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Warner Bros. Moves Forward with Demolition of Historic Looney Tunes Building

Building 131, a key site in Looney Tunes history, is set to be torn down to make space for HBO productions as fan backlash grows.

  • Building 131, also known as 'Termite Terrace,' was a central hub for Looney Tunes animation during its golden age, housing creators like Friz Freleng and Chuck Jones.
  • Warner Bros. plans to demolish the building to create more space for HBO productions, with work reportedly starting imminently.
  • The decision follows the recent removal of classic Looney Tunes shorts from the Max streaming platform, limiting access to the franchise's historical content.
  • Fans and commentators have criticized Warner Bros. for neglecting the cultural legacy of Looney Tunes, viewing the demolition as symbolic of broader disregard for animation history.
  • The developments coincide with the positive reception of the new Looney Tunes movie, 'The Day The Earth Blew Up,' highlighting the franchise's enduring relevance.
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