Burny Mattinson's illustrious career in animation has been marked by numerous prestigious achievements, including his work as the director of the Academy Award-nominated 1983 animated featurette "Mickey's Christmas Carol". This iconic film showcased Mattinson's exceptional storytelling abilities and attention to detail.
In addition to his work on "Mickey's Christmas Carol", Mattinson also wrote, produced, and directed the 1986 animated feature film "The Great Mouse Detective", further solidifying his reputation as a master of his craft.
Throughout his long and distinguished career, Mattinson has worked on a wide range of beloved Disney classics, including "Sleeping Beauty", "101 Dalmatians", "The Sword in the Stone", "The Jungle Book", "The Aristocats", and "The Rescuers". His contributions to these films have helped to make them enduring favorites among audiences of all ages.
Mattinson's impressive resume also includes his work as a key member of the story team on Disney's contemporary classics, such as "Aladdin", "Beauty & the Beast", "The Lion King", "Pocahontas", "Mulan", "The Hunchback of Notre Dame", and "Tarzan". His ability to craft compelling stories and characters has been a hallmark of his work throughout his career.
Mattinson's journey at Disney began in 1953, when he joined the company at the age of 18 without formal art training. Less than six months later, he started working as an in-betweener on the classic film "Lady and the Tramp", marking the beginning of a long and successful career with the studio.
