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Chris Appelhans
Director and writer at Sony Pictures Animation, known for writing/directing Netflix's Wish Dragon and work on films like Coraline and The Princess and the Frog; co-writer and co-director of K-pop Demon Hunters.
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Oct 2, 2025
• 51min
265 | KPop Demon Hunters Directors: Maggie Kang & Chris Appelhans on Balancing Heart, Humor & Music
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Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans, talented directors from Sony Pictures Animation, dive into their latest project, K-pop Demon Hunters. They explore how they balanced heartfelt story elements with humor and music, revealing the emotional center of their narrative. The duo discusses the character sacrifice that shapes the plot, their collaborative songwriting process, and the importance of intimate character moments. With insights on how specificity can unlock universal themes, they share the creative journey behind crafting a vivid, interconnected world.
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