Sidney, Australia- 250 employees of Walt Disney Co. were informed of dismissal as their animation department shuts down. Disney has been closing animation branches around the world in countries such as Japan, Canada, and the USA.
These closures are occurring as Disney begins a new phase of opening studios in countries such as India, seeking 'to to choose the most appropriate and efficient animation process.', as reported in an official statement from the company.
The company will provide the employees with 'generous' benefits and assist in them in finding new work. The Sydney studio contributed to such films as Lion King II, Jungle Book II, and Lady and the Tramp II.
