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2025 Animated Films Explore Identity and Inclusion Themes

1/7/2026

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In 2025, animated films including Zootopia 2, Elio, Little Amélie or the Character of Rain, and Arco explore identity and inclusion.
Jared Bush, co-director of Zootopia 2, says animation addresses complex issues through relatable characters like Gary the snake, symbolizing overcoming bias.
Little Amélie follows a Belgian girl in post-war Japan, navigating identity and grief.
Ugo Bienvenu's Arco presents a familiar yet advanced future, inviting audiences to envision positive change.

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Story summary

In 2025, animated films including Zootopia 2, Elio, Little Amélie or the Character of Rain, and Arco explore identity and inclusion.
Jared Bush, co-director of Zootopia 2, says animation addresses complex issues through relatable characters like Gary the snake, symbolizing overcoming bias.
Little Amélie follows a Belgian girl in post-war Japan, navigating identity and grief.
Ugo Bienvenu's Arco presents a familiar yet advanced future, inviting audiences to envision positive change.