Cartoon Saloon to make Amazon TV pilot

Paul Young, Cartoon Saloon chief, at the Eye Cinema, Galway, Picture: Michael Dillon

Oscar-nominated animation house Cartoon Saloon has struck a deal with Amazon to make a pilot for the technology giant’s online TV arm.

It is also speaking with investors to clinch finance for upcoming projects, co-founder and chief executive Paul Young said.

“We’re exploring private investment with some studios, private equity firms, film, television companies.”

Cartoon Saloon’s latest feature, Song of the Sea, screened at the Galway Film Fleadh last Thursday.

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