Just a few nostalgic sketches then and now combined with colours, technology, and a whole measure of creativity thrown in to delight us. Yes, that is what animated movies are all about. And with the advent of live animation techniques, and movies like Frozen and The Polar Express, these plots have become all the more a delight to watch. Let us take a look at some of these must watches of the year 2016, the ones you shouldn’t miss.

 

Finding Dory

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We loved the adventures of Nemo when he had gotten lost. The cute little finding story continues as little Dory gets lost.

 

Moana

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She is the latest to join the bandwagon of Disney princesses, here comes Moana. She is tough, she is cute, and she is a born navigator. Watch as she teams up with a demi-god in her search for a fabled island.

 

Kung Fu Panda 3

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Po returns, and Po’s dad too returns. The awaited reunion happens, and there are a lot of pandas. Fat, fluffy, cuddly panda babies!

 

The Secret Life of Pets

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Ever wondered what do your pets do once you leave the house? Find out when the fluffy secrets roll out in cinemas this year.

 

Norm of the North

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To save his homeland from the effects of environmental destruction in the name of development, a polar bear sets on an eventful trip to New York.

 

The Angry Birds Movie

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What do the birds do, when pigs arrive on their island?

 

Kubo and the Two Strings

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Fantasy combined with animation, this one is a must watch for those who love mythical genres. Gods, monsters, and a search for ancestral armour.

 

Sly Cooper

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Loved the game? You will love the movie even more as the infamous racoon thief unfolds his charm on the big screen.

 

Animal Crackers

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Imagine if you inherited a magical box full of animal crackers. And now imagine that upon eating those, you turn into the animal whose shaped cracker you chose. Yep, that’s what it is.

 

Magik

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Featuring Benedict Cumberbatch as the voice behind the lead character, this is the story of an author who has a chance encounter with the world of magic, after the mysterious disappearance of his kids.

 

Pete’s Dragon

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Yes, this is a remake of the 1977 classic, only with more technology thrown in for a visual treat.

 

Book your calendars and frame your plans around the days now. You surely don’t wanna miss the best of 2016. Know of any other? Let us know in the comments.

 

Author: Kadambari Srivastava