A still from “American Delivery,” which explores the United States’ maternal healthcare crisis. The film shows as part of the United Nations Association Film Festival. Courtesy UNAFF.

The Palo Alto-born director had a lot to celebrate Thursday morning after his musical fantasy film scored a nomination for the top prize at the Academy Awards.

PALO ALTO – Perry, the Bay Area donkey who was the inspiration behind the beloved character in the DreamWorks' 2001 film "Shrek," died at the age of 30. In an Instagram post, Barron Park Donkeys ...