No race for the animated feature Oscar has been as dominated by sequels since the category’s debut in 2001 as this year’s. Leading the conversation are big-studio front-runners “Toy Story 4,” “How …
,” meanwhile, is the closing chapter of a beloved franchise that has yet to strike Oscar gold. Writer and director Dean DeBlois charted the trilogy’s story arc early on, allowing the characters to age — and evolve — as the narrative unfolded.
From Illumination Entertainment and Universal Pictures, “The Secret Life of Pets 2” tapped comedian Patton Oswalt to voice the lead role of Max, and shuffled the ensemble cast between three storylines. The first film became the fifth-highest-grossing original animated film in history when it was released in 2016, setting raised expectations for the sequel, but Oscar-nominated director Chris Renaud insists he didn’t dwell on that aspect.
The Academy famously denied Warner Bros.’ “The Lego Movie” an Oscar nomination in the animated category following its release in 2014 despite racking up nominations — and wins — for every other eligible honor, including an Annie Award and two BAFTAs.
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