‘The Wild Robot' Wins Nine Awards at 52nd Annie Awards

The 52nd annual Annie Awards celebrated excellence in animation, with DreamWorks Animation's 'The Wild Robot' leading the night by winning nine awards, including Best Feature and Best Direction for Chris Sanders. The ceremony, held at UCLA's Royce Hall, experienced interruptions due to fire alarms but continued with a strong showing from Netflix's 'Arcane,' which swept all seven of its nominated categories. The Latvian film 'Flow' also earned accolades, winning Best Independent Feature and Best Writing, further establishing its position as an Oscar contender. The event recognized a total of 32 categories, highlighting a range of animated works across film and television. Both 'The Wild Robot' and 'Flow' are nominated for the upcoming Academy Awards, reflecting their critical acclaim and industry recognition. The night underscored the growing importance of animated storytelling in contemporary cinema and television.