Harald Siepermann

Harald Siepermann, a luminary in the animation world, was born in Hattingen, Germany in 1962 and began his active directorial years in the mid-1980s. Best known for his work in animation and character design, he was instrumental in the creation of globally renowned films such as Disney's "Mulan" and "Tarzan". Although he did not receive any major film festival awards, his distinctive style, marked by its charmingly quirky and emotionally resonant characters, has left an indelible mark on the animation industry. Harald Siepermann was not just an exceptional director and artist; he was a storyteller who breathed life into his characters, making audiences across the world laugh, cry, and dream alongside them.