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With each impressive achievement, where lies the title of the Best Oscar-Winning Animated Film?
Throughout nearly 100 years, the Oscars by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences have been honoring many impressive works. Among them, the category of 'Best Animated Film' (established in 2001) is a miraculous breakthrough, creating opportunities for the animation industry's development and affirming the quality of many major studios.
In the list below, Collider has compiled the top 10 Oscar-winning animated films globally. Surprisingly, the Disney-Pixar giant is not the ultimate champion. Moreover, it falls behind two mysterious names, truly worthy adversaries of the 'House of Mouse'.
10. Finding Nemo (2003)
Finding Nemo is a rare animated film vividly depicting the underwater world, delivering engaging life messages, and portraying parental love and responsibility.
9. Ratatouille (2007)
Set in the enchanting backdrop of Paris to the delectable feast, Ratatouille is hailed as one of Pixar's finest. Especially through the message 'anyone can cook,' it exudes fantastic inspiration about passion. Besides the unique plot about a rat chef, the film boasts an enchanting soundtrack, immersing in the beauty of France.
8. Zootopia (2016)
After its debut, Zootopia by Disney became an animation phenomenon by anthropomorphizing the animal world into fascinating scenarios. With a humorous character collection, representing various layers of survival, Zootopia is immediately compared to Aesop's fables. The film is even praised for its high satire, criticizing social prejudices and the vexing issue of racial discrimination.
7. The Incredibles (2004)
Certainly, everyone is impressed with the superhero family in The Incredibles, where each member possesses unique powers, from elastic abilities to holy shape-shifting. Beyond the visually stunning action, the film brings poignant significance, delving deep into family relationships, ensuring viewers are moved to tears.
6. Coco (2017)
Drawing inspiration from Mexico's Day of the Dead festival, the animated film Coco may seem 'spooky' at first glance but holds a myriad of profound messages. It depicts a vibrant image of the 'otherworld,' the power of music, and everlasting family bonds. It's here that Disney invests more in cultural material, honoring the age-old traditions of each ethnicity.
5. Up (2009)
This is truly a captivating Pixar blockbuster, taking the audience on an unforgettable adventure with 'chubby' Russell and the grumpy old Carl. If the emotionally charged first 5 minutes tug at the heartstrings, the rest of Up is an emotional rollercoaster. Viewers will surely laugh and cry through each stage, reaching a climax of emotions rarely achieved by any other film.
4. Wall-E (2008)
In 2008, the world was pleasantly surprised by Pixar's 'post-apocalyptic' masterpiece. Wall-E serves as both a chilling prediction of humanity's future and a portrayal of an extraordinary robot romance. The main characters themselves are not human but possess a remarkable 'chemical interaction,' earning praise from every corner as Wall-E is hailed as the boldest and most beautiful Oscar triumph.
3. Inside Out (2015)
This Pixar film continues to bring tears to your eyes. Right from the concept of personifying emotions to the touching main message, it's emotionally charged. The movie vividly explores the inner world where humans have not only Joy and Sadness but also Anger, Fear, and Disgust.
Through the inventive character group, Inside Out illustrates the intricate workings of human emotions, emphasizing that every state is worth cherishing.
2. Spirited Away (2002)
It's no exaggeration to say that Spirited Away is a masterpiece by director Hayao Miyazaki. Not only is it an icon of Studio Ghibli, but it's also the only Japanese animated film to date that has won prestigious Oscars.
Spirited Away is a true feast of visually stunning imagery, spanning from character design to the outstanding setting of the Spirit World. The film's script is deeply philosophical, addressing various societal issues, including human greed, environmental pollution, the ritual of growing up, and matters of identity.
1. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (2018)
Stepping out from the animated world of Sony, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse paints a picture of a unique superhero realm - where Spider-Man exists in countless quirky versions, from a teenager with diverse skin tones to a clueless 38-year-old. After its release, the film received unanimous praise from industry experts for its animation style, character ensemble, storyline, and captivating soundtrack.
At the 91st Academy Awards, Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse is a rare non-Disney/Pixar animated film to win since Happy Feet (2006). The sequel is slated to premiere in 2022, promising an even more explosive experience.
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