Latest Animation Victors: Announced Winners from AAFCA, LEJA, and MyFrenchFilmFestival Revealed
The African American Film Critics Association (AAFCA) recently held their 16th Annual Awards ceremony in Beverly Hills, recognising remarkable achievements in film. While the top 10 films of the year according to AAFCA were not available in the search results, it is customary for the association to honour outstanding Black filmmakers, actors, and stories.
One of the most intriguing films that caught the attention of many, yet did not win any AAFCA Awards, was Jérémie Périn's animated film, Mars Express. This stylish, suspenseful tale integrates science-fiction world-building with noir elements, reminding us that our current decisions will have profound consequences.
Mars Express presents a complex and vivid vision of life in 2200, delving into thought-provoking issues surrounding personhood and the boundaries between human and artificial. Despite its thought-provoking narrative, the film did not secure any AAFCA Awards, but it did receive a Special Mention from the International Press jury.
Elsewhere, Kris Bowens was celebrated for his work in The Wild Robot, winning the Best Original Score award. Lupita Nyong'o also received the Best Voice Performance award for her portrayal of ROZ in the same film. The Wild Robot, a DreamWorks Animation production, also won the Best Animated Feature award.
In other categories, Dune: Part Two won the Best Visual Effects award and the Best Sound award. At the 15th MyFrenchFilmFestival, Flow, directed by Gints Zilbalodis, won the Best Animated Feature award.
It's worth noting that Mars Express does not feature Lupita Nyong'o, Kris Bowens, or Gints Zilbalodis in any capacity, and it is not a sequel to any previously mentioned film. Furthermore, it is not a DreamWorks Animation, Sideshow, or Janus Films production.
For those interested in the AAFCA's top films list for 2025, it is recommended to check the official AAFCA website or reputable entertainment news outlets publishing their awards announcements early in the year following the films' release.
Engaging in diverse forms of entertainment, one might find the highly acclaimed animated movie, Mars Express, falling under the 'movies-and-tv' category. This captivating sci-fi noir tale, despite missing out on AAFCA Awards, offers a thoughtful exploration of personhood and artificial intelligence, making it a significant contribution to the broader realm of 'entertainment'.