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

Knives Out 3: Every Actor’s Performance Ranked
Knives Out 3: Every Actor’s Performance Ranked
Discover how the cast of Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery stack up, as we rank every major acting performance in Rian Johnson’s latest whodunit. Some results may surprise you.
Sydney Sweeney’s The Housemaid: Streaming Release Dates Revealed
Sydney Sweeney’s The Housemaid: Streaming Release Dates Revealed
Sydney Sweeney’s latest thriller, The Housemaid, is making waves in cinemas. Find out when and where you’ll be able to stream this much-talked-about film online, and what platforms are likely to host its digital debut.
James Cameron Defends Bold Avatar 3 Scene Starring Oona Chaplin
James Cameron Defends Bold Avatar 3 Scene Starring Oona Chaplin
James Cameron reveals why a daring, intimate scene in Avatar 3 became his favourite, and how Oona Chaplin’s performance secured her role. Discover the story behind this pivotal moment.
Sutton Foster and Hugh Jackman: The Relationship Stirring Hollywood
Sutton Foster and Hugh Jackman: The Relationship Stirring Hollywood
Sutton Foster’s connection with Hugh Jackman is causing quite a stir, especially among his closest colleagues. Discover what’s fuelling the buzz and how it’s affecting those around them.
Gwyneth Paltrow Baffled by Timothée Chalamet’s Favourite Blockbuster
Gwyneth Paltrow Baffled by Timothée Chalamet’s Favourite Blockbuster
During a Vogue interview, Timothée Chalamet revealed his latest film pick, only for Gwyneth Paltrow to admit she’d never heard of it. Their candid chat took an unexpected turn, sparking plenty of reactions.
Joseph Kosinski Distances Himself from Tron: Ares After Box Office Failure
Joseph Kosinski Distances Himself from Tron: Ares After Box Office Failure
Joseph Kosinski, known for Top Gun: Maverick and Tron: Legacy, clarifies why Disney’s Tron: Ares isn’t the sequel he envisioned, as the film faces a disappointing reception.
Brad Pitt’s Troy Physique: Natural Transformation or Steroid Use?
Brad Pitt’s Troy Physique: Natural Transformation or Steroid Use?
Brad Pitt’s remarkable physical transformation for Troy sparked rumours of steroid use. Discover what really went into his preparation and why some believe his results were entirely natural.
Avatar: Fire and Ash Defies Critics with £136M Global Debut
Avatar: Fire and Ash Defies Critics with £136M Global Debut
Despite lukewarm reviews and claims of limited cultural influence, Avatar: Fire and Ash is making waves at the box office. Discover how the latest instalment is faring worldwide and what this means for the franchise.
Alan Rickman’s Snape Performance Left Rupert Grint Uneasy
Alan Rickman’s Snape Performance Left Rupert Grint Uneasy
Alan Rickman’s unforgettable turn as Snape in the Harry Potter films left a lasting impression on cast and fans alike. Discover why his presence on set was so powerful, even unsettling his young co-stars.
Lucius Malfoy’s Iconic Look Nearly Never Happened
Lucius Malfoy’s Iconic Look Nearly Never Happened
One of Harry Potter’s most memorable villains was almost unrecognisable before a single creative decision changed everything. Discover how Lucius Malfoy’s signature style came to be.