"The short animated film 'The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse', produced by Apple TV+, emerges victorious at the Academy Awards, bagging the award for Best Animated Short Film."
The animated film The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse has made history as the first all-original streaming service to win an Academy Award. Produced by Apple Original Films, the film was honoured with the Best Animated Short Film award at the 95th Annual Academy Awards.
Based on the beloved book by Charlie Mackesy, the film tells a poignant tale of love and hope, featuring an original score by composer Isobel Waller-Bridge, performed by the BBC Concert Orchestra and conducted by Geoff Alexander. The film stars Tom Hollander as The Mole, Idris Elba as The Fox, Gabriel Byrne as The Horse, and newcomer Jude Coward Nicoll as The Boy.
The film has been praised for its deep and stunning work of art, translating the exquisite illustrations into hand-drawn animation. It has also been hailed as a poignant tale of love and hope, reinforcing the strength that can be found in our common humanity.
The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences recognised the film for its exceptional storytelling and its ability to honour the strength of our shared humanity. Apple's head of Worldwide Video, Jamie Erlicht, also expressed congratulations to the creative team behind the film, highlighting its reinforcement of the strength that can be found in our common humanity.
Zack Van Amburg, Apple's head of Worldwide Video, expressed pride in the film and gratitude towards the Academy for the recognition. The film has also been recognised with various other awards, including a BAFTA Film Award win, four Annie Awards including Best Special Production, and an NAACP Image Awards nomination.
The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse is presented in partnership with the BBC and is currently streaming on Apple TV+. Apple TV+ offers a wide range of premium, compelling drama and comedy series, feature films, groundbreaking documentaries, and kids and family entertainment.
With over 1 billion screens and available in over 100 countries and regions, Apple TV+ continues to push the boundaries of storytelling and entertainment. The film's win at the Academy Awards is a testament to their commitment to creating high-quality content that resonates with audiences around the world.
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