Tony Bancroft: “Iron Sharpening Iron”

If you’ve ever enjoyed a Disney movie, you’re going to love hearing from today’s guest, Tony Bancroft. Chances are Tony, former Disney animator who now directs Lipscomb’s thriving animation program, and his twin, Tom, had a hand in bringing some of your favorites to the screen. Tune in to hear which movies Tony has worked on, and to hear about the influences that shaped the artistic talents of two animators with worldwide impact.

Check out a new 2-D animated film just released called Light of the World: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rGd9zO_lvU4

Light of the World tells the story of Jesus through the eyes of a young Apostle John. It is co-directed by Tom, and Tony served as animation director and co-head of story on the project. Early reviews are calling it an instant classic, a film for the whole family that has the power to change people.

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