Hassan Muthalib
Hassan Abdul Muthalib (born 3 November 1945) is a Malaysian animator, film director and critic, and artist who pioneered Malaysian animation. He was dubbed as the "Father of the Malaysian animation". Personal life. Hassan is a father of three children. His two sons, Samad Hassan and Ahmad Hassan, are also involved in animation. Accolades. On 3 September 2018, Hassan with academician, Khoo Kay Kim chosen as the recipients of the 2018 Merdeka Awards presented by the Sultan of Perak, Nazrin Shah of Perak. Other awards received by Hassan include: