Flow, an independent animation, surprised everyone by winning the title for the best animated feature film, outperforming films from industry giants like Disney and DreamWorks.
The film directed by Gints Zilbalodis outshone “Inside Out 2”, “Memoir of a Snail”, “Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl”, and “The Wild Robot” at the Oscars. “I am deeply touched by the overwhelming response,” expressed Zilbalodis as he accepted his award. “I aspire that this victory will create opportunities for independent animators and filmmakers worldwide.”
Or, in a more conversational tone:
The movie directed by Gints Zilbalodis beat out “Inside Out 2”, “Memoir of a Snail”, “Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl”, and “The Wild Robot” at the Oscars! Zilbalodis was overjoyed, saying, “I am deeply moved by this incredible reception. I hope that my win will open doors for independent animators and filmmakers from all around the world.
The film titled “Flow” had an estimated production cost of $3.7 million. This is significantly lower than other productions like DreamWorks’ “The Wild Robot,” which cost $78 million, and Disney’s “Inside Out 2” that had a budget of $200 million. In the animation category this year, there was a close competition due to the impressive showing of “Flow” during awards season. Remarkably, this low-budget Latvian animation won both the Golden Globe and PGA award.
The story follows a cat as it voyages through a post-apocalyptic, waterlogged world aboard a vessel shared with diverse creatures such as a dog, lemur, and capybara. Zilbalodis, speaking for the group, says, “Since we’re all in this boat together, it’s crucial that we find means to set aside our disagreements and collaborate.
In a manner that might seem overly dramatic, exceptional animated storytelling has an uncanny ability to break and heal your heart. This description fits THR‘s review of the film perfectly. The mesmerizing second feature by Latvian director Gints Zilbalodis, titled Flow, is just such a masterpiece – an immersive, edge-of-your-seat survival journey set in a world teetering on the edge of collapse. Remarkably, this silent narrative about a cat that transitions from self-protection to unity with a diverse group of species is truly unique.
The film, named “Flow,” has made headlines as it marked a historic moment by becoming the first Latvian production to secure an Oscar win. Interestingly, it’s also been recognized in the category of Best International Feature Film. Following its triumph, the host, Conan O’Brien, playfully remarked: “Now it’s Estonia’s turn.
On a Sunday evening in 2025, the 97th Academy Awards were held at the Dolby Theatre at Ovation Hollywood, with O’Brien as the host. Take a look at the stunning arrivals on the Oscars red carpet here: [Link to photos]. To find out who took home the awards, check out the complete winners list: [Link to winners list].
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