Chris Meledandri

Chris Meledandri: How His Vision Changed the Animation Industry

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The mic will be in the hands of the man who has turned his production company into one of the most prolific in the industry.

Founder and CEO of Illumination Entertainment, Chris Melendandri is the force behind the "Despicable Me", "Ice Age" and the animated "Dr. Seuss" franchises which have collectively grossed over $4.9 billion worldwide. Upcoming films include "Minions" (2015), "The Secret Life of Pets" (2016), "Despicable Me 3" (2017) and "Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch Who Stole Christmas" (2017).

He will explain his affinity for creation, the reasons behind his decision to work with Mac Guff on "Despicable Me" and his vision of the animation industry's future.

Speaker

  • Chris MELEDANDRI
    Chris MELEDANDRI

    Founder, CEO
    Illumination Entertainment

    USA

Moderator

  • Peter DEBRUGE
    Peter DEBRUGE

    Journalist
    Variety