EP 42 - Director Lorna Cook - Behind 'Spirit': Lorna Cook’s Directorial Challenges

Tell us what you though of the episode

Join acclaimed director Lorna Cook for an inspiring deep dive into the making of DreamWorks’ beloved classic, Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron.

In this captivating conversation, Cook reveals the creative journey behind the film—from its groundbreaking animation and emotional storytelling to her collaboration with a talented team of artists. Discover the passion, challenges, and vision that brought Spirit’s unforgettable adventure to life.

Lorna Cook is an American animator, director, and storyboard artist renowned for her contributions to the animation industry. She began her career as an animator on films like The Secret of NIMH (1982) and An American Tail (1986). At Walt Disney Animation Studios, Cook worked on acclaimed projects such as Beauty and the Beast (1991), animating the character Belle, and The Lion King (1994), where she contributed to the story and animated Adult Simba. ​

Transitioning to DreamWorks Animation, Cook co-directed Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron (2002), a film that received an Academy Award nomination for Best Animated Feature and won four Annie Awards. Her extensive career also includes roles as a story artist on films like Mulan (1998) and The Prince of Egypt (1998). Cook's dedication and artistic vision have significantly influenced modern animated storytelling.​

#jeffreykatzenberg #lornacook #history #hanszimmer #animationlookbackwaltdisney

http://twitter.com/dreamingkingdom
http://instagram.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast
http://facebook.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast

Watch the feature films that I have directed
Citizen of Moria - https://rb.gy/azpsu
In Search of My Sister - https://rb.gy/1ke21
Official Website - www.jawadmir.com