Gary Trousdale
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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Gary A. Trousdale (born June 8, 1960) is an American film director known for directing movies such as Beauty and the Beast, The Hunchback of Notre Dame and Atlantis: The Lost Empire. He frequently directs films with Kirk Wise. Trousdale planned to become an architect, but decided instead to study animation at CalArts, where he studied for three years. He was hired in 1982 to design storyboards and do other animation. He then went to work designing restaurant menus and t-shirts. Trousdale was hired by Walt Disney Feature Animation in 1985 as an effects animator on The Black Cauldron. He gained true prominence in his field with the success of his animated film directorial debut Beauty and the Beast, which was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Picture and won a LAFCA Award. He later directed The Hunchback of Notre Dame in 1996. In 2001 he directed Atlantis: The Lost Empire. He moved to DreamWorks Animation in 2003, where he worked on projects such as The Madagascar Penguins in a Christmas Caper, Shrek the Halls and more recently Scared Shrekless. Description above from the Wikipedia article Gary Trousdale, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
Career Statistics & Market Influence
Analyzing the cinematic journey of Gary Trousdale reveals a career defined by exceptional commercial consistency. With a total of 7 major appearances, the actor has established a significant footprint in global cinema.
Genre Dominance: Documentary
The majority of Gary Trousdale's filmography leans towards the Documentary genre. Audience data suggests that viewers respond most favorably to this persona, though their versatility has allowed for successful crossovers into other categories.
The "Box Office" Signature
With a 71% Success Ratio (movies rated above 6.5), Gary Trousdale remains a reliable draw for studios. Their peak performance was recorded in The Making of 'Atlantis: The Lost Empire', which continues to be the benchmark for their career rating-wise.
Best Gary Trousdale Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Gary Trousdale's career based on audience ratings.
Complete Filmography & Success Status
Tracking the career evolution and box office verdicts of Gary Trousdale.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | Howard | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2010 | Shrek's Yule Log | Santa Claus (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2009 | Waking Sleeping Beauty | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2007 | Shrek the Halls | Santa (voice) | Average | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Sweatbox | Self | Hit | Similar → |
| 2002 | The Making of 'Atlantis: The Lost Empire' | Self - Director | Hit | Similar → |
| 1996 | The Hunchback of Notre Dame | The Old Heretic (voice) | Hit | Similar → |
Gary Trousdale - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Gary Trousdale?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Gary Trousdale is "The Making of 'Atlantis: The Lost Empire'" with a rating of 7.3/10.
How many movies has Gary Trousdale acted in?
Gary Trousdale has been featured in at least 7 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Gary Trousdale?
Other notable films include "Waking Sleeping Beauty", "The Hunchback of Notre Dame", and "The Sweatbox".