Bonnie Arnold Defends Animation at Annecy: 'Our Films Make More Money Than Their Films'
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Max Goldbart
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At the Annecy International Animation Film Festival, veteran producer Bonnie Arnold (Toy Story, How to Train Your Dragon, Dances with Wolves) defended animation against industry snobs, bluntly stating that animated films generate more revenue than live-action films. She emphasized animation's commercial viability and cultural significance during a masterclass reflecting on her career.
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· 2 pulledOur films make more money than their films.
It keeps the lights on.
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