David Rubín

A veteran comic book artist with a successful career. His first graphic novels, “El Circo del Desaliento” and “La Tetería del Oso Malayo”, were praised by critics and audiences alike. His first steps in the animation world took place in 2001, working as character designer and storyboarder. He has worked at Dygra Films since 2003.

Juan Carlos Pena

He began his professional career in video and TV in the 80s. From 1993 till 1999 he managed the Audiovisual department of INEF (Instituto Nacional de Educación Física: National Institute of Physical Education), where he made documentaries. His Master degree in 1999 steers him to the 3D animation world. He began working in Dygra Films in 2000.

Directors’ statement

“Dygra Films is the CGI Animation Studio and Production Company behind THE LIVING FOREST (2001), the first CGI animated movie done in Europe. Now we have just finished the studio’s third feature SPIRIT OF THE FOREST, a great eco-adventure for all family audiences. We always seek, in addition to entertain, to introduce other elements to bring more wealth to our stories. SPIRIT OF THE FOREST is not only the adventure of the characters to save their friends from the evil Mrs D’Abondo. It also gives an ecological message saying that trees are not only the ‘lungs of the world’, but also our friends, personalising and providing them with emotions. As well as the defence of the environment, the film also highlights other values. The weaker characters have a special role: Cebolo, the shortsighted and shy gopher, overcomes its fears and becomes the true hero driver of the story, highlighting friendship and solidarity”.