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

Robert Downey Jr’s Darkest Roles Before Avengers: Doomsday
Robert Downey Jr’s Darkest Roles Before Avengers: Doomsday
Robert Downey Jr. is set to challenge the Avengers as Doctor Doom, but this isn’t his first time embracing villainy. Discover the films where RDJ explored his darker side before his much-anticipated turn in Avengers: Doomsday.
Mads Mikkelsen Reveals Rogue One’s Ever-Changing Script Process
Mads Mikkelsen Reveals Rogue One’s Ever-Changing Script Process
Mads Mikkelsen shares how the script for Rogue One: A Star Wars Story was in constant flux during filming, with ongoing rewrites and improvisation shaping the final film.
'The Smashing Machine' Sets HBO Max UK Premiere Date
'The Smashing Machine' Sets HBO Max UK Premiere Date
A24’s gripping sports drama with Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt is heading to HBO Max this January. Discover what makes this film a must-watch for fans of true stories and powerful performances.
Timothée Chalamet’s Bold Marty Supreme Campaign Sparks Debate
Timothée Chalamet’s Bold Marty Supreme Campaign Sparks Debate
Timothée Chalamet’s unconventional Marty Supreme press tour has left audiences divided. Discover how his offbeat marketing tactics are shaping the film’s reception and box office fortunes.
Ben Affleck’s Missed Barbie Cameo: The Story Behind the Switch
Ben Affleck’s Missed Barbie Cameo: The Story Behind the Switch
Ben Affleck nearly appeared in Greta Gerwig’s billion-dollar Barbie, but a scheduling clash with his own film Air changed everything. Michael Cera shared how he unexpectedly took Affleck’s place.
Mads Mikkelsen’s Festive LEGO Build with His Star Wars Brother
Mads Mikkelsen’s Festive LEGO Build with His Star Wars Brother
Mads Mikkelsen’s Star Wars experience came in handy during a family Christmas project, as he joined his brother Lars in assembling a LEGO Death Star.
Cult Sci-Fi Gem Returns: Sam Rockwell’s ‘Moon’ Streams Free
Cult Sci-Fi Gem Returns: Sam Rockwell’s ‘Moon’ Streams Free
A forgotten sci-fi thriller starring Sam Rockwell is set to reach new audiences as it arrives on free streaming, years after its initial box office disappointment.
Ella Purnell Reveals the Film That Put Her Off Horror for Good
Ella Purnell Reveals the Film That Put Her Off Horror for Good
Ella Purnell, star of acclaimed sci-fi and streaming series, opens up about her aversion to horror films after a childhood viewing of The Shining, and shares details about her upcoming projects.
Quentin Dupieux Pushes Back Against David Lynch Comparisons
Quentin Dupieux Pushes Back Against David Lynch Comparisons
French filmmaker Quentin Dupieux, famed for his offbeat and surreal films, voices his irritation at being likened to David Lynch, insisting on being seen as a distinct creative force.
Amazon’s Sci-Fi Remake Earns 2025’s Lowest Film Score
Amazon’s Sci-Fi Remake Earns 2025’s Lowest Film Score
Amazon’s new take on a classic science fiction tale and Alan Ritchson’s latest action film have both landed at the bottom of Metacritic’s 2025 rankings. Find out what went wrong.
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