The Goya Award for Best Animated Film is an accolade bestowed annually by the Spanish Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (Academia de las Artes y las Ciencias Cinematográficas de España) to honor excellence in the field of animated filmmaking. The Goya Awards, also known as the Premios Goya, are the most prestigious film awards in Spain.
The category of Best Animated Film recognizes outstanding achievements in the art of animation, showcasing films that employ diverse animation techniques and styles. It acknowledges the creativity, technical expertise, and overall artistic merit of animated works across various genres and formats, including feature films, short films, and even animated documentaries.
Nominated films are critically evaluated based on their narrative strength, visual aesthetics, innovation in animation technique, character development, and contribution to the advancement of animated storytelling. The winner is chosen through a voting process by the members of the Spanish Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
Receiving the Goya Award for Best Animated Film represents a significant honor for filmmakers, animators, and all the artists involved in the creation of the winning film. The accolade recognizes their talent, skill, and dedication in bringing animated stories to life, encouraging excellence in Spanish animation and promoting the art form to a wider audience within and beyond Spain.
