John Ripa

An animator par excellence, John Ripa was born in 1967 in the United States, in the city of Bellevue, Nebraska. Active since the late 1980s in the animation film industry, Ripa has made a name for himself in Disney classics like "The Lion King", "Mulan", "Pocahontas", and co-directed the 2021 animated feature "Raya and the Last Dragon", which has earned him a significant recognition in the industry. His authorial style is often characterized by a seamless blend of traditional and modern animation techniques, creating a unique and appealing visual narrative.

John, with his infectious passion for storytelling and his incredible ability to bring characters to life, has truly enriched the world of animation.