Genndy Tartakovsky
Animator, director of 'Samurai Jack'
Born
January 17th, 1970
55 years ago
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Born in Russia and raised in the United States, this animator and director became a prominent figure in the animation industry. He gained recognition for creating animated television series that combined humor with unique storytelling. His breakthrough work included 'Dexter's Laboratory', which showcased his distinctive style and imaginative concepts. He also created 'Samurai Jack', a visually stunning series that won multiple awards. Tartakovsky directed the 'Hotel Transylvania' film series, contributing to the successful reimagining of animated family films.
Created 'Dexter's Laboratory'
Directed 'Samurai Jack'
Produced the 'Hotel Transylvania' series
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