Stylizing Animation By Example-evolution of animation

When people ask you "where do you think animation is going", what do you say? I am always at a loss. What is the next big thing, where can it be taken. Pixar has dominated the story aspect of animated movies, exploring new looks and styles as well. Inside the Mind looks really cool, and looks to push different styles as well.
Check out the rendering techniques being played with over at Pixar. Simply amazing. Paper Man was revolutionary, but this just blows my mind!

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