Animating Cultural Identity: Breaking Barriers in the Animation Industry // Episode 8241 - Jorge R. Gutierrez

Original Recording Date: Aug. 1, 2024Emmy and Annie Award-winning Jorge R. Gutierrez joins us to discuss his remarkable journey in the animation industry. Proudly on the autism spectrum, Jorge shares how his Mexican heritage and passion for pop and folk culture have shaped his creative vision. From directing the Golden Globe-nominated "The Book of Life" to the Emmy-winning series "El Tigre: The Adventures of Manny Rivera," Jorge's work redefines storytelling. In this episode, we explore his latest projects, including the Netflix event series "Maya and the Three" and his upcoming feature "I, Chihuahua." Join us for an inspiring conversation about creativity, representation, and breaking barriers in animation.Join our conversation on social media:facebook.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/breakingthebizinstagram.com/yic_unityhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/18149713Interested in being a guest speaker? [email protected]