Roger Allers, co-director of The Lion King and Disney animator, passes away at 76
Roger Allers, Co-Director of “The Lion King,” Dies at 76 Roger Allers, the acclaimed film director and animator known for his work on the iconic Disney film “The Lion King,” has passed away at the age of 76, according to a statement from a Disney Animation representative. Allers also contributed to the Tony Award-winning Broadway […]
Animator Tom Bancroft: From ‘The Lion King’ to the Ruler of Rulers
Disney’s Magic: A Shift in Perspective Tom Bancroft recalls the moment when he felt the enchantment of Disney starting to fade. As a seasoned animator, he contributed to the creation of iconic characters from memorable films in the 90s, like Mulan’s dragon and Simba from The Lion King. It was the dream life for many […]
Disney Sued for $10 Billion by Animator Alleging ‘Moana’ Movies Plagiarized His Screenplay
The Walt Disney Company is sued by animators who claim the studio's blockbusters Moana and Moana 2 The animated film plagiarized his original screenplay. He's seeking $10 billion (yes, “billion” with a “b”) in damages. In a lawsuit filed Friday in California federal court, animator Buck Woodall claims that Disney plagiarized elements of an animated […]