JXN Film Club

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Jackson Film Club began in 2018 with a purpose of creating spaces for thoughtful discourse around film. This podcast was created in 2021 to share that discourse with the world.

  1. 08/08/2025

    A Love Letter for Animation from Michael and Morgan

    Join Michael and Morgan as they celebrate the artistry and evolution of animation in this heartfelt tribute to one of cinema's most magical mediums, along with exploring their personal favorite animated films---from The Hobbit, to Spirited Away, to Heavy Metal. The episode kicks off with Morgan delivering a fascinating film school lesson on the origins of animation, tracing how this beloved art form came to life and captured audiences worldwide. Drawing inspiration from their carefully curated Letterboxd list "JXNFC - Animated Features," our hosts journey through decades of animated storytelling, from Don Bluth's emotionally devastating The Land Before Time to Hayao Miyazaki's masterpieces Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away. They'll explore childhood favorites like Rock-A-Doodle, dive into Disney's renaissance era with One Hundred and One Dalmatians, and celebrate the artistic ambitions of animated works like Samurai Champloo and Wolfwalkers. Michael and Morgan share personal connections to these films, discussing how animation shaped their understanding of cinema and storytelling. From the nostalgic charm of The Hobbit (1977) to the experimental beauty of Heavy Metal, this episode showcases animation's incredible range and enduring impact on both filmmakers and audiences. Whether you're a longtime animation enthusiast or curious about the medium's artistic possibilities, this love letter to animated cinema will leave you with a deeper appreciation for the craft and creativity behind these moving works of art. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @jxnfilmclub and tag us in your movie posts – we love seeing what our community is watching! Credits Hosts: Michael Lamb and Morgan Sumner Producer: Michael Lamb Editor: Beaumont Rand Theme music: Brennan Michael White JXN Film Club Social Media: @jxnfilmclub on Instagram

    1h 26m

  2. 04/16/2024

    2024 Oxford Film Festival - Timothy Blackwood - INFRACTION

    Listen to this exclusive interview with narrative filmmaker Timothy Blackwood and his film Infraction depicting the true events of the wrongful incarercation of Terrance Lewis. https://www.instagram.com/infractionfilm/ https://infractionfilm.com/

    21 min

  3. 04/15/2024

    2024 Oxford Film Festival - Tim Grant and Andy McMillan - MISSISSIPPI RIVER STYX

    Hear from creators of a documentary whose subject travels along the Mississippi River in a ramshackle houseboat with the story that he only has months to live.  Mississippi River Styx (@missriverstyx) • Instagram photos and videos

    12 min

  4. 04/14/2024

    2024 Oxford Film Festival - Sarah Young - NOT HIM

    Tune in to learn more about Sarah Young's horror metaphor about domestic violence Not Him. https://www.sarahyoung.net/not-him.htmlhttps://www.instagram.com/sarahyoungsf

    9 min

  5. 04/13/2024

    2024 Oxford Film Festival - Ruth Leitman and Andrea Raby - NO ONE ASKED YOU

    Hear from the filmmakers behind the abortion access doc No One Asked you journalizing a 6-year erosion of reproductive rights. The feature documentary received an honorable mention in its category at the 2024 Oxford Film Festival. https://www.nooneaskedyoudoc.com/

    23 min

  6. 04/12/2024

    2024 Oxford Film Festival - Russell Sheaffer - PLAYLAND

    Tune in to this exclusive interview with editor and producer Russell Sheaffer to hear about the seance resulting in the film PLAYLAND, a feature where the only dialogue is archival and the images are an attempt to summon the ghosts of the historic Boston gay bar. https://www.instagram.com/russell.sheaffer/

    11 min

  7. 04/11/2024

    2024 Oxford Film Festival - Philip Thompson - LIVING REALITY

    With an opening like the familiar American sitcom, Living Reality invites comparisons between what we see on TV and what we experience in the real world. Listen to this exclusive interview with the filmmaker behind the winner of the Best Experimental Short award at the 2024 Oxford Film Festival. https://www.instagram.com/livingrealityfilm

    10 min

  8. 04/10/2024

    2024 Oxford Film Festival - Mathis Tayssier - THE SPECTER OF INNOCENCE

    Hear from filmmaker Mathis Tayssier as we discuss his film The Specter of Innocence, winner of the Best Foreign Language Short at the 2024 Oxford Film Festival. https://www.instagram.com/mathistayssier

    9 min
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Jackson Film Club began in 2018 with a purpose of creating spaces for thoughtful discourse around film. This podcast was created in 2021 to share that discourse with the world.

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  • Creator
    @jxnfilmclub
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    47
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © @jxnfilmclub
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