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.


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Park Chan-wook’s Finest: Films That Outshine Parasite
Park Chan-wook’s Finest: Films That Outshine Parasite
Park Chan-wook and Bong Joon Ho have shaped Korean cinema, but which of Chan-wook’s films truly surpass the global phenomenon of Parasite? Explore a fresh ranking of his most compelling works.
Blade’s Fate in Doubt as Marvel Fans React to Latest Rumours
Blade’s Fate in Doubt as Marvel Fans React to Latest Rumours
Speculation swirls around the future of Mahershala Ali’s Blade, with whispers of cancellation and new directorial contenders. What’s really happening behind the scenes at Marvel?
Nia DaCosta Eyes Gritty Live-Action Take on Invincible
Nia DaCosta Eyes Gritty Live-Action Take on Invincible
Director Nia DaCosta has revealed her keen interest in helming a live-action version of Invincible, hinting at a bold, visceral approach to the superhero saga.
Predator: Badlands and Prey Redefine a Sci-Fi Legacy
Predator: Badlands and Prey Redefine a Sci-Fi Legacy
The Predator series has found new life with Prey and Badlands, both topping streaming charts and earning critical praise. Dan Trachtenberg’s bold direction has brought fresh energy and unexpected twists to the iconic franchise.
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple Stuns Early Audiences
28 Years Later: The Bone Temple Stuns Early Audiences
Early reactions to '28 Years Later: The Bone Temple' suggest a bold new direction for the franchise, with standout performances and a fresh take on post-apocalyptic horror.
How Stephen King’s Legacy Shaped Horns With Radcliffe and Carpenter
How Stephen King’s Legacy Shaped Horns With Radcliffe and Carpenter
Daniel Radcliffe’s lesser-known film Horns, featuring Sabrina Carpenter, owes its existence to a surprising literary connection. Discover how a horror legend’s influence shaped this darkly comic fantasy.
Stranger Things Finale: Why Conformity Gate Misses the Point
Stranger Things Finale: Why Conformity Gate Misses the Point
The much-anticipated Stranger Things finale has fuelled wild fan theories like Conformity Gate, but these distractions risk overshadowing the show's true ending. What really matters as the Hawkins saga closes?
Mahershala Ali Tipped for Justice League After Blade Axed
Mahershala Ali Tipped for Justice League After Blade Axed
Mahershala Ali’s much-anticipated Blade film appears to be off the cards, but fans are already eyeing a major DC role for the Oscar winner. Discover which Justice League character is causing a stir online.
Sicario: Day of the Soldado Surges on Netflix’s Global Rankings
Sicario: Day of the Soldado Surges on Netflix’s Global Rankings
Taylor Sheridan’s follow-up to Sicario, starring Josh Brolin, has quietly landed on Netflix and is swiftly climbing the platform’s global charts. The film delves into a fraught US-Mexico border crisis involving cartels and terrorism.
Why Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Is Winning Over MCU Fans
Why Black Panther: Wakanda Forever Is Winning Over MCU Fans
As excitement mounts for Avengers: Doomsday, Marvel enthusiasts are revisiting Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, applauding its emotional resonance, thoughtful pacing, and distinctive exploration of loss.