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Mark Henn
Born 1958-04-06 · Dayton, Ohio, USA
Disney animator, whose contributions to animation have included several Disney leading or title characters, most notably heroines. His work includes Princess Jasmine in Aladdin, Young Simba in The Lion King and Mulan in Mulan. He has also been animator of such films as 2007's Enchanted and the Goofy short How to Hook Up Your Home Theater. Additionally he directed the award-winning short film John Henry. Recently, he was the supervising animator of Princess Tiana in The Princess and the Frog. On August 11, 2024, Henn was honored by the Walt Disney Company as a Disney Legend at the Honda Center in Anaheim, California at the conclusion of that year's D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event. The actresses who played the five Disney Princesses for whom he had served as the supervising animator―Jodi Benson, Paige O'Hara, Anika Noni Rose, Linda Larkin, and Ming-Na Wen―appeared together on stage to express their gratitude to Henn for creating such memorable animated characters.
Acting credits
7.0Mickey Mouse is one of the most enduring symbols in our history. Those three simple circles take on meaning for virtually everyone on the planet. So ubiquitous in our lives that he can seem invisible, Mickey is something we all share, with unique memories and feelings. Over the course of his nearly century-long history, Mickey functions like a mirror, reflecting our personal and cultural values back at us. "Mickey: The Story of a Mouse" explores Mickey's significance, getting to the core of what Mickey's cultural impact says about each of us and about our world.
Mickey: The Story of a Mouse
2022
8.7A behind-the-scenes look at the making of The Lion King.
The Making of the Lion King
1994
6.0An interactive, feature-length behind-the-scenes documentary teeming with worthwhile bonus content all its own.
Beyond Beauty: The Untold Stories Behind the Making of Beauty and the Beast
2010
8.0Featurette on the making of Disney's Princess and the Frog
Magic in the Bayou: The Making of a Princess
2010
6.3The story of the rocky road that Walt Disney took to get his interpretation of "Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs" (1937) to the silver screen.
Behind the Magic: Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs
2015
6.2A making of documentary for Mickey's Christmas Carol (1983)
The Making of Mickey's Christmas Carol
1984
7.0Hosted by John Rhys-Davies, a made-for-TV documentary details the work that went into the production of Aladdin, Disney's musical rendition of the classic Arabian Nights' tale. Animation fans are treated to a behind-the-scenes look at the making of this family favorite, as well as to interviews with the director and cast members, who give their insights into the inspirations for the various characterizations and effects of the film, and also the efforts that were needed to bring this project to completion.
The Making of Aladdin: A Whole New World
1992
8.5Film critic Joel Siegel gets together with a group of animators, directors and producers to discuss and pay tribute to their mentors and Walt Disney's core group of animators, The Nine Old Men
From Walt's Table: A Tribute to Disney's Nine Old Men
2005
8.5The making of Cinderella (1950).
From Rags to Riches: The Making of Cinderella
2005
NRGo behind the scenes of Mulan, in glorious Low-Definition VHS. Originally recorded on VHS from Australian TV in 1998.
From Legend To Life: The Making of Mulan
1998
7.0Short Documentary on the art of Mary Blair: An extraordinary talented artist.
The Art of Mary Blair
2005
9.0A documentary short extra on the Mickey Mouse - Living Color Vol. 2.
Mickey's Cartoon Comeback
2004
8.5Discover the story behind the little studio that could. Located in MGM Studios at Walt Disney World the Walt Disney Feature Animation Florida building gave us some of the best Disney films ever created, including The Little Mermaid, Aladdin, The Lion King, Pocahontas. The building eventually was expanded, and Mulan, Lilo & Stitch, Brother Bear was fully animated at the studio. Hear from executives and animators about the history and what life was like in the "fishbowl". This great attraction, Magic Of Disney Animation, is fondly remembered by fans and cast members alike. Get ready to become part of the WDFAF family.
Beyond The Glass: The WDW Animation Building
2024
Behind the camera
7.8INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING SHORTS: "John Henry," "Lorenzo," "The Little Matchgirl," "How To Hook Up Your Home Theater," "Tick Tock Tale," "Prep & Landing: Operation Secret Santa," "The Ballad Of Nessie," "Tangled Ever After," "Paperman," "Get A Horse!", "Feast," "Frozen Fever"
Walt Disney Animation Studios Short Films Collection
2015
6.6Donald Duck's efforts to replace a light bulb end in comic and catastrophic results.
D.I.Y. Duck
2024
6.6Donald Duck's efforts to replace a light bulb end in comic and catastrophic results.
D.I.Y. Duck
2024
7.1Meet the doers and dreamers who made America great -- including John Henry, the railroad builder who proved the value of believing in oneself. Journey with giant lumberjack Paul Bunyan as he clears the land for American settlers. Follow the trail of the beloved American Icon Johnny Appleseed, who planted apple trees which blossomed along the new frontier. Then, take an unforgettable ride with Casey Jones, The Brave Engineer who never failed to deliver the mail...no matter how difficult the route!
Disney's American Legends
2001
7.1The story of the legendary steel-driving folk hero born with a hammer in his hands, who pitted his strength against a mighty railroad-building machine.
John Henry
2000