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Animation Scoop: ‘Beautiful Men’ Q&A

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Three bald guys go to Istanbul for hair transplants. Director Nicolas Keppens dissects his Oscars shortlisted animated short “Beautiful Men” in this Animation Scoop Q&A. ————————- Lights Camera Jackson (a.k.a. Jackson Murphy) began his career as a film critic/entertainment reporter in 2006 at the age of 7. Jackson has written over 1,000 reviews of new […]
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Animation Scoop: ‘Wander to Wonder’ Q&A

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“Wander to Wonder” director Nina Gantz describes her 2025 Oscars shortlisted animated short film in this Animation Scoop Q&A. ————————– Lights Camera Jackson (a.k.a. Jackson Murphy) began his career as a film critic/entertainment reporter in 2006 at the age of 7. Jackson has written over 1,000 reviews of new releases. And altogether he has seen […]
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Animation Scoop: ‘Yuck!’ Q&A

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“Yuck!” is a 2025 Oscars shortlisted animated short film directed by Loic Espuche. Here’s our Animation Scoop Q&A. —————————– Lights Camera Jackson (a.k.a. Jackson Murphy) began his career as a film critic/entertainment reporter in 2006 at the age of 7. Jackson has written over 1,000 reviews of new releases. And altogether he has seen more […]
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Animation Scoop: ‘The Wild-Tempered Clavier’ Q&A

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Anna Samo is on the 2025 Oscars shortlist with her animated short film “The Wild-Tempered Clavier”. She describes how Bach and 35mm film inspired her to make this unique movie in this Animation Scoop Q&A. —————————– Lights Camera Jackson (a.k.a. Jackson Murphy) began his career as a film critic/entertainment reporter in 2006 at the age […]
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Animation Scoop: ‘A Crab in the Pool’ Q&A

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Vying for one of the five Best Animated Short Film spots at the 2025 Oscars is “A Crab in the Pool”, directed by Alexandra Myotte and Jean-Sebastien Hamel. Here’s the Animation Scoop Q&A. Lights Camera Jackson (a.k.a. Jackson Murphy) began his career as a film critic/entertainment reporter in 2006 at the age of 7. Jackson […]
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Animation Scoop: ‘Bottle George’ Q&A

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“Bottle George” is one of the 15 finalists for the upcoming Best Animated Short Film Oscar. Academy Award nominated director Daisuke ‘Dice’ Tsutsumi (“The Dam Keeper”) joins me for this Animation Scoop Q&A. Lights Camera Jackson (a.k.a. Jackson Murphy) began his career as a film critic/entertainment reporter in 2006 at the age of 7. Jackson […]
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Animation Scoop: ‘Au Revoir Mon Monde’ Q&A

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The six directors of animated short “Au Revoir Mon Monde” (“Goodbye My World”) celebrate their 2024 Student Academy Awards Gold win and describe their unique, emotional film. Here’s our Animation Scoop Q&A. ————— Lights Camera Jackson (a.k.a. Jackson Murphy) began his career as a film critic/entertainment reporter in 2006 at the age of 7. Jackson […]
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Animation Scoop: ‘The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim’ Q&A

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“The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim” is a new animated action drama feature in theaters nationwide starting Dec. 13. It’s directed by Kenji Kamiyama, who shares ‘precious’ details about making the film in this Animation Scoop Q&A. —————— Lights Camera Jackson (a.k.a. Jackson Murphy) began his career as a film critic/entertainment […]
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Animation Scoop: ‘A Bear Named Wojtek’ Q&A

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A Bear Named Wojtek is a new dramatic, hand-drawn animated short vying for awards consideration this year. It’s inspired by the life of a real, large, Syrian brown bear, who was adopted by Polish soldiers during World War II. His significant, remarkable accomplishments and lasting impact are chronicled in the film, from director Iain Gardner. […]
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Animation Scoop: ‘Spellbound’ Q&A

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Vicky Jenson, director of “Spellbound” (on Netflix Nov. 22), shares details on the story, cast, songs and themes of the animated feature musical in this Animation Scoop Q&A. —————————- Lights Camera Jackson (a.k.a. Jackson Murphy) began his career as a film critic/entertainment reporter in 2006 at the age of 7. Jackson has written over 1,000 […]
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