10 Forgotten Animated Movies That Still Feel Perfect Today

‘Surf’s Up’ (2007)

[{"selector":"#anim-a653f1f0-e96e-40d0-a721-f3e9be236de6 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] A penguin named Cody dreams of becoming a surfer and learns life lessons through competition. PHOTO: Sony Pictures Animation

‘Fantastic Planet’ (1973)

[{"selector":"#anim-4d86f04c-dbaa-451a-b9b0-6feb54fd22e1 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Humans are kept as pets by giant aliens, until one leads a powerful rebellion. PHOTO: New World Pictures

‘Angel’s Egg’ (1985)

[{"selector":"#anim-d4204de1-f492-48a3-970c-d1ae0581f4f8 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] A girl with a mysterious egg travels through a dark world with a wandering boy. PHOTO: Studio Deen

‘Fire and Ice’ (1983)

[{"selector":"#anim-54d8684c-0e87-4f44-ba56-7febaf4cf04a [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] A deadly ice king threatens the world, and heroes rise to stop his frozen path. PHOTO: 20th Century Studios

‘The Night is Short, Walk on Girl’ (2017)

[{"selector":"#anim-c8bd4d83-7010-466a-ac4d-2ba1a666f419 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] A student chases love while his crush lives freely, embracing every moment. PHOTO: Toho

‘The Elm-Chanted Forest’ (1986)

[{"selector":"#anim-70d84d60-53a3-4446-aae0-b72558e45b22 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] A painter gains magical powers and leads animals against an evil king. PHOTO: Celebrity Home Entertainment

‘The King and the Mockingbird’ (1980)

[{"selector":"#anim-1f98e87a-0d35-44b8-a35c-e4c630be6cec [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] A tyrant king’s rule is challenged as characters plan a daring escape to freedom. PHOTO: Gaumount Distribution

‘Tekkonkinkreet’ (2006)

[{"selector":"#anim-b8c38d78-c0af-416c-9985-ef16f564aeb8 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] Two kids defend their city when crime and powerful enemies threaten to take over. PHOTO: Studio 4°C

‘The Thief and the Cobbler’ (1993)

[{"selector":"#anim-cdd73b07-cf02-40fa-ab28-90dc87349b11 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] A cobbler and a thief must protect a golden city from a dangerous invasion. PHOTO: Miramax

‘Waking Life’ (2001)

[{"selector":"#anim-7ad5ab23-53c5-487d-bc5d-1c9fe2c79449 [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] A man drifts through dreamlike worlds, exploring deep philosophical questions about life. PHOTO: Searchlight Pictures

[{"selector":"#anim-ae82003f-1f1e-4083-8115-da5cff8378ab [data-leaf-element=\"true\"]","keyframes":{"transform":["translate(0%, 0%) scale(1.5)","translate(0%, 0%) scale(1)"]},"delay":0,"duration":2000,"easing":"cubic-bezier(.3,0,.55,1)","fill":"forwards"}] These forgotten animated films still stand out with unique stories, bold ideas, and timeless creativity. Read Full Article

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