'Flow' Wins the 2025 Oscar for Best Animated Feature
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'Flow' Wins the 2025 Oscar for Best Animated Feature
On March 2, 2025, the 97th Academy Awards took place, where the Latvian animated film 'Flow' made history by winning the Best Animated Feature category. (theguardian.com)
A Wordless Journey
Directed by Gints Zilbalodis, Flow is a dialogue-free animated film that tells the story of a black cat navigating a post-apocalyptic flooded world where humanity no longer exists. The plot follows the feline as it faces challenges and forms alliances with other animals in search of safety. (as.com)
An Independent and Innovative Production
What makes Flow even more remarkable is the fact that it was produced on a modest budget with a team of around 20 people. Moreover, the entire film was created using the open-source software Blender, standing out as a milestone in the animation industry for its innovative approach. (estadao.com.br)
International Recognition
Before winning the Oscar, Flow had already gained international acclaim, winning awards at festivals such as the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, where it received the Jury Award, the Audience Award, and the Gan Foundation Award for Cinema. (lemonde.fr)
Availability in the U.S. and Worldwide
In the United States, Flow was released in theaters on February 16, 2025, and is set to arrive on streaming platforms later in the year. In Brazil, the film debuted on February 20, 2025, distributed by Mares Filmes, receiving high praise from critics for its engaging storytelling and stunning animation quality. (ingresso.com)
Conclusion
The Oscar victory of Flow not only celebrates artistic excellence in animation but also highlights the potential of independent productions and the use of open-source tools in creating globally impactful films.