What is the Academy Award for Animated Short Film?
Q: What is the Academy Award for Animated Short Film?
A: The Academy Award for Animated Short Film is an award given by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences. It has been part of the Academy Awards every year since the 5th Academy Awards for 1931-1932.
Q: When was this category known as "Short Subjects, Cartoons"?
A: This category was known as "Short Subjects, Cartoons" from 1932 until 1970.
Q: What title did it have from 1971 to 1973?
A: From 1971 to 1973, it was known as "Short Subjects, Animated Films".
Q: When did the present title begin?
A: The present title began with the 1974 awards.
Q: Were movies from other countries eligible for nomination before 1952?
A: Only American movies were nominated for the award until 1952.
Q: How long can a movie be in order to qualify for this award?
A: The Academy defines short films as being "not more than 40 minutes, including all credits."
