Fine Tooning with Drew Taylor

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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... more

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February 18, 2025How to Train Your Dragon’s Live-Action Leap and The Race for Best Animated Feature (Ep. 294)
In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor dive into the biggest stories in animation, including:
The live-action How to Train Your Dragon – Drew shares behind-the-scenes details from his visit to the Universal lot, where he sat in the editing bay with director Dean DeBlois.
The Academy Awards race heats up! With the Oscars just two weeks away, The Wild Robot and Flow battle for Best Animated Feature.
Box office updates: Ne Zha 2 smashes records in China, surpassing Frozen 2’s worldwide gross in just 18 days.
The return of Feathers McGraw! Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl wins big at the BAFTAs, and Drew uncovers how Aardman revived the iconic villain.
Disney blinks! Elio moves its release date after the first How to Train Your Dragon trailer drops.

Tune in for exclusive industry insights, awards buzz, and deep dives into animation’s biggest stories!

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February 11, 2025The Wild Robot Sweeps the Annies and The Lost Coyote vs. Acme Movie (Ep. 293)
In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor break down one of the biggest nights in animation as The Wild Robot dominates the Annie Awards, winning eight major categories. They also dive into the frustrating fate of Coyote vs. Acme, the Warner Bros. live-action/animated film that was shelved despite glowing reviews. Plus, they discuss Dog Man’s unexpected second-week box office drop and the shifting landscape of animated features.

Also in this episode:
Why The Wild Robot’s Annie Award sweep could signal Oscar momentum.
How Warner Bros. Discovery’s decision to scrap Coyote vs. Acme has angered fans and filmmakers.
What Dog Man’s box office drop-off means for the future of mid-budget animated films.
Where to stream Flow, the Oscar-nominated indie animated film making waves worldwide.

Tune in for expert insights, industry updates, and deep dives into the world of animation!

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February 04, 2025How Dog Man Became DreamWorks’ First Big Hit of 2025 (Ep. 292)
In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor discuss:
Dog Man’s impressive $36M opening weekend and what it means for DreamWorks Animation.
Tiana’s Bayou Adventure and the fascinating history behind Splash Mountain’s reimagining.
Will Ferrell’s viral Buddy the Elf moment at an LA Kings game and his surprising reason for rejecting Elf 2.
Updates on The Simpsons’ upcoming season and exclusive Disney+ episodes.
The changing landscape of animated indie films like The Day the Earth Blew Up and Wed Wabbit.

Tune in as Jim and Drew break down the latest animation news, industry trends, and behind-the-scenes stories!

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51min
January 29, 2025Animated Oscars Buzz: The Wild Robot, Flow, and Surprising Snubs (Ep. 291)
In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor discuss:
Warner Bros. Animation’s ambitious adaptation of Dr. Seuss’ Oh, The Places You’ll Go! and its 2028 release plans.
The marketing genius behind DreamWorks’ Dog Man, including a new The Bad Guys short premiering with the film.
Animated Academy Award nominees, from The Wild Robot to Flow, and surprising snubs like Moana 2.
The evolving Oscars strategy for animated features, including Disney’s hits and misses in the Best Song category.
Changes at Disney’s Hollywood Studios, including new animation-themed shows replacing MuppetVision 3D.
Join Jim and Drew for an in-depth look at animation news, awards buzz, and how studios are shaping the future of family entertainment!
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January 21, 2025How Hades Became the Star of Disney’s Hercules (Ep. 290)
In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor discuss:
A behind-the-scenes look at Disney’s Hercules, from the creation of Hades to Jeffrey Katzenberg’s surprising influence on the character.
The passing of legendary filmmakers David Lynch and Robert Verrall, celebrating their lasting impact on cinema and animation.
Box office highlights, including Moana 2 crossing the billion-dollar milestone and Mufasa: The Lion King’s continued success.
Exciting new releases, including trailers for Pixar’s Win or Lose and DreamWorks’ Dog Man.
Join Jim and Drew for insights, stories, and industry updates that celebrate animation’s rich history and exciting future.

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47min
January 15, 2025Wildfires Impact Animation and Josh Gad’s Olaf Journey (Ep. 289)
In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor discuss:
The devastating wildfires in Southern California and their impact on the animation industry.
Updates on box office hits like Moana 2, Mufasa: The Lion King, and Sonic the Hedgehog 3.
The intriguing backstory of Olaf’s creation in Frozen and Josh Gad’s journey to voicing the beloved character.
Changes to Fox’s Sunday night “Animation Domination” lineup and what it means for The Simpsons.
The Visual Effects Society Awards nominees, including The Wild Robot.

Join Jim and Drew as they highlight the latest animation news, heartwarming stories, and reflections on industry challenges.

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50min
January 07, 2025Animation at the Golden Globes and Donald Duck’s Wartime Legacy (Ep. 288)
In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor discuss:
The 82nd Golden Globes nominees for Best Animated Motion Picture, including Inside Out 2, Moana 2, and Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl.
Hayao Miyazaki’s enduring creative spirit as the Studio Ghibli legend celebrates his 84th birthday.
Disney’s history of using Donald Duck to rally Americans during WWII, including the creation of patriotic animated shorts like The New Spirit.
Updates on Mufasa: The Lion King’s box office performance and the evolving plans for Disney theme park attractions.
A sneak peek at Marvel Animation’s Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man series arriving on Disney+ this month.

Join Jim and Drew as they explore animation’s rich history, exciting present, and promising future.

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December 31, 2024A Look Back at 2024 and What’s Next for Animation in 2025 (Ep. 287)
In this final episode of Fine Tooning for 2024, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor explore:
How Mufasa: The Lion King roared back at the box office, edging out Sonic 3 during the holiday weekend.
Updates from Pixar, including Tim Allen’s return as Buzz Lightyear in Toy Story 5 and the lingering delays around Win or Lose.
A sneak peek at 2025’s animated lineup, from Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl to Pixar’s Elio and Zootopia 2.
The unconventional tradition of watching King Kong to ring in the New Year, and other quirky viewing habits.

Join Jim and Drew as they close out the year with a mix of animation insights, industry updates, and a look ahead at what’s coming next.

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44min
December 24, 2024Bluey’s Disney Debut and the Challenges of Mufasa: The Lion King (Ep. 286)
In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor dive into:
The excitement surrounding Bluey's upcoming presence in Disney theme parks and its debut on Disney Cruise Line.
Highlights from the Annie Awards, where The Wild Robot, Inside Out 2, and Wallace & Gromit: Vengeance Most Fowl lead the nominations.
The box office performance of Mufasa: The Lion King and how franchise timing and audience expectations played a role.
Updates on Netflix and Sony’s animated Ghostbusters project, directed by Kris Pearn.
The history of DreamWorks' B.O.O. and its journey through development limbo.

Join Jim and Drew for animation industry insights, behind-the-scenes stories, and a look at what’s ahead in the world of animation.

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43min
December 18, 2024Celebrating 35 Years of The Simpsons and Bluey’s Big Screen Debut (Ep. 285)
In this episode of Fine Tooning, Jim Hill and Drew Taylor discuss:
The 35th anniversary of The Simpsons debut with "Simpsons Roasting on an Open Fire," and how production challenges shaped its legacy.
The upcoming Bluey feature film, its creator’s vision, and how the beloved pup is heading to theaters in 2027.
Warner Bros. Animation’s Dynamic Duo, an innovative mix of animation, puppetry, and CG that explores the origins of two iconic Robins.
Sony’s Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse and what’s next for the groundbreaking trilogy.
Updates on Disney+ animated premieres, including Win or Lose and Marvel’s What If… Season 3.

Join Jim and Drew as they explore the latest animation news and uncover hidden details from entertainment’s past!

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45min

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