Jorge R. Gutiérrez is a visionary Mexican filmmaker whose colorful childhood on the US-Mexico border turned into a rich tapestry of storytelling. Growing up in 1980s Tijuana, Jorge faced cultural clashes and tense encounters that sparked his creative fire.
Hear how a serendipitous twist led him to CalArts at just 17 years old, and discover his candid reflections on navigating the animation industry. Jorge talks about the importance of authenticity and how staying true to his roots brought projects like The Book of Life to life.
Get an inside look at how budget constraints and technological advancements shape his creative decisions, with fascinating insights into the VR experience Son of Jaguar. Jorge also opens up about his autism diagnosis, sharing how it has influenced his life and work.
This episode is a tribute to embracing failure, taking risks, and living a life filled with extraordinary experiences.
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Host: Marina Antunes
Opening & Closing Credits by: Michael Edlund
Produced & Edited by: Joshua Peterman
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TERABYTE: Creative BC.
MEGABYTE: Animal Logic · Capilano University · Netflix.
KILOBYTE: Bardel Entertainment · Industrial Light & Magic · Sony Pictures Imageworks · The Little Dev Shop · WildBrain Studios.
BYTE: Cinesite · DigiBC · Vancouver Film School · Wētā FX.
PARTNERS: ACM SIGGRAPH · SIGGRAPH Asia · INFilm.
ORGANIZERS: Spark CG Society · Vancouver ACM SIGGRAPH.
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