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Jan 5, 2014 · As a boy growing up in 1970s New York, Chris Meledandri never saw any cartoons or animated movies. His early film experiences came courtesy of Woody Allen, Stanley Kubrick and Martin Scorsese ...
Illumination, founded by Chris Meledandri in 2007, is one of the entertainment industry’s leading producers of event-animated films, including Despicable Me—the most successful animated franchise in cinematic history—as well as Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax, Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch and The Secret Life of Pets and Sing films.
Apr 4, 2023 · “We’ve never seen this level of intensity from the audience in anticipation of a movie,” says Meledandri, whose “Despicable Me” series is the highest-grossing animated franchise in history.
Aug 24, 2023 · Super-producer Chris Meledandri, head of Illumination and exec behind the $1.35 billion-grossing "Super Mario Bros.", has signed with CAA.
Jun 20, 2022 · Illumination founder and CEO Chris Meledandri, the driving force between the “Despicable Me” and “Sing” franchises, was welcomed on stage like a rockstar at Barcelona’s CineEurope event ...
Jun 14, 2023 · Illumination founder and CEO Chris Meledandri was feted at the Annecy International Film Festival Wednesday morning with a “Golden Ticket” lifetime accreditation in a surprise session ...
Apr 10, 2023 · 2. Mario’s massive numbers surpassed Meledandri’s wildest expectations. “My mind is a little bit blown,” he admitted. “I’m extremely conservative by nature, but [the numbers] are ...
