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Did you spot all of the in-jokes & Disney references in “Prep and Landing”?
Jim Hill
Okay. I know. JHM has already done a number of stories on “ Disney Prep and Landing ,” that new holiday special that Walt Disney Animation Studios produced exclusively for ABC (which – FYI – wound up being the highest rated Christmas special of the 2009 – 2010 season ). Copyright 2009 Disney Enterprises...
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24 Dec 2009
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“The Art of The Princess and The Frog” takes you behind-the-scenes on Disney’s return to hand-drawn animation
Jim Hill
Okay. I know. It’s verging on panic time when it comes to holiday gifts. Especially if you’re still looking for something for the Disneyana fan on your Christmas list. You know, the one who’s always so difficult to shop for? Not to worry, though. The always reliable Jeff Kurtti (i.e. the guy behind ...
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21 Dec 2009
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“Disney Prep and Landing” claims the top spot among this year’s holiday specials
Jim Hill
For 35 years now, “ Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer ” has been leading the way. At least when it comes to Christmas specials. Ever since this Rankin/Bass production first premiered on NBC in December of 1964, year after year, “Rudolph” has consistently occupied the top spot. Ratings-wise, that is. But...
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16 Dec 2009
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Disney's "Phineas and Ferb Christmas Vacation" is one special holiday special
Jim Hill
Given that Phineas & Ferb manage to make the most of all 104 days of summer vacation, is it such a surprise to learn that these step-brothers really step things up when it comes to their two-week long holiday break from school? Copyright 2009 Disney. All Rights Reserved In " Phineas and Ferb Christmas...
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4 Dec 2009
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“Walt Disney and the Good Neighbor Program” book is a really great read
Jim Hill
Do you have a Disney fanatic in your family? Then this must be the time of year that you dread most. When you’re expected to come up with a suitable holiday gift for this problematic family member. Not to worry, though. Jim Hill Media is here to help. Over the first four Wednesdays in December, we’ll...
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2 Dec 2009
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“Mister Magoo’s Christmas Carol” book is sure to be a hit with baby boomers
Jim Hill
The Philadelphia Inquirer said that it “ … succeeded in generating more warmth and sentiment than have flesh-and-blood actors in several previous … ‘Christmas Carols’ “ The Chicago Daily News that “ … it really was a remarkable job.” More importantly that this production “ … undoubtedly will become one...
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4 Nov 2009