This year, the Golden Globes brought an unexpected surprise in the Best Animated Film category. Despite many betting on one of the big Disney or DreamWorks productions, the award went to a little-known European film.
Strong Competition
Among the nominees for Best Animated Film were titles like Inside Out 2, Moana 2, and Wild Robot. Additionally, other productions were included such as Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl, Flow, and Memories of a Snail.
The Surprise: Flow
However, the award went to Flow: A World to Save, a film co-produced between Latvia, Belgium, and France. This production lacks big franchises or dialogue, making it less predictable compared to the other nominees. Despite this, it has captured attention for its unique visual style and box office success.
- Low budget: With only 3.5 million dollars budget, compared to the multi-million dollar budgets of the competitors.
- Box office success: Despite being a modest production, it has been well received in US cinemas.
- Innovative visual style: A design that has enchanted animation fans.
The Future of Flow
With the Golden Globe in hand, Flow positions itself as one of the strong contenders for the Oscars. However, considering the Academy Awards' track record, it won't be easy for this independent film to overcome the big studios.
The Story of Flow
As for the plot, Flow tells the story of a black cat who, fearful of a water-filled world, finds refuge on a boat where it joins other animals to survive this dangerous situation.
"Flow: A World to Save is a triumph for independent animation."
The release in Spanish cinemas is scheduled for January 24.