It’s Alive! A Century of Animation from the Collection at the Museum of Modern Art in Manhattan, New York, traces the evolution of moving images from early paper sketches to the bold graphics of late-twentieth-century television. The exhibition draws from the museum's deep archives to show how artists used frame-by-frame techniques to breathe life into static lines, creating a visual language that defined modern entertainment.

Spanning a hundred years, the selection features work from more than thirty-five artists and independent studios, focusing on the creative energy of New York's local animation scene. Visitors can examine original production cels and design material for iconic figures like Felix the Cat and Gertie the Dinosaur, alongside experimental shorts and influential material from MTV's early years.

By moving the focus away from mainstream Hollywood, the presentation highlights animation as a fine art medium driven by individual experimentation. It offers a rare chance to see the physical artifacts of a process now largely digitized, showcasing the craftsmanship behind the characters that shaped global visual culture.

A lively and accessible collection show that rewards film buffs and families alike with a behind-the-scenes look at animation's technical history.