LAIKA, the award-winning animation studio nestled in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, celebrates 15 years of bold, memorable and award-winning filmmaking this month. With its world-class filmmaking team and a commitment to make “movies that matter,” LAIKA pushes the boundaries of family entertainment and animated movies, redefining what stories can and should be told through the art form. Distinctive and enduring, LAIKA’s stories pack an emotional punch. Over 15 years and five films, LAIKA has become the home of beloved modern stop-motion classics that are essential viewing for discerning fans of animated films.