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Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor

Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor

By: Jim Hill Media Podcast Network
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Summary

 Jim and Drew break down the animation world frame by frame, until you get the singular picture. If you love Disney animation, Pixar, and the classics that were hand sketched, or built out of 1's and 0's in a computer, this is the podcast that draws you in.Copyright Jim Hill Media 2026 Art Science Fiction
Episodes
  • Revisiting Animation’s Renaissance Through Tom Sito’s New Book (Ep. 358)

    Revisiting Animation’s Renaissance Through Tom Sito’s New Book (Ep. 358)
    May 12 2026
    Jim Hill and Drew Taylor unpack the latest animation and box office news, from the surprising strength of The Devil Wears Prada 2 to new reveals tied to Toy Story 5, Dragon Striker, and Netflix’s Annecy plans. The duo also discuss upcoming art books, anime releases, and Tom Sito’s new memoir about the animation renaissance of the 1980s and 1990s. Along the way, they reflect on how modern animation continues to blur the line between live-action and CG filmmaking. HIGHLIGHTS • The Devil Wears Prada 2 narrowly defeats Mortal Kombat II at the North American box office during a crowded Mother’s Day weekend • Amazon MGM’s Sheep Detective overperforms thanks to strong reviews and audience response • Target stores begin rolling out extensive Toy Story 5 merchandise months ahead of the film’s theatrical debut • Jim and Drew discuss the latest trailer for Minions & Monsters and its playful references to classic Hollywood history • Disney XD and Disney+ finally announce premiere dates for Dragon Striker after the series’ lengthy delay from its original Annecy reveal • Netflix prepares its latest Annecy Festival animation showcase while GKIDS sets a June release for the anime feature Another World • New animation art books spotlight Star Trek: Lower Decks, Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man, and Laika’s upcoming Wildwood • Tom Sito’s memoir Drawing Life Back into Animation offers firsthand stories from the rise of modern feature animation in Hollywood HOSTS • Jim Hill - X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia | Instagram: @JimHillMedia | Website: jimhillmedia.com • Drew Taylor - X/Twitter: @DrewTailored | Instagram: @drewtailored | Website: drewtaylor.work FOLLOW • Facebook: @JimHillMediaNews • YouTube: @jimhillmedia • TikTok: @jimhillmedia • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia/ SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - https://strongmindedagency.com SPONSOR UnlockedMagic.com - Save on your next Disney or Universal vacation with exclusive ticket deals from travel experts who know the parks inside and out: https://unlockedmagic.com/?utm_source=partner&utm_campaign=finetooning If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. https://www.jimhillmedia.com/sponsor/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    46 mins
  • The Devil’s in the Box Office: Prada 2 Shocks Hollywood (Ep. 357)

    The Devil’s in the Box Office: Prada 2 Shocks Hollywood (Ep. 357)
    May 5 2026
    Jim Hill and Drew Taylor return with a packed episode that jumps from a galaxy far, far away to the runways of a surprise box office hit. They break down the evolving strategy behind Disney’s theatrical releases, spotlight a full-circle Star Wars character comeback, and dig into the unexpected success of a long-awaited sequel. Along the way, they explore new animation experiments, streaming debuts, and what’s next for both studios and theaters as summer heats up. HIGHLIGHTS • “The Devil Wore Prada 2” stuns with a $236 million global opening weekend, far exceeding expectations • Strong ongoing demand suggests the sequel has real staying power beyond its debut • Disney’s $80 million marketing push helps turn the film into a true theatrical event • “The Mandalorian & Grogu” positions itself as a lower-risk, high-upside Star Wars release • Rotta the Hutt returns in a full-circle moment from Dave Filoni’s earliest Star Wars work • “Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord” continues expanding the Disney+ storytelling universe • Disney experiments with ASL storytelling via “Songs in Sign Language” featuring Encanto, Frozen 2, and Moana 2 • Pixar’s “Hoppers” crosses $375 million globally and shows strong post-theatrical life on digital • Annecy 2026 lineup teases the next wave of global animation talent and projects HOSTS • Jim Hill (@JimHillMedia) – jimhillmedia.com • Drew Taylor (@DrewTailored) – drewtaylor.work FOLLOW • Facebook: @JimHillMediaNews • YouTube: @jimhillmedia • TikTok: @jimhillmedia • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - https://strongmindedagency.com SPONSOR This episode is brought to you by UnlockedMagic.com – your go-to source for great deals on Disney and Universal theme park tickets. Whether you’re planning ahead or finally ready to book that 2026 trip, their team helps you save money and skip the stress so you can focus on the fun. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. https://www.jimhillmedia.com/sponsor/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    42 mins
  • Why Mixing Animation and Live-Action Is Harder Than Hollywood Thinks (Ep. 356)

    Why Mixing Animation and Live-Action Is Harder Than Hollywood Thinks (Ep. 356)
    Apr 29 2026
    Jim Hill goes solo this week while Drew Taylor is off moderating panels at a film festival, delivering a packed episode that jumps from animation industry headlines to box office chatter and even a bit of theme park savings strategy. Along the way, Jim reflects on past California travels, breaks down major animation announcements, and then dives deep into why Hollywood continues to struggle with blending animation and live-action. From legacy hits to modern misfires, it’s a thoughtful look at what works, what doesn’t, and why. NEWS • “Ne Zha 2” heads to HBO after becoming the highest-grossing animated film of all time • Bong Joon Ho’s animated feature “Ally” announced for 2027 release • Illumination’s “Minions & Monsters” to open Annecy 2026 ahead of its July theatrical debut • Disney and Pixar preview new projects including “Hexed,” “Gatto,” and a Cars preschool series • “Coyote vs. Acme” back on track with a confirmed 2026 theatrical release FEATURE • A look back at “Who Framed Roger Rabbit” and why it remains the gold standard for hybrid films • How “Space Jam” and its successors highlight the difficulty of scaling cartoon concepts to feature length • Behind-the-scenes challenges that have plagued projects like “Coyote vs. Acme” • Why blending animation and live-action continues to be one of Hollywood’s toughest creative balancing acts HOSTS • Jim Hill - X/Twitter: @JimHillMedia | Instagram: @JimHillMedia FOLLOW • Facebook: @JimHillMediaNews • YouTube: @jimhillmedia • TikTok: @jimhillmedia • Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia SUPPORT Support the show and access bonus episodes and additional content at https://www.patreon.com/jimhillmedia. PRODUCTION CREDITS Edited by Dave Grey Produced by Eric Hersey - https://strongmindedagency.com SPONSOR • UnlockedMagic.com - The go-to place for great deals on Disney and Universal theme park tickets. If a 2026 trip is on your radar, their team helps you lock in savings and plan smarter. If you would like to sponsor a show on the Jim Hill Media Podcast Network, reach out today. https://www.jimhillmedia.com/sponsor/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    36 mins
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