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

How Ron Weasley Was Let Down by the Harry Potter Films
How Ron Weasley Was Let Down by the Harry Potter Films
Discover why Ron Weasley’s true character was lost in translation from page to screen, and how Rupert Grint’s portrayal was shaped by the films’ choices. The real story may surprise you.
Liam Neeson's Survival Epic Returns to Free Streaming
Liam Neeson's Survival Epic Returns to Free Streaming
Liam Neeson's gripping survival thriller, 'The Grey,' is now available to watch for free on Pluto TV.
Gary Oldman Names His Most Memorable Screen Partner
Gary Oldman Names His Most Memorable Screen Partner
Gary Oldman singles out Kevin Bacon as his top co-star, commending his professionalism and sense of fun. The pair appeared together in the legal dramas Criminal Law and Murder in the First.
Alain Delon’s Unsung Idol: The Actor Who Changed Cinema
Alain Delon’s Unsung Idol: The Actor Who Changed Cinema
Alain Delon once hailed John Garfield as a performer far ahead of his era, noting his pioneering approach to acting and the tragic circumstances that ended his career prematurely.
Matthew Lillard Responds to Quentin Tarantino’s Blunt Remarks
Matthew Lillard Responds to Quentin Tarantino’s Blunt Remarks
Matthew Lillard, known for 'Five Nights at Freddy's', addresses Quentin Tarantino's recent comments about his work, offering a candid reaction to the director's pointed critique.
Shawshank Redemption Streams Free: A Timeless Classic Returns
Shawshank Redemption Streams Free: A Timeless Classic Returns
Frank Darabont's acclaimed Stephen King adaptation starring Morgan Freeman and Tim Robbins is streaming for free on Pluto TV this December.
Steven Seagal Stages a Comeback in 'Order of the Dragon'
Steven Seagal Stages a Comeback in 'Order of the Dragon'
Steven Seagal returns to the screen with a new action thriller, but will audiences take notice? Discover what’s behind his latest project and what it means for his career.
Daniel Kaluuya Nears Completion of Spider-Punk Script
Daniel Kaluuya Nears Completion of Spider-Punk Script
Daniel Kaluuya is co-writing a standalone Spider-Punk film, with the first draft nearly finished and guidance from Spider-Verse producers Christopher Miller and Phil Lord.
Aubrey Plaza on Adam Sandler: Comedy, Craft, and Calculated Choices
Aubrey Plaza on Adam Sandler: Comedy, Craft, and Calculated Choices
Aubrey Plaza discusses how Adam Sandler’s unique career path influenced her own, admiring his seamless shift between broad comedies and more serious, dramatic roles.
Spider-Punk Animated Film Moves Closer to Reality
Spider-Punk Animated Film Moves Closer to Reality
Daniel Kaluuya has revealed that a new animated feature centred on his Spider-Punk character is nearing completion, with the script almost ready.