Jackson Murphy

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Jackson Murphy is an Emmy-winning film critic, content producer, and author, who has also served as Animation Scoop reporter since 2016. He is the creator of the website Lights-Camera-Jackson.com, and has made numerous appearances on television and radio over the past 20 years.

Articles By Jackson Murphy

INTERVIEW: “Onward” Duo On A Stunning Year And Oscar Chances

Pixar’s Onward, from director Dan Scanlon and producer Kori Rae, was released in theaters just over a year ago, on March 6th, 2020. It’s been quite a year for the comedy adventure, from a brief theatrical run and quick transition to Disney+ to awards season nominations from the Golden Globes, Annie, Critics Choice and Grammy […]

INTERVIEW: “Bombay Rose” Director Gitanjali Rao on New Painted Feature

Like 2017’s Oscar nominated Loving Vincent, Bombay Rose is a completely painted animated feature. This new romantic drama from director Gitanjali Rao is now streaming on Netflix. Rao discusses the making of the movie and how it might impact Hollywood and Bollywood over the next several years. Jackson Murphy: This is one of the most […]

INTERVIEW: Zach Parrish On Disney’s Dancing Short “Us Again”

Zach Parrish is the director of the new Disney animated short film Us Again. It plays exclusively in theaters before Raya and the Last Dragon starting today (and will be on Disney+ in June). Parrish is excited for families to experience this story of an older couple re-connecting through the art of dance. Jackson Murphy: […]

INTERVIEW: Elizabeth Ito On Her Visionary “City Of Ghosts”

City of Ghosts premiering this Friday March 5th on Netflix. It’s unlike anything on television or streaming services right now: an animated docu-style series about a group of kids looking for ghosts around Los Angeles. They interview some interesting people who provide unique perspectives about the city and their passions. This “appropriate for the whole […]

INTERVIEW: “Kamp Koral” Is More Than Just “Young SpongeBob”

Streaming service Paramount+ launches this Thursday March 4th with the brand new CG SpongeBob prequel series Kamp Koral. Nickelodeon’s beloved sponge is 10 years old, joining pals Patrick and Sandy at summer camp. Squidward is their counselor. Mr. Krabs is the camp director (taking care of baby Pearl in his office). Other familiar faces pop-in, […]

Jackson Murphy

Editor

Articles By Jackson Murphy

INTERVIEW: “Onward” Duo On A Stunning Year And Oscar Chances

INTERVIEW: “Bombay Rose” Director Gitanjali Rao on New Painted Feature

INTERVIEW: Zach Parrish On Disney’s Dancing Short “Us Again”

INTERVIEW: Elizabeth Ito On Her Visionary “City Of Ghosts”

INTERVIEW: “Kamp Koral” Is More Than Just “Young SpongeBob”

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