On this week’s jet-lagged edition of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor keep things quick but packed with insight. Drew is back from his travels—and despite the sleep deprivation, he’s ready to recap his time at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival and his first-ever visit to Disneyland Paris.

How Annecy 2025 addressed AI concerns and global animation trends

Jared Bush’s surprising hint at the return of hand-drawn animation at Disney

Highlights from Annecy’s screenings, filmmaker encounters, and festival buzz

Drew’s impressions of Disneyland Paris and Walt Disney Studios Park

The popcorn bucket taking over Walt Disney World (yes, another one)

Box office updates for How to Train Your Dragon, Elio, and Lilo & Stitch

Plus, news on upcoming releases (F1 – The Movie, Jurassic World Rebirth, Smurfs, Fantastic Four) and a reminder that yes, Evita is saving Rachel Zegler’s career.

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