Anima Vitae has been one of the leading animation studios in the Nordic countries for over a decade. Anima is best known for the 3D feature Niko and The Way to the Stars (2008), which was sold to 118 countries and was also nominated for the Best Feature at the European Film Awards. A sequel, Niko 2 – Little Brother, Big Trouble, is currently travelling the world. Anima has also been nominated twice for the Best European Animation Producer.