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: Prepare For Scares With “Curses!”

New DreamWorks Animation family adventure series Curses! premieres this Friday October 27th on AppleTV+. Creators Jim Cooper & Jeff Dixon and director Leo Riley share visual and storytelling inspirations and insights on working with some classic and modern-day horror icons. (This Animation Scoop Q&A was edited for length and clarity.) Jackson Murphy: This family is […]

INTERVIEW: “Inspector Sun” Director On Family Film Noir

Julio Soto Gurpide has directed Viva Kids’ latest theatrical animated feature release Inspector Sun, opening this Friday October 27th. It’s about a detective spider in the mid-1930s trying to solve a murder mystery on a flight. Gurpide unravels the web of intricacies that went into making this comedy adventure. (This Animation Scoop Q&A was edited […]

Highlights of the New York Comic Con 2023

It’s been a little over a week since I went to New York Comic Con 2023. This was my fourth in-person NYCC — and one of the most star-studded and entertaining visits yet. My excitement was high heading into opening day at NYC’s Javits Center. First stop: Disney’s family fun activity showcase they called their […]

INTERVIEW: Taking Chances With New “Peter & The Wolf”

A new half-hour version of Peter & the Wolf, which combines animated characters with live-action backgrounds (and features a special appearance by superstar Bono) is now available on Max. Directors Elliot Dear and Stephen McNally give me a peek behind the curtain at their bold, updated take on a classic. (This Animation Scoop Q&A was […]

INTERVIEWS: “Scavengers Reign” Ready To Launch

Max’s new adult animated series Scavengers Reign premieres this Thursday October 19th. It’s based on a 2016 short. Over the 12-episode season, you’ll witness what happens when the crew of the Demeter ship that has crash landed on a unique, distant planet tries to survive and escape. It’s a thorough, deep, gorgeous and emotionally effective […]

Jackson Murphy

Editor

Articles By Jackson Murphy

INTERVIEW: Prepare For Scares With “Curses!”

INTERVIEW: “Inspector Sun” Director On Family Film Noir

Highlights of the New York Comic Con 2023

INTERVIEW: Taking Chances With New “Peter & The Wolf”

INTERVIEWS: “Scavengers Reign” Ready To Launch

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