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

Zoe Saldaña on the Emotional Toll of Filming Avatar: Fire and Ash
Zoe Saldaña on the Emotional Toll of Filming Avatar: Fire and Ash
Zoe Saldaña opens up about the personal challenges she faced while filming Avatar: Fire and Ash, revealing how her family life intersected with her role in James Cameron’s much-anticipated sequel.
Point Break Returns: Keanu Reeves' Iconic Thriller Gets TV Sequel
Point Break Returns: Keanu Reeves' Iconic Thriller Gets TV Sequel
A legendary action film is set for a fresh chapter as a new series brings high-stakes drama to television. Find out what’s in store for fans of the original classic.
Australian Star Rachael Carpani Passes Away at 45 After Illness
Australian Star Rachael Carpani Passes Away at 45 After Illness
Rachael Carpani, known for her roles in McLeod’s Daughters and Home and Away, has died aged 45 following a lengthy illness. Her family has requested privacy as they mourn her loss.
Obama Family’s Missed Meeting with Rob Reiner Revealed After Tragedy
Obama Family’s Missed Meeting with Rob Reiner Revealed After Tragedy
Michelle Obama shares the poignant detail that her family were due to meet Rob and Michele Reiner on the night of their untimely deaths, as the shocking circumstances continue to unfold.
SpaceGodzilla Rumoured to Join Godzilla x Kong: Supernova
SpaceGodzilla Rumoured to Join Godzilla x Kong: Supernova
A new adversary may be on the horizon for Godzilla and Kong, as the much-anticipated Supernova film hints at the arrival of a legendary foe not seen in cinemas for decades.
Neal McDonough’s Surprising Star Trek Role Before His Villain Era
Neal McDonough’s Surprising Star Trek Role Before His Villain Era
Before dominating Yellowstone and Tulsa King, Neal McDonough took on an unexpected Star Trek character. Discover how this early role shaped his path to becoming TV’s favourite villain.
Heat at 30: Why Michael Mann’s Classic Still Sets the Standard
Heat at 30: Why Michael Mann’s Classic Still Sets the Standard
Three decades on, Michael Mann’s Heat remains a benchmark for crime thrillers. Discover the seven key reasons this iconic film continues to captivate audiences and influence filmmakers worldwide.
Sigourney Weaver on Kiri’s Mystique and Reuniting with Cameron
Sigourney Weaver on Kiri’s Mystique and Reuniting with Cameron
Sigourney Weaver opens up about her role as Kiri in Avatar: Fire and Ash, her creative partnership with James Cameron, and the film’s exploration of loss and healing. In cinemas 19 December.
Stephen Graham’s Unlikely Journey from Obscurity to Acclaim
Stephen Graham’s Unlikely Journey from Obscurity to Acclaim
Stephen Graham, now celebrated for Netflix’s Adolescence, reveals he faced months of unemployment after his breakout in This Is England, despite his growing reputation.
Nicole Kidman’s Bold Casino Audition: A Role That Got Away
Nicole Kidman’s Bold Casino Audition: A Role That Got Away
Nicole Kidman once went to extraordinary lengths for a coveted role in Martin Scorsese’s Casino, immersing herself in character to test public reactions. Her commitment, though, didn’t secure her the part.