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Estonian stop-motion animation still thrives, wins at Cannes, hits Academy shortlists, has busy studios such as Rebel Frame and Nukufilm.

“Stop-motion is more expensive in comparison with computer-made films, and co-production is also trickier. Since there are actual puppets and sets, a major part of the film can’t be done online.

Fashions come and go, but Estonia is still betting on puppet and stop-motion animation. “It may not be mainstream anymore, but Estonian stop-motion is still thriving, with many directors choosing it ...

Fashions come and go, but Estonia is still betting on puppet and stop-motion animation. “It may not be mainstream anymore, but Estonian stop-motion is still thriving, with many directors ...

Embracing new tech brought stop motion back onto the world stage, with studios such as Laika leading the charge. Since then, we’ve seen the release of features including ParaNorman (2012), The ...