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

Avatar: The Last Airbender Sequel Film Skips Cinemas for Streaming
Avatar: The Last Airbender Sequel Film Skips Cinemas for Streaming
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Streaming’s Top Picks: The Films Captivating Audiences This December
Streaming’s Top Picks: The Films Captivating Audiences This December
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Edgar Wright on Reimagining The Running Man for a New Era
Edgar Wright on Reimagining The Running Man for a New Era
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Emma Tammi on Five Nights at Freddy's 2: A Surprising Triumph for Blumhouse
Emma Tammi on Five Nights at Freddy's 2: A Surprising Triumph for Blumhouse
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Rhea Seehorn on Pluribus Finale: Carol’s Risky Move Unpacked
Rhea Seehorn on Pluribus Finale: Carol’s Risky Move Unpacked
Rhea Seehorn delves into Carol’s unpredictable actions in the Pluribus season one finale, exploring the uncertainty and complexity that define her character’s final choice.
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Spider-Man Set Nearly Saw Tobey Maguire Get Hit for Real
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Tobey Maguire’s time as Spider-Man was not all smooth behind the scenes. Discover why some crew members wanted him punched during filming, and how Joe Manganiello handled the situation.
Pluribus Overtakes Severance as Apple TV's Top Series
Pluribus Overtakes Severance as Apple TV's Top Series
Pluribus has soared to the top of Apple TV's viewership charts, with Rhea Seehorn attributing its success to clever writing and the show's ability to spark conversation.
How James Cameron Navigated the Controversial Kiss in Avatar: Fire and Ash
How James Cameron Navigated the Controversial Kiss in Avatar: Fire and Ash
A pivotal scene in Avatar: Fire and Ash has sparked debate among fans. Discover how James Cameron approached the filming of a delicate moment between Kiri and Spider, and why it was essential to the story.
IO Interactive Postpones 007 First Light, Citing Quality Concerns
IO Interactive Postpones 007 First Light, Citing Quality Concerns
Fans of the iconic spy must wait longer, as IO Interactive delays the new James Bond game to ensure it lives up to expectations.