In this new episode of The Animashow, my guest is Olivier Pinol, founder of Dwarf Animation Studio based in Montpellier. With an impressive career spanning top studios like DreamWorks, Wetā, and Mikros on projects such as “Avatar”, “My Dad the Bounty Hunter”, and “Trash Truck”, Olivier shares his journey, vision, and the story behind building one of France’s most cutting-edge independent animation studios. We talk about what it takes to combine artistic excellence with technical innovation, foster a strong creative culture, and produce original animated worlds that stand out in today’s competitive industry. A rich and inspiring conversation about creative entrepreneurship and the future of animation.
