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I've always loved animation and animated films.

I was a great admirer of George Lucas' work.

I was a film major with a concentration in animation.

I do enjoy animated movies.

I think of Ray Harryhausen's work - I knew his name before I knew any actor or director's names. His films had an impact on me very early on, probably even more than Disney. I think that's what made me interested in animation: His work.

I love animated movies in general. I like making them.

I went to the Tokyo Film Festival in Japan because I love Japanese cinema.

My first movie I saw when I was a kid was 'The Jungle Book.' I was 5 years old, and I saw it in a movie theater. Seeing that movie really lit the fuse and ignited my passion for animation.

Of all studios that should be doing 2-D animation, it should be Disney.

My agent set up a meeting with George Lucas. They were casting in England.