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‘Toy Story 5’ Movie Review

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“Toy Story 3” (2010) and “Toy Story 4” (2019) both felt like franchise conclusions. As it turned out, neither ended Pixar’s beloved saga, because “Toy Story 5” has arrived. It’s the most serious installment yet in the three-decade franchise (which, besides the five features, includes two well-received holiday specials and several fun shorts). This is […]
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Animation Scoop: 40 Years of Pixar

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These are highlights of 40 Years of Pixar, for Animation Scoop. The iconic animation studio is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year with the releases of “Hoppers” and “Toy Story 5”. 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 […]
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Exploring the “Hoppers” Bonus Features

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Disney/Pixar’s “Hoppers” made over $430 million worldwide in theaters earlier this year. Now the fun continues at home with the Blu-ray, Ultra HD and Digital pack release this Tuesday June 2nd. If you enjoyed the film, I think you’ll have a good time checking out the Bonus Features. Here’s what to expect: “THE CRITTER DIARIES” […]
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Animation Scoop: ‘Pixar Putt’ Q&A

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In this Animation Scoop Q&A Jay Ward, Pixar’s Creative Director, Franchise, discusses the design work that goes into touring 18-hole Mini Golf experience “Pixar Putt”, which is currently in Paramus, NJ through Feb. 16, 2026. ——————————— 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: ‘Elio’ VFX Supervisor Q&A

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Here’s my Animation Scoop Q&A with the VFX Supervisor of Pixar’s “Elio”, Claudia Chung Sanii. ————————– 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 than 1,500 films. […]
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