BBC Ideas Film Produced by Leicester’s Kino Bino Nominated for Global Webby Award
Added by Love Business East Midlands | 7 April 2026
BBC Ideas has been nominated for a Webby Award for their film exploring the complexities of hoarding disorder: a project commissioned from and produced by Leicester-based animation studio Kino Bino.
Often described as the "Oscars of the Internet", the Webby Awards recognise the very best in global digital content, placing this British-made production in the international spotlight.
This isn’t the first time Kino Bino has used animation to tackle this specific subject. The nomination follows the success of the studio's own short film, 'Of All the Things'. Also focused on hoarding disorder, the film has won two awards and has been selected for several festivals in the UK and worldwide.
The nominated film, produced for BBC Ideas and The Open University, continues this mission. It uses Kino Bino’s signature design and inclusive characters to explain the psychological roots of hoarding in a way that is compassionate and easy for anyone to understand.
The team at Kino Bino brings a wealth of British animation heritage to the project. Producer Bella Tomlinson (formerly of Pingu and Bob the Builder) worked alongside founders Steff Lee and Jack Ross to bring the BBC’s vision to life.
"We are absolutely chuffed that the film we created for BBC Ideas has reached the global stage," says Jack Ross, Director at Kino Bino. "Having previously explored this subject with our film 'Of All the Things', we know how much of an impact animation can have in making people feel seen and understood. This Webby nomination proves that a friendly, simple approach is a powerful way to talk about mental health."
While the official Webby Awards are selected by expert judges, the People’s Voice Award is decided entirely by the public. Kino Bino is calling on the UK public to support this important educational film and help raise awareness for mental health by casting a vote before the deadline.
Watch the film: BBC Ideas - https://www.bbc.co.uk/videos/c3dr5xk5xvjo
Cast your vote: The Webby Awards Voting Portal - https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2026/video-film/general-video-film/health-wellness-fitness
Voting Closes: 16th April 2026
About Kino Bino
Kino Bino is an artist-led animation studio based in Leicester. They specialise in creating inclusive, lovable characters for educational, healthcare, and community campaigns. They work with major partners including the NHS, TED-Ed, and the BBC.
With a team history featuring BAFTA and RTS nominations, Kino Bino remains committed to creating work that empowers people to lead healthier, well-rounded lives through the power of storytelling.
