'Flow' Aims for Oscar Glory with Unique Animation

Latvian film 'Flow' could make history with potential Oscar nominations in animation and international categories.

'Flow,' directed by Gints Zilbalodis, is a silent animated film featuring a black cat's journey through a flood.
The film has already won top prizes at Animation Is Film and Ottawa International Animation festivals.
'Flow' is notable for its 360-degree camera work and lack of dialogue, emphasizing visual storytelling.
The film was produced with a small international team using open-source Blender software for a unique visual style.
Zilbalodis explores themes of fear, independence, and collaboration through the interactions of animal characters.