Latvian Indie Film 'Flow' Wins Golden Globe for Best Animated Feature

The wordless, low-budget animated film triumphs over major studio competitors, marking a milestone for independent and international animation.

'Flow,' directed by Gints Zilbalodis, is the first Latvian film to win a Golden Globe, beating Disney, DreamWorks, and Netflix productions in the Best Animated Feature category.
The film features a dialogue-free story of a cat navigating a post-apocalyptic flood, praised for its universal appeal and naturalistic animation.
Created on a modest $3.7 million budget using open-source Blender software, the film highlights the potential of independent animation outside the Hollywood system.
The movie has gained acclaim for its unique artistic vision, winning multiple festival awards and securing nominations for Critics Choice and International Feature Oscars.
Zilbalodis emphasized the collaborative effort behind 'Flow,' which included young animators and innovative approaches, and its success is seen as a breakthrough for Latvia's film industry.