Mark Dindal
Biography
Mark Dindal is an American effects animator and director born in Columbus, Ohio, on May 31, 1960. Also known as Mark L. Dindal, he is recognized for his work as a filmmaker, animator, and voice actor, particularly for his contributions to the Disney studio. He created The Emperor's New Groove and Cats Don't Dance. He also worked on numerous Disney projects as an effects animator and led special effects for several classic movies, including The Little Mermaid and The Rescuers Down Under. His known credits also include writing.
Career overview
Mark Dindal is an American effects animator, director, and filmmaker born in Columbus, Ohio on May 31, 1960. He is also known by the name Mark L. Dindal. Throughout his career in the film industry, he has worked on numerous projects and is particularly recognized for his work with the Disney studio.
As a director and creator, Dindal is credited with creating and directing Cats Don't Dance and The Emperor's New Groove. His filmography also includes the projects Chicken Little and The Emperor's New School. In addition to his directorial work, he has contributed to classic projects as an effects animator, including leading the special effects for films such as The Little Mermaid and The Rescuers Down Under.
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31 titles- The Garfield Movie (2024) as Sleep App Voice (voice)
- The Garfield Movie (2024) Character Designer
- The Garfield Movie (2024) Director
- The Garfield Movie (2024) Story Artist
- Wonder Park (2019) Story Artist
- Restrung (2014) Art Designer
- The Emperor's New School (2006) Creator
- Treasures Untold: The Making of Disney's 'The Little Mermaid' (2006) as Self
- Chicken Little (2005) as Morkubine Porcupine / Coach (voice)
- Chicken Little (2005) Director
- Chicken Little (2005) Story
- Kronk's New Groove (2005) Characters
- The Sweatbox (2002) as Self
- The Emperor's New Groove (2000) as Kitty Yzma (voice) (uncredited)
- The Emperor's New Groove (2000) Director
- The Emperor's New Groove (2000) Story
- Cats Don't Dance (1997) as Max (voice)
- Cats Don't Dance (1997) Director
- Cats Don't Dance (1997) Story
- Cats Don't Dance (1997) Storyboard Artist
- The Rocketeer (1991) Animation Director
- The Rescuers Down Under (1990) Visual Effects
- The Little Mermaid (1989) Visual Effects Supervisor
- The Brave Little Toaster (1987) Effects Supervisor
- Pinocchio and the Emperor of the Night (1987) Animation
- Sport Goofy in Soccermania (1987) Visual Effects
- The Great Mouse Detective (1986) Visual Effects
- Mickey's Christmas Carol (1983) Visual Effects
- The Flight of Dragons (1982) Animation
- Luau (1982) Animation
- The Garfield Movie 2 Director
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What movies or TV shows is Mark Dindal best known for?
Mark Dindal is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Garfield Movie (2024), The Garfield Movie (2024), The Garfield Movie (2024), The Garfield Movie (2024).
When and where was Mark Dindal born?
Mark Dindal was born on May 31, 1960 in Columbus, Ohio, USA.
How many credits does Mark Dindal have?
Mark Dindal has accumulated over 31 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1982 to 2024.
What is Mark Dindal's background in cinema and television?
Mark Dindal is an American effects animator and director born in Columbus, Ohio, on May 31, 1960. Also known as Mark L. Dindal, he is recognized for his work as a filmmaker, animator, and voice actor, particularly for his contributions to the Disney studio. He created The Emperor's New Groove and Cats Don't Dance. He a...