The Jim Hill Media Podcast Network Inside the Animation Is Film Festival with Matt Kaszanek (Ep. 328)
Jim Hill and Drew Taylor welcome special guest Matt Kaszanek, Program Director for the Animation Is Film Festival, to talk about what fans can expect at this year’s event at the TCL Chinese Theatre. From exclusive screenings and panels to the state of the animation industry, this episode dives deep into the heart of Hollywood’s celebration of animated storytelling. Jim and Drew also cover the latest box-office chatter, streaming updates, and big animation headlines.
• Why Tron: Ares may still have a chance to rebound despite a soft opening
• The premiere lineup and behind-the-scenes planning of the Animation Is Film Festival
• Drew’s firsthand look at Sony’s new Animation campus and Infinity Festival highlights
• Updates on Primal Season 3, Bat-Fam, and The Bad Guys: Breaking In
• Guillermo del Toro’s new stop-motion school and what it means for future filmmakers
Whether you’re a longtime animation fan or just curious about what’s next on the big screen, this episode of Fine Tooning packs plenty of insight, stories, and laughter from Hollywood’s animation insiders.
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