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Animation Revolution: New Styles Challenge Pixar's Dominance

12/2/2025

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Story summary

The race for the best animated feature highlights a shift as traditional CGI from Pixar and Disney faces new competition.
Netflix's KPop Demon Hunters leads a wave of anime-driven films, including Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle and Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc.
European hand-drawn animation remains strong, with French filmmakers challenging the CG norm.
The trend signals a broader redefinition of animation as a medium for all ages.

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Story summary

The race for the best animated feature highlights a shift as traditional CGI from Pixar and Disney faces new competition.
Netflix's KPop Demon Hunters leads a wave of anime-driven films, including Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle and Chainsaw Man – The Movie: Reze Arc.
European hand-drawn animation remains strong, with French filmmakers challenging the CG norm.
The trend signals a broader redefinition of animation as a medium for all ages.