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Oct 2024
37m 49s

In conversation with Chris Sanders | The...

Simon Brew
About this episode

In a special episode of the Film Stories podcast, Simon is joined by Oscar-nominee Chris Sanders, for a conversation and his latest film and career.


The latest film? The Wild Robot, a box office smash and a break in style for DreamWorks Animation. It's now in UK cinemas and we go through the journey of the movie.


Plus! Gene Kelly pops up in conversation, as does Lilo & Stitch and a few other moments from Chris' career...


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