EP 253 - 'Madagascar' / 'Tortoise & Hare' - John Stevenson

Tell us what you though of the episode 🎙️ On this episode of the Kingdom of Dreams Podcast, I chatted with legendary storyboard artist, animator, and director John Stevenson—the creative force behind Kung Fu Panda, The Dark Crystal, and Labyrinth. From behind-the-scenes tales of DreamWorks hits like Shrek and Madagascar to the untold story of the canceled Aardman project Tortoise and the Hare, this episode is a deep dive into the craft, passion, and imagination that fuel great storytelling. Stevenson also opens up about his ambitious new project, Tin Nopes—a World War I–set animated epic centered on a secret Royal Navy diving unit. He shares the artistic and narrative challenges of bringing historical drama to animation, and what makes Tin Nopes unlike anything audiences have seen before. John Stevenson is a British author best known for his historical and literary fiction. His writing often explores themes of memory, war, and identity, drawing on detailed historical research and psychological depth. Stevenson has contributed short stories and essays to various literary journals and anthologies, and his work is praised for its lyrical prose and nuanced characters. Though not widely publicized, he has built a dedicated readership through his thoughtful storytelling and introspective style.   #digitalcircus #ww1 #animation #summary #shortanimatedfilms #madagascar #madagascarpenguins #dreamworks #dreamworksanimation #stevenspielberg #jeffreykatzenberg http://twitter.com/dreamingkingdom http://instagram.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast http://facebook.com/kingdomofdreamspodcast Watch the feature films that I have directed Citizen of Moria - https://rb.gy/azpsu In Search of My Sister - https://rb.gy/1ke21 Official Website - www.jawadmir.com