While La La Land was certainly an enjoyable romp through the musical realm, it has been accused as being a somewhat racist product.
Also, while fans of La La Land might be upset the musical failed to secure the Best Picture trophy, the infamous awards body could see Atlantis as a chance to make it up to the younger folks who may be more inclined to follow the Academy.
Of course, this isn’t the primary reason that the film could be seen as a prestige competitor, as Pharrell Williams’ previous nomination status makes for a built-in shoo-in.
Naturally, as the Academy likes to put forth an aura of progressive and diverse options, this would make them more primed to vote for Atlantis as a potential nominee, and even a potential winner.