The animation movie industry is full of amazing films that have become classics over the years. But there are also some hidden gems that have gone unnoticed by many. Here are 8 of the best animation movies that you may not have heard of.
1. The Secret of Kells (2009)
The Secret of Kells is an Irish animated fantasy film directed by Tomm Moore. It tells the story of Brendan, a young boy living in a remote medieval outpost under siege from Viking raiders. He embarks on a quest to find a legendary book that will help to save his people. The film is visually stunning and has been praised for its unique art style and beautiful soundtrack.
2. The Triplets of Belleville (2003)
The Triplets of Belleville is a French animated comedy-drama directed by Sylvain Chomet. It follows the story of Madame Souza, an elderly woman who goes on an adventure to rescue her grandson, who has been kidnapped by the French mafia. Along the way, she meets three eccentric jazz singers who help her on her quest. The film is full of quirky humor and has been praised for its unique art style.
3. The Illusionist (2010)
The Illusionist is a French-British animated drama directed by Sylvain Chomet. It tells the story of an aging magician who travels to Scotland in search of work and finds himself performing for a young girl who believes in his magic. The film is full of emotion and has been praised for its beautiful visuals and heartfelt story.
4. Mary and Max (2009)
Mary and Max is an Australian claymation comedy-drama directed by Adam Elliot. It tells the story of Mary, an 8-year-old girl living in Australia, and Max, an obese 44-year-old man living in New York City, who become pen pals and form an unlikely friendship. The film is full of dark humor and has been praised for its unique art style and touching story.
5. My Life as a Zucchini (2016)
My Life as a Zucchini is a Swiss-French stop motion animated comedy-drama directed by Claude Barras. It tells the story of Zucchini, an orphaned 9-year-old boy who finds himself living in a foster home with other children his age. The film is full of heartwarming moments and has been praised for its beautiful visuals and touching story.
6. The Red Turtle (2016)
The Red Turtle is a French-Belgian animated fantasy drama directed by Michael Dudok de Wit. It tells the story of a man who becomes stranded on a deserted island and encounters a giant red turtle which changes his life forever. The film is visually stunning and has been praised for its unique art style and beautiful soundtrack.
7. Song Of The Sea (2014)
Song Of The Sea is an Irish animated fantasy film directed by Tomm Moore. It tells the story of Ben, a young boy living in Ireland with his mother, who discovers that he has magical powers linked to the sea creatures around him. The film is full of emotion and has been praised for its beautiful visuals and heartfelt story.
8. Ernest & Celestine (2012)
Ernest & Celestine is a French-Belgian animated comedy-drama directed by Stéphane Aubier, Vincent Patar, and Benjamin Renner. It tells the story of Ernest, an old bear living alone in his cave, and Celestine, a young mouse living with her family in their underground home beneath Ernest’s cave. The two form an unlikely friendship despite their differences in size and species. The film is full of heartwarming moments and has been praised for its unique art style.
