Toys in the Attic (2009 film)

Toys in the Attic is a Czech stop-motion animated film released in 2009. Directed by Jiří Barta, the film tells a story of forgotten toys living in an attic. These toys are divided into a world of good toys residing in the sunny East and bad toys living in the dark West. The film centers on the adventure of a teddy bear named Teddy, who journeys to rescue his friend, a ballerina doll named Buttercup, after she is kidnapped and taken to the Land of Evil.

The film is notable for its distinctive visual style, combining stop-motion animation with various materials, including found objects and puppets. Toys in the Attic explores themes of friendship, courage, and the struggle between good and evil. It received critical acclaim for its artistry and imaginative storytelling. The film was an international co-production, involving companies from the Czech Republic, France, Japan, and Slovakia. It won several awards, including Best Animated Film at the Czech Lion Awards.