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Chris deFaria | |
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 DeFaria in 2018 | |
| Born | May 20, 1959 San Francisco, California, US |
| Alma mater | University of California, Los Angeles |
| Occupation | Film producer |
| Years active | 1969–1973 (voice actor) 1989–present (producer) |
| Children | 3 |
Christopher DeFaria (born May 20, 1959) is an American film producer.[1] He served as president of animation and innovative technology at Warner Bros. Pictures for four years. In January 2017, he joined DreamWorks Animation in the newly created position of president of the DreamWorks Feature Animation Group.[2] As president, DeFaria oversaw all aspects of DWA's feature animation business, including slate strategy, development, production; innovation and technology; and business affairs[2] prior to his departure in early 2019.[3]
He is a graduate of UCLA, a member of the AMPAS and WGA and a founding member of FilmAid International. He serves on the board of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts.
- ^ "Christopher DeFaria Filmography". Movies & TV Dept. The New York Times. 2016. Archived from the original on 2016-03-27.
- ^ a b "DreamWorks Animation Finds New Chief in Warner Bros. Veteran (Exclusive)". The Hollywood Reporter. Retrieved 2017-01-12.
- ^ D'Alessandro, Anthony (January 9, 2019). "Chris deFaria Exiting DreamWorks Animation As President; DWA TV Boss Margie Cohn Takes Over". Deadline Hollywood. Retrieved January 9, 2019.