Shows like Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood or Vinland Saga explore morality, grief, and the human condition.

An 8.7-rated production is rarely "standard." It often represents a leap in craft.

Films like Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (which sits in this scoring range) succeeded by blending 2D comic book aesthetics with 3D depth.

Here is an analysis of what defines animation at this elite level. 1. Technical Boundary-Pushing

8.7 / 10 Animation ... -

Shows like Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood or Vinland Saga explore morality, grief, and the human condition.

An 8.7-rated production is rarely "standard." It often represents a leap in craft.

Films like Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse (which sits in this scoring range) succeeded by blending 2D comic book aesthetics with 3D depth.

Here is an analysis of what defines animation at this elite level. 1. Technical Boundary-Pushing