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

Matt Damon’s Radical Physical Overhaul for Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’
Matt Damon’s Radical Physical Overhaul for Nolan’s ‘The Odyssey’
Matt Damon reveals the demanding transformation he endured for Christopher Nolan’s epic adaptation of ‘The Odyssey’, filmed across striking global locations with a star-studded cast.
How One Pixar Employee Rescued Toy Story 2
How One Pixar Employee Rescued Toy Story 2
A near-catastrophe at Pixar in 1998 threatened to erase Toy Story 2 forever. Discover the story of the technical director who saved the day—and what happened to her years later.
All James Bond Films Set for Netflix Debut in January
All James Bond Films Set for Netflix Debut in January
From January 15, every James Bond film will land on Netflix, as Amazon MGM Studios continues to licence MGM’s catalogue to other streaming platforms.
Arc Raiders Film and TV Adaptations: Embark CEO Weighs Up Offers
Arc Raiders Film and TV Adaptations: Embark CEO Weighs Up Offers
Arc Raiders has caught Hollywood’s eye, but Embark’s Patrick Söderlund insists any adaptation must be handled with care. Find out why the studio is holding back, despite a flurry of interest.
Baldur’s Gate 3 Sparks Inspiration for Stranger Things Finale
Baldur’s Gate 3 Sparks Inspiration for Stranger Things Finale
Stranger Things’ climactic season 5 showdown drew on Baldur’s Gate 3 for inspiration, with the RPG’s creator reacting to the nod in understated style.
Inside Del Toro’s Frankenstein: Elordi’s Casting and Ruthless Edits
Inside Del Toro’s Frankenstein: Elordi’s Casting and Ruthless Edits
Guillermo del Toro’s Frankenstein faced fierce scrutiny from industry giants before its Netflix debut, with Jacob Elordi stepping in as the Creature after Andrew Garfield’s exit. Oscar Isaac leads a striking ensemble.
Woody Harrelson’s Missed Chances: Two Roles He’ll Never Forget
Woody Harrelson’s Missed Chances: Two Roles He’ll Never Forget
Woody Harrelson once passed on two major film roles that went on to become box office sensations. Discover which iconic parts he turned down—and why he still remembers those decisions.
Michael B. Jordan Champions Cinemas as Netflix-Warner Bros. Shake-Up Looms
Michael B. Jordan Champions Cinemas as Netflix-Warner Bros. Shake-Up Looms
Michael B. Jordan weighs in on the Netflix-Warner Bros. deal, voicing his belief in the irreplaceable value of the cinema experience. His remarks add to the growing debate over the future of film releases.
Patrick Swayze’s Biggest Career Regret: The Role That Got Away
Patrick Swayze’s Biggest Career Regret: The Role That Got Away
Patrick Swayze, famed for Dirty Dancing and Ghost, always lamented missing out on Urban Cowboy—a part he believed was made for him.
Sebastian Stan Eyes Batman Sequel After Riddler Ambitions
Sebastian Stan Eyes Batman Sequel After Riddler Ambitions
Sebastian Stan is reportedly in discussions for a role in The Batman: Part II. His past comments about wanting to play a villain have resurfaced, sparking speculation about his potential part.