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'Flow' Becomes First Latvian Film to Win an Oscar, Surpasses $36 Million at Global Box Office

The dialogue-free animated feature by Gints Zilbalodis has captivated audiences worldwide with its painterly style and universal themes of survival and cooperation.

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Cat swimming in the poster of 'Flow'
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Overview

  • 'Flow' made history as the first Latvian film to win an Oscar, taking home the award for Best Animated Feature.
  • The film has grossed over $36 million globally, a significant achievement for its modest $3.4 million budget.
  • Directed by Gints Zilbalodis, the movie was created using open-source software and features a unique painterly animation style.
  • The story follows a cat's survival journey in a post-apocalyptic world, exploring themes of climate change and cooperation without any dialogue.
  • The film's success highlights the potential of independent animation to compete with major studios and appeal to audiences of all ages.