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

Netflix

Disney, DreamWorks and Pixar animator Frank E. Abney III (who also executive produced Sony’s Hair Love) has directed a new animated short film. The poetic Canvas debuts this Friday December 11th on Netflix. Abney discusses the making of this passion project, his contributions to Pixar’s Soul and awards buzz. Jackson Murphy: A lot of people […]

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Independent

Viva Kids’ 100% Wolf is now available on VOD and digital platforms. It’s adapted from a book with quite a hook: a young man is expected to turn into a werewolf like his dad and relatives, but instead… he becomes a poodle. Four-time Emmy winner Bill Schultz (The Simpsons) serves as Executive Producer. (This interview […]

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Rob Hoegee is the executive producer and main writer of the new animated series Stillwater, which premieres this Friday December 4th on AppleTV+. It’s based on a book about a panda whose stories, teachings and life experiences open the eyes of three kids. This is a refreshingly calm show, making it an instant standout. (This […]

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Netflix

Damien O’Connor was nominated for an Emmy for the 2017 holiday special Angela’s Christmas. Now he’s written and directed a sequel special. Angela’s Christmas Wish debuts this Tuesday December 1st on Netflix. O’Connor hopes it brings families some warmth and comfort over this holiday season. Jackson Murphy: We’ve had Frosty Returns and Prep & Landing: […]

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DreamWorks

It’s been more than seven and a half years since DreamWorks Animation released The Croods, the caveman family adventure comedy that earned nearly $600 million worldwide and an Oscar nomination. A sequel has been in development, on and off, ever since. Now, finally, The Croods: A New Age is here and will be opening in […]

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