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: Time To Meet “The Smeds And The Smoos”

Magic Light Pictures has adapted many of author Julia Donaldson’s books for the screen, in delightful 20-plus minute animated short films. The latest is The Smeds and The Smoos, about red and blue creatures who vow not to interact with each other. Two younger members of these families want to change that. Directors Samantha Cutler […]

INTERVIEW: Singing The Praises Of “Baby Shark’s Big Movie”

Nickelodeon’s popular Baby Shark’s Big Show expands to feature-length format for the hilarious and heartwarming Baby Shark’s Big Movie. It premieres this Friday December 8th on Paramount+. Writer Whitney Ralls and director Alan Foreman join me for this Animation Scoop Q&A to talk about the film they hope earns wave reviews from families this holiday […]

INTERVIEW: A Personal Journey For “Rosemary A.D. (After Dad)”

Awards season is in full swing, with the Best Animated Short Film Oscars shortlist announcement coming in December, as well as the official Academy and Annie Awards nominations in January. One short hoping to make an impact this year is Rosemary A.D. (After Dad), from director Ethan Barrett. He narrates an exploration into his thoughts […]

INTERVIEW: “The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Holiday” Brings Good Tidings

DreamWorks presents a feisty, heisty new prequel special to one of their most recent hit movies. The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Holiday premieres Thursday November 30th on Netflix. Director (and seven-time Emmy-winner) Bret Haaland and Executive Producer Katherine Nolfi join me for this Animation Scoop Q&A. (This interview was edited for length and clarity.) […]

INTERVIEW: “Leo” Directors On Sandler Lizard Inspired By Poppins

Robert Marianetti and David Wachtenheim direct the new Netflix animated family feature Leo, starring the voice of Adam Sandler in the title role. It debuts this Tuesday November 21st. In this Animation Scoop Q&A, learn what makes Leo one of the holiday season’s must-see comedies. (This interview was edited for length and clarity.) Jackson Murphy: […]

Jackson Murphy

Editor

Articles By Jackson Murphy

INTERVIEW: Time To Meet “The Smeds And The Smoos”

INTERVIEW: Singing The Praises Of “Baby Shark’s Big Movie”

INTERVIEW: A Personal Journey For “Rosemary A.D. (After Dad)”

INTERVIEW: “The Bad Guys: A Very Bad Holiday” Brings Good Tidings

INTERVIEW: “Leo” Directors On Sandler Lizard Inspired By Poppins

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