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Here are the film nominees to consider for Best Animated Film at the 2022 Golden Globes. With imaginative tales crafted beyond anyone's belief, the stories told in this year's nominees offer a variety of the best animation films.
From the magical Encanto to the energetic cultural fantasy of Lana and the Last Dragon, these films pushed the boundaries of musical storytelling. While the whimsical world created in Luca astonished with its creativity and moral guidance. Other stronger contenders for the award include Flee and My Sunny Madd.
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Unfolding on the sun-drenched Italian Riviera, Luca is a captivating animation film from Pixar. The plot centers around Luca Paguro (Jacob Tremblay), a sea monster with an insatiable curiosity about the human world. Together with his newfound best friend, Alberto Scorfano (Jack Dylan Grazer), they embark on an unforgettable summer filled with gelato, pasta, and endless scooter rides. However, their fun threatens to unravel as Luca's true identity as a sea creature risks exposure. This enchanting tale of friendship and self-discovery won the Academy Award for Best Animated Feature in 2021.
Actors: Jacob Tremblay, Jack Dylan Grazer, Emma Berman, Maya Rudolph, Giacomo Gianniotti
My Sunny Maad is a 2021 international animated films directed by Michaela Pavlátová. A young Czech woman falls in love with Nazir and integrates into her new, diverse family.
Encanto won Best Picture - Animated, its only win out of three nominations.
Encanto, a musical fantasy film, takes us on an intriguing journey with Mirabel Madrigal (Stephanie Beatriz), a young girl in a magical family. Set in Colombia, the narrative unfolds within her enchanted clan who boast unique abilities, save for Mirabel. The plot thickens when she discovers that their magical home is under threat. Directed by Byron Howard and Jared Bush, the movie won an Academy Award for Best Animated Feature. 'Encanto' is a vibrant exploration of family dynamics, individuality, and the magic within us all, underscored by Lin-Manuel Miranda's captivating songs.
Actors: Stephanie Beatriz, María Cecilia Botero, Diane Guerrero, Angie Cepeda, John Leguizamo
In the animated fantasy-adventure film Raya And The Last Dragon, Raya (Kelly Marie Tran) embarks on a daring quest to find the last dragon, Sisu (Awkwafina), in a bid to save her kingdom, Kumandra, from the sinister Druun. As she traverses through different lands with unique cultures, Raya encounters an array of colorful characters who challenge and aid her mission. This Disney production weaves a rich tapestry of friendship, trust, and unity against a backdrop of stunning animation. Notably, it received an Academy Award nomination for Best Animated Feature.
Actors: Kelly Marie Tran, Awkwafina, Izaac Wang, Gemma Chan, Daniel Dae Kim