For animators, like myself, every time a big studio decides to invest in an animated project, it's usually a moment to celebrate. I mean, animation is the ultimate form of on-screen creative expression because it gives creators the ability to explore whatever ideas they can imagine, no matter how outlandish they may be; the possibilities with animation are endless.
Back in August 2022, there was word out that "Kung Fu Panda 4" was planned for release in March 2024, and the first thing that came to mind was: why? I mean, we all love Jack Black as Po, and he is a fantastic voice actor, but did we need another "Kung Fu Panda" movie? Was this a shameless move by the studio to continue milking a franchise even after three movies and three seasons of a successful series?
