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'Flow' becomes first Latvian film to win Academy Award for animated feature

AP / Mar 03, 2025, 06:22 (IST)

Latvian filmmaker gints zilbalodis won his first Oscar for the wordless animated feature 'Flow', which tells the story of various animals surviving a catastrophic flood. Made with Blender software, the film's visuals and lack of dialogue mesmerize viewers. It marks the first Latvian nomination and win, adding to its accolades from the Golden Globes and other awards.

2025 Academy Award nominations: Producers revealed for key categories ahead of ceremony

ANI / Feb 11, 2025, 13:07 (IST)

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences reveals the nominees for the Best Picture category at the 2025 Oscars. Key contenders include 'The Brutalist', 'Emilia Perez', and 'I'm Still Here.' The ceremony will air on March 2 and be available for streaming globally.

Let us make quality cinema for our children

etimes.in / Nov 19, 2025, 02:36 (IST)

There is no excuse to ignore cinema for children. Even with limited resources in the past and present, memorable classics have been created by filmmakers with intentionality. So why are so few children’s films being made in India today?

Oscars spread love around to Anora, The Brutalist, Conclave, Dune: Part Two and Wicked

AP / Mar 03, 2025, 09:02 (IST)

The 97th Academy Awards honored several films, including 'Anora,' 'Conclave,' 'Wicked,' and 'The Substance.' Notable wins included Zoe Saldana for best supporting actress and Kieran Culkin for best supporting actor. 'Wicked' won for production and costume design. Political commentary was mostly avoided, except a notable statement on Ukraine. Host Conan O'Brien's monologue received praise.