all across North America.
Her music video “Beat of a Romance / Cha Cha Cha”, directed by Serena Tripepi, has just scored a huge win: Best Animation Music Video at the LIT Music Awards 2026 in the United States!
And the celebrations don’t stop there. The video also made it to Finalist at the Bare Bones International Film & Music Festival in the U.S., while at the same time landing an official selection in the Music Videos category at Animaze - Montreal International Animation Festival, in Canada.
All these recognitions show a growing curiosity for projects that mix performance, visual design and hybrid storytelling. And in a moment when generative tools are everywhere, works created through intentional, human‑driven artistry, with zero generative AI involved, shine even brighter.
That’s exactly where NORA wants to be, a digital star with a handmade soul!
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GDC 2026: new encounters, new energy!
20 mar 2026From March 9th to 13th, Maga Animation Studio touched down in San Francisco for the GDC Festival of Gaming 2026, one of the key annual gatherings for professionals shaping the world of games and interactive experiences. Our CEO, Massimo Carrier‑Ragazzi, spent the week meeting developers, studios, publishers and creatives from across the international industry.
For Maga Animation for Games, the division of our studio dedicated to game‑related projects, GDC offered the chance to exchange ideas, discover different viewpoints and stay close to the evolving landscape of digital worlds and interactive storytelling. We were part of the Italian video game developer delegation, coordinated by IIDEA association and supported by the Italian Trade Agency, bringing together professionals representing different facets of the Italian gaming ecosystem.
Plenty of new sparks to bring back home!
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A magical night at the 98th Academy Awards live screening
16 mar 2026On the night of March 15, at Notorious Cinemas in Milan, we experienced the 98th Academy Awards on the big screen, a reminder of cinema’s unique ability to create shared emotions. A packed theater watching the ceremony together - reacting, discussing and living every announcement - brought back the collective thrill that only the big screen can offer.
Representing Maga Animation Studio’s communications team, Alice Carrier‑Ragazzi (social media manager) and Davide Uggetti (cinema and media culture writer) attended the live screening to follow the event firsthand and observe how the audience responded to this year’s animated stories.
The awards for animation captured particular attention in the room. KPop Demon Hunters won the Oscar for Best Animated Feature; meanwhile, The Girl Who Cried Pearls earned Best Animated Short.
These recognitions fuel the ongoing conversation about the evolution of the medium, confirming animation as a space where new voices and artistic directions continue to emerge with remarkable strength!
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