Nominated for an Oscar for animation short, "The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore" is gorgeous. It was written by William Joyce who is also the co-director. As I am a HUGE fan of Mr. Joyce's (Dinosaur Bob! Rolie Polie Olie! Wilbur Robinson! SANTA CALLS!!!!!), I had to see it and having seen it I have to spread the word.

Watch the clip then go to itunes where you can download the 15 minute film for free through Oscar night.

Oh - wait - here's what it's about:

That story became the film, which is about not only a man who gives his life to books, but also the books that give back. The story, at turns bleak and bright, follows book lover Morris Lessmore as a windy force of nature leaves his town in shambles, blowing him "Oz" tornado style to a land where he discovers a library of lively books and becomes their caretaker.

You can read more in the LA Times. Then go to itunes and download!!