At the Annecy Animation Festival, identical twins Stephen and Timothy Quay received the Honorary Cristal award—one of animation's highest honors. Speaking to Variety, the brothers emphasized what drives their work: complete creative freedom. According to the Quays, 'We need the freedom. Otherwise, we wouldn't do it.' The acclaimed pair—known for their distinctive stop-motion and experimental style—have attracted high-profile collaborators: filmmaker Christopher Nolan commissioned their previous work, 'The Doll's Breath,' because he appreciated their singular vision. Now they're developing a new project, though they admit it's still in early stages. As they told Variety, there's no script yet—but they're getting there. For the Quay brothers, the craft remains humble; the control remains absolute.

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