It seems that the world of animation begins and ends at Disney and Pixar (which is also Disney), but nothing is further from the truth. There are a large number of animated films that are not from these studios and that are true masterpieces. For this reason, today we want to show you 6 films of this type that you will love if you are an animation fan . As you will see, there are options that are even far superior to what the two usual studios offer us.
There is no doubt that both Disney and Pixar have made animation history. Some of his films, such as The Lion King or the Toy Story saga, are legendary and fans of this type of cinema cannot miss them.
However, there are many more worthwhile animated films outside of these two studios and we highly recommend these.
1. Spirited Away (Studio Ghibli)
In fact, we recommend practically any film made by Ghibli and its founder, the legendary Hayo Miyazaki . From My Neighbor Totoro to Princess Mononoke , going through Spirited Away , which I highlight simply out of personal preference, although almost all of them are true works of art.
The animation is spectacular, traditional and with an inimitable aftertaste that is very typical of this studio . In addition to that, his stories are always magical, with a background of tenderness and humanity that is difficult to overcome.
2. How to Train Your Dragon (Dreamworks)
If you want something more in line with the Disney/Pixar spirit, but not from them, the answer is, without a doubt, the How to Train Your Dragon saga . The success of the film from Dreamworks studios has made it a three-film franchise for the time being.
And the three maintain a good level, although the best is the first . He lost at the Oscars for best animated film, but his rival was none other than Toy Story 3 .
From that same studio, we also recommend Megamente . Very funny.
3. Your name (Comix Wave Films – Tōhō)
We return to Japan for a cult animated film , Your name .
There we are told the story of a boy and a girl who occasionally wake up in each other’s bodies and do not know each other at all. The development of the story and their search for what is happening to them has given rise to a mythical film among anime fans .
However, the quality of its design, its visual style and its plot are suitable for any serious movie fan.
4. Akira (Katsuhiro Otomo)
And if we talk about legends and masterpieces, without a doubt, Akira must be at the top . The 1988 film does not age one iota and shows us a Neo-Tokyo in a future that, in reality, has already passed, because it is set in 2019.
Essential if you are a lover of anime , cyberpunk or simply have good taste.
5. The Iron Giant (Warner Bros)
One of the most emotional films and another one of those strange masterpieces that does not have the Disney/Pixar stamp , although, in reality, it does a little. The film is from 1999 and was directed by Brad Bird who, after her, would sign some legendary Pixar films, such as Ratatouille or The Incredibles 2 .
Although it was a box office failure, it is excellent and has vindicated itself over the years . Plus, it’s probably Vin Diesel’s best role.
6. The Breadwinner / The Bread of War (Netflix)
Produced by Angelina Jolie among others, this animated film, nominated for an Oscar and produced by Netflix (you can watch it there), tells the life of Parvana, an Afghan girl who lives under the Taliban regime.
Essential if you like good animation and more adult themes.
As you can see, there is life, and a lot of it, beyond the almighty Disney and Netflix. So, if you want a breath of fresh air, don’t hesitate to take a look at any of these animated movies , because they are excellent.
