“Zootopia 2,” co-directed by Issaquah native Byron Howard, has been nominated for an Oscar for Best Animated Feature. The film showcases Howard’s enduring love for cinema, which began during his childhood in Washington State and continues to fuel his creative work today.

A legendary Nickelodeon animator, known for acclaimed hits like El Tigre and The Book of Life, has hinted at a new Looney Tunes movie. The iconic cartoon franchise remains a focal point for Warner Bros., sparking fresh excitement about the future of these beloved characters.

In his animated film “Scarlet,” director Mamoru Hosoda reframes the timeless “To be or not to be?” for a new age. Drawing on Shakespeare’s iconic soliloquy, Hosoda explores how animation breathes fresh life into one of literature’s most enduring questions.