Biography
Ray Goossens was a Belgian animator, director, and comics artist, renowned for his significant contributions to European animation. In 1940, he co-founded the AFIM animation studios with Henri Winkeler and Edmond Roex, producing short animated films such as Smidje Smee. Post-World War II, Goossens ventured into comics, working with the weekly youth magazine Kleine Zondagsvriend. He is best known for creating the children's television series Musti (1968–1991), featuring a minimalist animation style that captivated young audiences. Goossens also directed the animated film Pinocchio in Outer Space (1965), showcasing his versatility in storytelling. His work has left a lasting legacy in the field of animation.
Directed 6
1960s
- 1969
Tip en Tap
Director
- 1967
- 1965
Pinocchio in Outer Space
Layout, Director
Spaghetti à la romaine
Director
- 1964
- 1960
The haunted grove
Director
Created 4
2000s
- 2002
Musti
Creator
1960s
- 1969
Tip en Tap
Creator
No release date
Musti
Creator
Art department 1
1960s
- 1965
Pinocchio in Outer Space
Storyboard Artist
Visual effects 1
1960s
- 1965
Pinocchio in Outer Space
Character Designer
Produced 1
1970s
- 1975
Boule et Bill
Producer