Craig Ellison

About Craig Ellison

Craig Ellison has been writing about entertainment for nearly a decade — from college newspapers to major film publications. His work focuses on adult animation (Futurama, Solar Opposites), video game adaptations (Castlevania: Nocturne), dark fantasy (Jujutsu Kaisen, Daemons of the Shadow Realm), and horror (Mike Flanagan, John Carpenter's The Thing, and anything A24 touches).

Before shifting fully into entertainment, Craig spent over six years as a baseball writer, publishing weekly articles across multiple outlets. That sports background gave him an unusual but useful skill: he treats streaming rankings, IMDb scores, and release schedules like a box score — with healthy skepticism and a soft spot for the underdog.

Craig got his start in student journalism at Illinois Valley Community College (writing for The IV Leader) before transferring to Eureka College on the Stephen W. Rigazio scholarship. At Eureka, he wrote for The Pegasus, covering everything from campus happenings to politics — including the 2020 election and Palestine. He graduated summa cum laude with a Bachelor's in Communication.

What he's watching right now

  • Only Murders in the Building
  • What We Do in the Shadows
  • Castlevania: Nocturne
  • Whatever FromSoftware game is currently ruining his sleep schedule

Favorite films

  • Forrest Gump
  • Pulp Fiction
  • The Thing (John Carpenter)
  • Sinister
  • Anything A24

Favorite anime

  • Jujutsu Kaisen
  • Fullmetal Alchemist: Brotherhood

Why trust his reviews: Craig watches everything he covers. No second-hand takes. No fluff. Just honest opinions from someone who has spent nearly a decade writing professionally about film, TV, and animation.

Craig writes for CineCorner independently. All views are his own.


All news by Craig Ellison

Zombieland: Double Tap Arrives on Prime Video in 2026
Zombieland: Double Tap Arrives on Prime Video in 2026
Zombieland: Double Tap lands on Prime Video, reuniting the original cast for another round of undead chaos. Discover what’s new for the survivors and hints at a possible third instalment.
Ben Affleck’s 2003 Vision: How He Saw Streaming Coming
Ben Affleck’s 2003 Vision: How He Saw Streaming Coming
Long before streaming giants took over, Ben Affleck predicted the rise of subscription-based digital platforms and the dramatic shift in how we consume music and film. His foresight in 2003 now seems almost prophetic.
Owen Wilson’s Charlie the Wonderdog: A Middling Animated Outing
Owen Wilson’s Charlie the Wonderdog: A Middling Animated Outing
Owen Wilson lends his voice to Charlie the Wonderdog, an animated film released in the depths of January. Is this flying canine adventure worth your time, or just another forgettable family flick?
Pedro Pascal’s Subtle Brilliance Left Matt Damon Speechless
Pedro Pascal’s Subtle Brilliance Left Matt Damon Speechless
Pedro Pascal’s early days in Hollywood left a lasting impression on Matt Damon and Emily Blunt, long before his rise to stardom. Discover how a fleeting role hinted at his future success.
Paul Mescal Urges Audiences to Approach Beatles Biopics Uninformed
Paul Mescal Urges Audiences to Approach Beatles Biopics Uninformed
Paul Mescal, set to portray Paul McCartney in Sam Mendes’ Beatles biopics, suggests viewers should avoid learning too much about the band before the films’ 2028 release.
Paul Rudd’s Surprising Reputation Leaves Even Thor in Awe
Paul Rudd’s Surprising Reputation Leaves Even Thor in Awe
Paul Rudd’s off-screen reputation has sparked quite the conversation, especially after a podcast revelation left fans and even Marvel’s Thor star Chris Hemsworth in the spotlight. Find out what’s got everyone talking.
George R.R. Martin Plots Dozens of Dunk and Egg Tales
George R.R. Martin Plots Dozens of Dunk and Egg Tales
George R.R. Martin has mapped out up to a dozen new Dunk and Egg novellas, with two already in the works, hinting at a long future for A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms on screen.
Elijah Wood Teases Return in ‘The Hunt for Gollum’
Elijah Wood Teases Return in ‘The Hunt for Gollum’
Elijah Wood hints at his involvement in the new Lord of the Rings film, The Hunt for Gollum, and shares his enthusiasm for the original creative team’s reunion.
George Clooney Rebukes Tarantino’s Scathing Remarks on Fellow Actors
George Clooney Rebukes Tarantino’s Scathing Remarks on Fellow Actors
George Clooney has responded to Quentin Tarantino’s recent disparaging comments about Paul Dano, Owen Wilson, and Matthew Lillard, voicing his admiration for the actors and calling for greater decency within the film industry.
Boots Riley to Direct Post-Apocalyptic Simpsons Film Adaptation
Boots Riley to Direct Post-Apocalyptic Simpsons Film Adaptation
A new Simpsons film is on the horizon, but Boots Riley’s upcoming adaptation takes the beloved series into uncharted, post-electric territory. Discover how The Simpsons becomes myth in a world without power.