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.


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Steve McQueen’s Most Regretted Role: The Blob Dilemma
Steve McQueen’s Most Regretted Role: The Blob Dilemma
Steve McQueen’s early career included a film he would rather forget. Despite its box office success, he always resented his part in The Blob, a decision that haunted him for years.
Pluribus Series One: A Chilling Sci-Fi Standout
Pluribus Series One: A Chilling Sci-Fi Standout
Pluribus reimagines sci-fi horror, weaving body horror and existential unease into a narrative that upends genre conventions. The latest episode uncovers disturbing secrets about the alien infection and humanity’s downfall, cementing its place as a must-watch drama.
Five Nights at Freddy’s 2: Full Soundtrack Unveiled
Five Nights at Freddy’s 2: Full Soundtrack Unveiled
Discover the complete tracklist for Five Nights at Freddy’s 2, composed by The Newton Brothers. Find out what’s new in the sequel’s music and how it sets the tone for Blumhouse’s latest horror release.
Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution Delivers a Fierce Cinematic Return
Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution Delivers a Fierce Cinematic Return
Jujutsu Kaisen: Execution storms UK cinemas, blending familiar heartbreak with fresh spectacle. Is this the anime event fans have been waiting for, or just a stylish retread? Find out what sets it apart.
Kirk Douglas’s Unruly Stint Behind The Simpsons’ Microphone
Kirk Douglas’s Unruly Stint Behind The Simpsons’ Microphone
Kirk Douglas’s brief but turbulent guest role on The Simpsons saw the Hollywood icon impose strict limits on his recording session, yet his performance left a lasting mark on the show’s legacy.
How Steve Martin and John Candy Created Comedy Gold
How Steve Martin and John Candy Created Comedy Gold
John Hughes, famed for his coming-of-age classics, penned the ultimate Thanksgiving film, Planes, Trains and Automobiles, starring Steve Martin, whom he once dubbed “the funniest man alive.”
How Fantasia Sparked Robert Redford’s Cinematic Journey
How Fantasia Sparked Robert Redford’s Cinematic Journey
Robert Redford shares how his first cinema experience with Fantasia shaped his vision for film and inspired the creation of Sundance Cinemas.
Fallout Series Returns to New Vegas Without Picking Sides
Fallout Series Returns to New Vegas Without Picking Sides
Fallout’s second season heads to New Vegas, weaving in multiple possible endings from the game while staying true to the spirit of the franchise.
Have HBO Max Secretly Revealed The Chair Company S2 Date?
Have HBO Max Secretly Revealed The Chair Company S2 Date?
The Chair Company’s second series is confirmed, but a cryptic Instagram clue may have quietly revealed when it will arrive. Here’s what I uncovered while following the trail.
Predator: Badlands Outpaces Stallone’s Creed at the Box Office
Predator: Badlands Outpaces Stallone’s Creed at the Box Office
Predator: Badlands storms cinemas, drawing crowds and critical praise as it surpasses the latest Creed film in ticket sales. Discover what sets this new chapter apart.