Animated films

In an article about Guillermo del Toro's film 'Pinocchio,' the marionette and his father roam through the forest.

Guillermo del Toro’s Imaginative Adaptation of Pinocchio: A Sentimental Review

Elannah Swarnes Matos, University of Puerto Rico-Mayagüez

This animated feature is beyond the acclaimed director's comfort zone, but exceptional nonetheless.…

March 14, 2023

In an article about Iron Giant and his appearance in 'MultiVersus', an illustration of Iron Giant standing next to Superman

The Inclusion of the Iron Giant in MultiVersus Is a Good Thing

Christian Simon, Kutztown University

It’s time to bring this animation legend back into the spotlight, despite the concerns of long-time fans about his new role.…

June 17, 2022

‘Encanto’ Is a Magical Film With an Important Message

Sonia Noorbakhsh, UC Berkeley

Disney's newest animated movie is a heartwarming story and a breath of fresh air compared to some of their older works.…

January 17, 2022

The Great Debate Over the First Five Minutes of ‘Tangled’

Jayni Nielsen, Pace University

The Disney classic never reached the popularity of 'Frozen' and creators are speculating it’s simply because of the film’s intro.…

September 8, 2021

Illustration of characters from the film "Luca" in the sea.

Pixar’s ‘Luca’ Is an Homage to Childhood and Identity

Alexandra Cortez, Trinity University

Rather than comparing this release to other Pixar films, viewers need to embrace this distinctive time in the studio’s history and accept the movie for its heartfelt themes.…

July 5, 2021

Image of A Cat in Paris in an article about animated films. (Image via Google Images)

5 Wholesome Animated Films To Watch When Feeling Stressed This Winter

Emma Watts, University of Arizona

Don't let school or the cold weather get you down. Here are five feel-good films to perk you up during finals season.…

November 26, 2020

In an article highlighting the strengths of animated films, it may be time for the Academy Awards to change their guidelines.

There Needs To Be More Categories for Animated Films at the Oscars

Rose Younglove, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor

There's countless categories for live-action movies, so why not for animation?…

April 3, 2020

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