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Nibbles

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Nibbles is a Canadian animated short film directed by Christopher Hinton and released in 2003. It follows a family on a fishing trip, using the journey and the food they encounter as the basis for its comic premise; the film runs only a few minutes and uses a hand-drawn, pen-and-ink visual style. Nibbles was nominated for the Academy Award for Best Animated Short Film at the 76th Academy Awards.

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What is the short film Nibbles about?

Nibbles follows a family on a fishing trip, but the journey becomes a comic chain of stops and food-related distractions. Christopher Hinton based parts of the idea on a real fishing trip with his family.

Who directed Nibbles?

Christopher Hinton directed the Canadian animated short. Acme Filmworks produced it, and the voices include Hinton and his sons Paul and Max.

How long is Nibbles?

Nibbles runs for about four minutes. Its very short length makes it suitable for animation programs, festival screenings, and quick viewing.

Was Nibbles nominated for an Academy Award?

Yes. Nibbles was nominated for Best Animated Short Film at the 76th Academy Awards. It did not win, but it received major recognition for its hand-drawn comic style.

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