Jerry is an avid music and film enthusiast. His passion as a songwriter took him oversees to study at the prestigious Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts, founded by Sir Paul McCartney. He continues to be actively engaged in the music scene, keeping himself informed of emerging artists and current trends, in between spending a considerable amount of time in darkened movie theaters. He goes M.I.A. during the Toronto International Film Festival, and is in constant search for the next great filmmaker.
The list of ‘first-time’ life events etched into a person’s memory tends to be a short one. It’s not that each of us hasn’t experienced a sizeable number ...
On September 26, 2012 / By Jerry Murphy2012 marks the 37th edition of The Toronto International Film Festival. This year’s lineup includes 289 feature films and 83 short productions, not to mention a nauseating number ...
On September 11, 2012 / By Jerry MurphyThe formula for a successful Canadian summer, although slightly varied depending on the individual, is fairly standard. We pray to the weather gods for a bounty of sunshine, ...
On August 8, 2012 / By Jerry MurphyNew York is one of the greatest cities on earth. This is not a controversial statement by any means. It is loved for its energy, character, and charm. ...
On July 25, 2012 / By Jerry MurphyNicolas Winding Refn’s DRIVE was one of the darling’s of last year’s Toronto International Film Festival. And for good reason. Not only was it slick and impeccably stylized ...
On July 11, 2012 / By Jerry MurphyThe Ingredients of Time, Talent, and ‘Success’-The Tallest Man on Earth Songwriters who withstand the test of time are a rare breed. First of all, although most are ...
On June 27, 2012 / By Jerry MurphyEligible Magazine is a lifestyle magazine for urban men and women who want the best from their dating life, their relationships and themselves. It features articles and video content on dating, relationships, sex, wellness and lifestyle by some of the country's foremost experts. The magazine is available online, for sale on Apple's Newsstand for your iPad or iPhone and soon to be in print.