What is your favorite advancement in animation over the past 5 years?

"Being an animator for the past decade, I have seen a large amount of growth and change in this industry. Over the past few years, I have especially appreciated the increasing quality of 3D animation. It's incredible to compare the differences between animated films just five years ago, to now."

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"My favorite advancement in animation this year has been the return of stop-motion animation and the increasing level of sophistication that has come with its return. Stop-motion has a nostalgic feel and a hand-crafted feel as well. It's a great storytelling tool."