Kevin Lima

An iconic figure in the realm of animated cinema, Kevin Lima was born in 1962 in Pawtucket, Rhode Island, USA. With a career spanning over thirty years, Lima has directed a variety of films primarily in the animation and family genres, with his most renowned works including "Tarzan" (1999), "102 Dalmatians" (2000) and the hybrid animation-live action film "Enchanted" (2007), the latter earning him a Saturn Award for Best Director. As an auteur, Lima's storytelling often exemplifies a unique blend of humor and emotion, seamlessly weaving together elements of fantasy and reality.

On a more personal note, Kevin Lima's profound understanding of the child's perspective and his ability to create fantasy worlds that resonate with adults too, has made him a beloved figure in the world of animation.