The 2025 class of Variety‘s 10 Animators to Watch, presented by Nickelodeon, and “Smurfs” director Chris Miller gathered at Nickelodeon Animation Studio in Los Angeles on July 9 for a “Smurfs”-themed awards reception. Ramsey Naito, president of Paramount Animation and Nickelodeon Animation, kicked off the remarks. “This event is truly one of my favorite events, […]
Variety Celebrates ‘Smurfs’ Director Chris Miller and 10 Animators to Watch Class of 2025
Jul 14, 2025 | 12:00 PM