What’s more, the very best animated movies are those that explore emotions and feelings, which leave a lasting impression on the viewer, becoming film classics in their own right.

This year’s group of Oscar-nominated Animated Shorts are not lighthearted. There’s death, illness and abuse packed into their brief runtimes. Yet the ability to convey a moving story in a short amount ...

“Inside Out” featured an 11-year-old Riley, figuring out her many emotions as her family made a big move and she started a new school. The new film will have Riley navigating life as a teenager.