"Oscars 2025: The Top Five Animated Films of the Year"

One of the most intriguing and powerful nominations for this year's Oscars is the animated films, each of which appeals to both children and adults. This year, we have five captivating stories, five extraordinary representations. Essentially, there isn't a clear favorite; all the films have received numerous awards. However, the primary competition is likely to unfold between "The Stream" and "The Wild Robot." But that's not certain. Let's delve into the details.

“The Stream: The Last Cat on Earth”

An unstoppable flow of water poses a threat to the life of every living creature on the planet. A black cat searches for the highest dry spot until it finds a boat skillfully navigated by a capybara. Soon, a lemur and a golden retriever join them. Together, they embark on a journey. The long quest for a better place teaches the animals to expertly steer the boat, find food, and understand one another. The breathtaking landscapes change as the animals swim, dive, nearly drown, climb, run, and jump.

The film by Latvian director Gints Zilbalodis was presented at the 2024 Cannes Film Festival in the "Un Certain Regard" section. It won awards at the International Animation Film Festival in Annecy, including Best Feature Film and the Audience Award.

The film has no dialogue, only real animal sounds. Therefore, it's interesting not only for children and adults but also for their dogs and cats (tested).

The film is available in theaters.

“The Wild Robot”

This animated film, based on the bestselling book by Peter Brown, tells the story of the robot Rozzum 7134, shortened to "Roz." Roz has crashed and found herself on a deserted island. Now she must adapt to the harsh conditions of her surroundings, gradually build relationships with the animals on the island, and even become a guardian to an orphaned gosling.

An incredibly touching film from DreamWorks Animation, which has already announced a sequel.

The film is available on streaming platforms.

“Inside Out 2”

The new animated feature from Pixar, “Inside Out 2,” has become the highest-grossing animated film of all time. Previously, the record was held by “Frozen II,” which had maintained its lead for the last five years. The sequel's earnings have already reached $1.51 billion, with its theatrical run still ongoing.

“Inside Out 2” is a continuation of the 2015 film, which is considered one of the studio's best. The film received numerous awards, including an Oscar. The first film was directed by Pete Docter, while the second is helmed by Kelsey Mann, with Meg LeFauve remaining as the screenwriter.

The original film followed 11-year-old Riley and her five emotions: Joy, Sadness, Disgust, Fear, and Anger. In the sequel, the main character is now a teenager. During her 13th birthday celebration, she encounters a sixth emotion: Anxiety. The premiere of the second part of the film is expected in June 2024.

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“The Snail's Memoir”

This story revolves around the melancholic Grace Poodle, who loves collecting snail figurines and reading romance novels. Set in the 1970s in Australia, the death of her father when Grace was a child separates her from her twin brother Gilbert, plunging her into a spiral of anxiety and suffering. However, hope returns when she meets an eccentric elderly woman named Pinky, full of determination and love for life, with whom she forms a long-lasting friendship that will change them both forever. The director is Adam Benjamin Elliot.

The film is available on streaming platforms.

“Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl”

In the new feature adventure “Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl,” the legendary duo returns to audiences after a 15-year hiatus. Once again, they face the cunning thief penguin Feathers McGraw, who now teams up with Wallace's latest invention—a clever gnome—and attempts to frame the audacious inventor and his loyal dog. Fans have dubbed this film a “nostalgic celebration,” where delicate references to previous episodes can be spotted—from “A Grand Day Out” to “The Curse of the Were-Rabbit.” At the same time, “Vengeance Most Fowl” cleverly responds to contemporary issues: featuring hacking tricks and manipulations with digital systems, perfectly fitting a cautious satire on people's excessive dependence on AI.

Director Nick Park is a four-time Oscar winner and one of the creators of Aardman Animations.

The film is available on streaming platforms.