The Academy’s disdain for animation is a matter of record, sniffily referred to as “kids’ stuff” by Oscar hosts who would run screaming if presented with the scatological eschatology of a Mad God. But ...

"The Girl Who Cried Pearls" has won the Oscar for Best Animated Short Film at the 2026 Academy Awards. The Canadian film is about a poor boy who falls in love with a girl who cries those gemstones, ...

Predicting who will get nominated in the three short-film categories at the Oscars is a challenge, even for the most seasoned pundits. But fear not, dear reader! Below are all 15 short films that made ...

From grandmotherly advice to activism and a panic attack on a plane, the spark for a short film can illuminate at any time. Speaking with Variety over Zoom, 11 directors and creators dive deep into ...

Oscars Best Animated Short Film Commentary (Updated March 9, 2026): It’s a tale as old as time: Oscar pools are won or lost in the shorts categories. And this year’s animated short race may be the ...