Craig Ellison

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

Oscars 2026: How Netflix, Neon and Warner Bros Are Battling Behind Sinners' Record Haul
Oscars 2026: How Netflix, Neon and Warner Bros Are Battling Behind Sinners' Record Haul
Sinners leads with a record 16 nominations, but the real story behind the numbers is how Netflix, Neon and Warner Bros are carving up the rest of the 2026 Oscar race.
Wicked: For Good Snubbed as Oscars Overlook Sequel
Wicked: For Good Snubbed as Oscars Overlook Sequel
The much-anticipated Wicked: For Good failed to secure a single Oscar nod, a sharp contrast to its predecessor’s impressive awards haul. Find out which surprises and omissions defined this year’s nominations.
Oscars 2026: Sinners Breaks Records with Unprecedented Nominations
Oscars 2026: Sinners Breaks Records with Unprecedented Nominations
The 98th Academy Awards have upended expectations, with Sinners leading a field of bold contenders. Discover the full list of nominees and how this horror phenomenon has rewritten Oscar history.
Oscar 2026 Shockers: The Most Surprising Snubs Ranked
Oscar 2026 Shockers: The Most Surprising Snubs Ranked
The 2026 Oscar nominations have left film fans reeling, with several acclaimed performances and films missing from the major categories. Discover which favourites were left out and why the omissions have sparked debate.
‘As Above, So Below’ Finds New Life on Streaming
‘As Above, So Below’ Finds New Life on Streaming
A decade after its lukewarm debut, the Parisian catacomb horror ‘As Above, So Below’ is climbing the streaming charts, drawing fresh attention and sparking debate among horror fans.
Harry Potter’s Silver Jubilee: Global Screenings, Pop-Ups, and Surprises Await
Harry Potter’s Silver Jubilee: Global Screenings, Pop-Ups, and Surprises Await
A quarter-century after Harry Potter’s cinematic debut, fans can expect exclusive screenings, immersive events, and magical surprises as the wizarding world marks its 25th anniversary in style.
Oscar Controversy: Anime Blockbusters Overlooked in 2026 Nominations
Oscar Controversy: Anime Blockbusters Overlooked in 2026 Nominations
Two of the year's most celebrated anime films failed to secure Oscar nods, leaving fans and critics alike questioning the Academy's choices. Discover which acclaimed titles were left out and why the reaction has been so fierce.
Hollywood Icons Rally Against AI Exploitation in New Campaign
Hollywood Icons Rally Against AI Exploitation in New Campaign
Over 700 entertainment heavyweights unite to challenge the unauthorised use of artists’ likenesses in AI creations, raising urgent questions about the future of creativity and digital rights.
Mel Gibson’s Wild Confession: The Viking Within
Mel Gibson’s Wild Confession: The Viking Within
Mel Gibson opens up about his shadowy alter-ego, Bjorn the Viking, hinting at a lifelong struggle with his own darker impulses. What does this reveal about his most infamous moments?
Martin Freeman Slams Jim Carrey’s Method Acting as ‘Narcissistic Nonsense’
Martin Freeman Slams Jim Carrey’s Method Acting as ‘Narcissistic Nonsense’
Martin Freeman delivers a scathing verdict on Jim Carrey’s extreme approach to playing Andy Kaufman, questioning the value of method acting and the chaos it brings to film sets.
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