Tony Bancroft

Tony Bancroft: Animator Par Excellence. Born in 1967 in Orange County, California, USA, Tony Bancroft carved his niche in the animation genre during his active years from the late 1980s to the present. He is best known for directing the critically acclaimed Disney animated feature "Mulan" (1998), for which he received an Annie award for Outstanding Individual Achievement for Directing in an Animated Feature, and his unique authorial style is characterized by a keen focus on character development and storytelling. From the heart, Bancroft is a true master of his craft, his animations not just moving pictures, but a lively canvas of emotions and narrative depth.