James Murphy decided to gather some friends together, take a home video camera, and shoot a short untitled parody of The Lord of the Rings, the film series that made him want to become a filmmaker. Although very entertaining to those who made it and close friends, Murphy didn't think it was worthy of public viewing. He did, however, think that making a larger Lord of the Rings parody was a great idea to pursue. This was the start of his production company, Murphy's Law Entertainment, in 2003. Murphy continued his new-found tradition in January 2004 when he wrote, produced, and directed a short film for the Art Institute of Atlanta's Digital Media Scholarship Competition called The Remurs. This was James Murphy's first attempt at multi-camera angle filmmaking with non-linear editing. He didn't win the competition, but he came out with more experience than before. He went on to produce and edit two blooper shows for his high school news programs and Patricia M. Gaddy.
Started editing music at his fathers skating rink when he was 15.
Credits The Lord of the Rings as burst of inspiration that got him into filmmaking.
Is an avid fan of 24, Lost, Prison Break, and The Shield.
His favorite film composer is Hans Zimmer. Hes also a big fan of John Powell, John Williams, Klaus Badelt, James Newton Howard, Harry Gregson-Williams, Marco Beltrami, Tyler Bates, Charlie Clouser, and Steve Jablonsky.
His favorite movie theme song is the main title music from Grindhouse .
Won Best of Show at the Winter 2008 Art Institute of Atlanta Portfolio Show and graduated Cum Laude.
Husband of Patricia Marie Murphy.
(June 2008) Working toward the 48 Hour Film Project late June.
(April 2009) Working on an untitled short spy comedy.
