The Oscar nominations have been announced! As usual, comedy isn't getting much of a look in. But in the oh-so-small category of Best Animated Feature Film, we can proudly hold up Wallace And Gromit in the Curse of the Were-Rabbit as an example of British success! They're up against Howl's Moving Castle and Corpse Bride by Tim Burton.

Oscar isn't exactly well known for nominating comedies. The film industry would much rather we all stroke our chins and look thoughtful as Brokeback Mountain, Munich and Capote fill our screens, before diving into deep conversation about whether Dame Judi Dench or Keira Knightley should win Best Actress.

Frankly, when the film starts it is entertainment I look for first. And I was incredibly entertained in Wallace and Gromit this past year.

Here's to the little animated chums, and all at Aardman Studios. May their Award Cabinet never stand empty!

Edit: It has since been pointed out to me that Dame Judi Dench has also been nominated for her role in the UK comedy Mrs Henderson Presents. We at Funny.co.uk do, of course, wish her all the best. However, she does already have a fair few awards and I'm sure she wouldn't mind letting someone else have this one. Keira Knightley, perhaps.