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Song of the Sea
Song of the Sea
Internet Movie Database: 8.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 99%
Metacritic: 85/100
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Runtime: 93 min
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Drama
Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 11 wins & 26 nominations total
Writer: Will Collins, Tomm Moore
Actors: David Rawle, Brendan Gleeson, Lisa Hannigan
Language: English, Irish Gaelic
Country: Ireland, Denmark, Belgium, France
“Song of the Sea” is an animated film that tells the story of a young Irish boy named Ben and his mute sister Saoirse, who embark on a magical journey to save mythical creatures and discover their own hidden powers, all while uncovering the secrets of their family’s past.”
The Breadwinner
The Breadwinner
Internet Movie Database: 7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 95%
Metacritic: 78/100
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Runtime: 94 min
Genre: Animation, Drama, Family
Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 23 wins & 55 nominations total
Writer: Anita Doron, Deborah Ellis
Actors: Saara Chaudry, Soma Chhaya, Noorin Gulamgaus
Language: English
Country: Ireland, Canada, Luxembourg, United States
The Breadwinner is an animated film that tells the story of Parvana, a young girl living under Taliban rule in Afghanistan, who disguises herself as a boy to provide for her family after her father is arrested. Through her journey, she discovers the power of storytelling and the strength to defy societal norms.
Kubo and the Two Strings
Kubo and the Two Strings
Internet Movie Database: 7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 97%
Metacritic: 84/100
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Runtime: 101 min
Genre: Animation, Action, Adventure
Awards: Nominated for 2 Oscars. 33 wins & 67 nominations total
Writer: Marc Haimes, Chris Butler, Shannon Tindle
Actors: Charlize Theron, Art Parkinson, Matthew McConaughey
Language: English, Japanese, British Sign , Aboriginal, Spanish, Australian Sign , Egyptian (Ancient), Korean, Japanese Sign , Filipino, American Sign , Korean Sign , Latin, Thai
Country: United Kingdom, United States, Canada, France, Japan, Australia
“Kubo and the Two Strings” is an animated adventure film that follows a young boy named Kubo as he embarks on a quest to find his father’s magical suit of armor and defeat a vengeful spirit. With the help of a monkey and a beetle, Kubo must uncover his own mystical powers and confront his family’s past to save his village.
The Tale of the Princess Kaguya
The Tale of The Princess Kaguya
Internet Movie Database: 8.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 100%
Metacritic: 89/100
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Runtime: 137 min
Genre: Animation, Drama, Family
Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 13 wins & 38 nominations total
Writer: Isao Takahata, Riko Sakaguchi
Actors: Chloë Grace Moretz, James Caan, Mary Steenburgen
Language: Japanese, English
Country: Japan
“The Tale of the Princess Kaguya” is a Japanese animated film that tells the story of a bamboo cutter who discovers a tiny girl inside a bamboo shoot. As she grows rapidly into a beautiful princess, she must navigate the expectations and restrictions placed upon her by society while longing for the freedom of her rural upbringing.
Ernest & Celestine
Ernest
Internet Movie Database: 3.5/10
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Runtime: 22 min
Genre: Short
Awards: 1 win
Writer: Keith Behrman
Actors: David Reale, Frank Moore, Holly Dennison
Language: English
Country: Canada
“Ernest & Celestine” is a heartwarming animated film about an unlikely friendship between a bear named Ernest and a young mouse named Celestine. Together, they challenge societal norms and overcome prejudice to prove that friendship knows no boundaries.
The Illusionist
The Illusionist
Internet Movie Database: 7.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 73%
Metacritic: 68/100
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Runtime: 110 min
Genre: Drama, Fantasy, Mystery
Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 11 wins & 12 nominations total
Writer: Neil Burger, Steven Millhauser
Actors: Edward Norton, Jessica Biel, Paul Giamatti
Language: English
Country: United States, Czech Republic
“The Illusionist” is a film about a magician named Eisenheim who uses his skills to win the heart of a wealthy woman, but their forbidden love is threatened by a corrupt Crown Prince. As Eisenheim performs mesmerizing illusions, he becomes entangled in a dangerous game of power and deception, leading to a surprising and dramatic climax.
Mary and Max
Mary and Max
Internet Movie Database: 8.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 95%
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Runtime: 92 min
Genre: Animation, Comedy, Drama
Awards: 6 wins & 9 nominations
Writer: Adam Elliot
Actors: Toni Collette, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Eric Bana
Language: English, Yiddish
Country: Australia
“Mary and Max” is a stop-motion animated film that tells the heartwarming and unconventional friendship between Mary, a young Australian girl, and Max, a middle-aged man from New York City, as they navigate through life’s challenges and support each other in their struggles with loneliness and mental health.
My Life as a Zucchini
My Life as a Zucchini
Internet Movie Database: 7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 99%
Metacritic: 85/100
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Runtime: 70 min
Genre: Animation, Comedy, Drama
Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 24 wins & 22 nominations total
Writer: Céline Sciamma, Claude Barras, Morgan Navarro
Actors: Gaspard Schlatter, Sixtine Murat, Paulin Jaccoud
Language: French
Country: Switzerland, France
“My Life as a Zucchini” is a stop-motion animated film that follows the story of a young boy named Zucchini who is sent to a foster home after the death of his mother. Through his interactions with other children in the home, Zucchini learns to navigate the challenges of his new life and find hope and love amidst adversity.
The Red Turtle
The Red Turtle
Internet Movie Database: 7.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 92%
Metacritic: 86/100
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Runtime: 80 min
Genre: Animation, Drama, Family
Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 13 wins & 34 nominations total
Writer: Michael Dudok de Wit, Pascale Ferran
Actors: Emmanuel Garijo, Tom Hudson, Baptiste Goy
Language: None
Country: France, Belgium, Japan
“The Red Turtle” is a wordless animated film that follows the story of a man who becomes stranded on a deserted island and encounters a mysterious red turtle that changes his life forever. Through stunning visuals and minimal dialogue, the film explores themes of isolation, love, and the cycle of life.
Persepolis
Persepolis
Internet Movie Database: 8.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 96%
Metacritic: 90/100
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Runtime: 96 min
Genre: Animation, Biography, Drama
Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 29 wins & 58 nominations total
Writer: Marjane Satrapi, Vincent Paronnaud
Actors: Chiara Mastroianni, Catherine Deneuve, Gena Rowlands
Language: French, English, Persian, German
Country: France, United States
The Persepolis movie is a coming-of-age animated film that follows the life of Marjane Satrapi, an Iranian girl growing up during the Islamic Revolution. It explores her experiences with war, political oppression, and personal identity as she navigates through her rebellious teenage years.
Coraline
Coraline
Internet Movie Database: 7.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 91%
Metacritic: 80/100
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Runtime: 100 min
Genre: Animation, Drama, Family
Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 8 wins & 46 nominations total
Writer: Henry Selick, Neil Gaiman
Actors: Dakota Fanning, Teri Hatcher, John Hodgman
Language: English, Russian
Country: United States
“Coraline” is a dark fantasy film about a young girl who discovers a secret door in her new home that leads to an alternate version of her life, but soon realizes that this other world is more dangerous than it seems. As she navigates through a twisted reality, Coraline must find a way to escape and save her family.
Fantastic Mr. Fox
Fantastic Mr. Fox
Internet Movie Database: 7.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 93%
Metacritic: 83/100
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Runtime: 87 min
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Awards: Nominated for 2 Oscars. 32 wins & 63 nominations total
Writer: Roald Dahl, Wes Anderson, Noah Baumbach
Actors: George Clooney, Meryl Streep, Bill Murray
Language: English, French
Country: United States
“Fantastic Mr. Fox” is a stop-motion animated film based on Roald Dahl’s book. It follows the story of a clever fox who outwits three mean farmers to provide for his family and friends in the animal community.
The Little Prince
The Little Prince
Internet Movie Database: 7.6/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 92%
Metacritic: 70/100
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Runtime: 108 min
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Drama
Awards: 7 wins & 15 nominations
Writer: Irena Brignull, Bob Persichetti, Antoine de Saint-Exupéry
Actors: Jeff Bridges, Mackenzie Foy, Rachel McAdams
Language: English
Country: France, Canada, Italy, United States, China
“The Little Prince” movie is about a young girl who befriends her eccentric neighbor, an aviator, and together they embark on a magical journey through the universe. Through their adventures, they discover the importance of imagination, friendship, and the beauty of the world around them.
A Monster Calls
A Monster Calls
Internet Movie Database: 7.4/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 86%
Metacritic: 76/100
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Runtime: 108 min
Genre: Adventure, Drama, Family
Awards: 39 wins & 57 nominations
Writer: Patrick Ness, Siobhan Dowd
Actors: Lewis MacDougall, Sigourney Weaver, Felicity Jones
Language: English
Country: United States, Spain, United Kingdom
“A Monster Calls” is a movie about a young boy named Conor who is struggling to cope with his mother’s terminal illness. He befriends a tree monster who helps him confront his fears and navigate through his difficult emotions.
The Book of Life
The Book of Life
Internet Movie Database: 7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 83%
Metacritic: 67/100
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Runtime: 95 min
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Awards: 3 wins & 29 nominations
Writer: Jorge R. Gutiérrez, Doug Langdale
Actors: Diego Luna, Zoe Saldana, Channing Tatum
Language: English, Spanish
Country: United States, Mexico
“The Book of Life” is an animated film that follows the journey of a young man named Manolo, who embarks on an epic adventure to rescue his true love and defend his village. With the help of his friends and the guidance of his deceased ancestors, Manolo must confront his fears and embrace his destiny to save the day.
The Triplets of Belleville
The Triplets of Belleville
Internet Movie Database: 7.7/10
Metacritic: 91/100
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Runtime: 80 min
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Awards: Nominated for 2 Oscars. 20 wins & 41 nominations total
Writer: Sylvain Chomet
Actors: Michèle Caucheteux, Jean-Claude Donda, Michel Robin
Language: French, Portuguese
Country: France, Belgium, Canada, United Kingdom, Latvia, United States
“The Triplets of Belleville” is an animated film that follows the story of a determined grandmother who sets out on a journey to rescue her kidnapped grandson, with the help of a trio of aging music hall singers. The film is a unique blend of comedy, adventure, and music, with minimal dialogue and stunning animation.
The Wind Rises
The Wind Rises
Internet Movie Database: 7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 88%
Metacritic: 83/100
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Runtime: 126 min
Genre: Animation, Biography, Drama
Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 26 wins & 54 nominations total
Writer: Hayao Miyazaki
Actors: Hideaki Anno, Hidetoshi Nishijima, Miori Takimoto
Language: Japanese, German, Italian, French
Country: Japan
“The Wind Rises” is an animated film directed by Hayao Miyazaki that tells the story of Jiro Horikoshi, a young Japanese engineer who dreams of designing beautiful airplanes. As he navigates personal and professional challenges, Jiro’s journey explores the power of dreams and the moral complexities of creating machines of war.
The Boy and the World
The Boy and the World
Internet Movie Database: 7.5/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 93%
Metacritic: 80/100
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Runtime: 80 min
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Family
Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 16 wins & 12 nominations total
Writer: Alê Abreu
Actors: Vinicius Garcia, Marco Aurélio Campos, Lu Horta
Language: Portuguese
Country: Brazil
“The Boy and the World” is an animated film that follows a young boy’s journey through a vibrant and surreal world as he searches for his father. Through a wordless narrative, the film explores themes of globalization, industrialization, and the impact of modern society on traditional cultures.
Loving Vincent
Loving Vincent
Internet Movie Database: 7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 85%
Metacritic: 62/100
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Runtime: 94 min
Genre: Animation, Drama, Mystery
Awards: Nominated for 1 Oscar. 23 wins & 54 nominations total
Writer: DK Welchman, Hugh Welchman, Jacek Dehnel
Actors: Douglas Booth, Jerome Flynn, Robert Gulaczyk
Language: English
Country: Poland, United Kingdom, United States, Switzerland, Netherlands
“Loving Vincent” is an animated biographical drama that explores the life and mysterious death of Vincent van Gogh, as told through a series of his own paintings. The film follows an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his demise, unraveling a complex web of emotions, relationships, and artistic brilliance.
April and the Extraordinary World
April and the Extraordinary World
Internet Movie Database: 7.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 97%
Metacritic: 85/100
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Runtime: 105 min
Genre: Animation, Adventure, Comedy
Awards: 1 win & 7 nominations
Writer: Franck Ekinci, Benjamin Legrand, Jacques Tardi
Actors: Marion Cotillard, Marc-André Grondin, Philippe Katerine
Language: French
Country: France, Canada, Belgium
“April and the Extraordinary World” is an animated adventure film set in an alternate steampunk world where scientists have mysteriously disappeared. April, a young girl, embarks on a quest to find her missing parents and uncover the truth behind their disappearance, encountering talking animals and encountering unexpected allies along the way.
