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

Jennifer Lawrence’s R-Rated Romp Hits HBO Max Soon
Jennifer Lawrence’s R-Rated Romp Hits HBO Max Soon
Jennifer Lawrence brings the raunch this April when No Hard Feelings hits HBO Max, following a cash-strapped woman who takes a bizarre gig to jumpstart a sheltered 19-year-old’s love life at his parents’ request.
The Boys Season 5’s Record-Breaking Run Is Setting Up the Endgame Fans Have Been Waiting For
The Boys Season 5’s Record-Breaking Run Is Setting Up the Endgame Fans Have Been Waiting For
Surging on rave reviews, Prime Video’s superhero satire is finally barreling toward the long-overdue finale it deserves.
Steven Spielberg Raves About Dune, Calls Zach Cregger’s Weapons a Nerve-Shredding Thrill
Steven Spielberg Raves About Dune, Calls Zach Cregger’s Weapons a Nerve-Shredding Thrill
Steven Spielberg hails Dune: Part Two as one of his all-time favorites and applauds Zach Cregger’s Weapons for its nerve-jangling thrills.
Brian Cox Unleashes on Tarantino, Jeremy Strong, and More in Unfiltered Interview
Brian Cox Unleashes on Tarantino, Jeremy Strong, and More in Unfiltered Interview
The Emmy winner mounts a media blitz for his feature directorial debut Glenrothan.
Euphoria Ends With Season 3, Zendaya Confirms
Euphoria Ends With Season 3, Zendaya Confirms
Emmy winner Zendaya hints HBO juggernaut Euphoria is nearing its final chapter, suggesting the series could wrap with its next season—even as it returns this Sunday, April 12, for a third run alongside Jacob Elordi, Hunter Schafer, Alexa Demie, and Sydney Sweeney.
Chris Hemsworth’s Extraction Storms Netflix, Shattering Records Overnight
Chris Hemsworth’s Extraction Storms Netflix, Shattering Records Overnight
Six years on, one of Netflix’s most-watched original films roars back up the charts as fans gear up for a long-awaited sequel and spin-offs.
Steven Spielberg's Alien TV Thriller You Forgot Exists: The Whispers
Steven Spielberg's Alien TV Thriller You Forgot Exists: The Whispers
Steven Spielberg’s overlooked ABC thriller The Whispers, starring Lily Rabe and debuting in June 2015, is the chilling gem you likely missed—and it’s overdue for a second look.
Daemons of the Shadow Realm Review: Masahiro Ando Delivers a Shyamalan-Worthy Twist That Makes It Unmissable
Daemons of the Shadow Realm Review: Masahiro Ando Delivers a Shyamalan-Worthy Twist That Makes It Unmissable
Don’t let the low-key start fool you — Masahiro Ando’s Daemons of the Shadow Realm detonates with a Shyamalan-worthy twist that flips the entire story on its head, turning this mysterious anime into an instant must-see.
Mass Effect TV Series Gets Major Rewrite to Win Over Non-Gamers, Report Says
Mass Effect TV Series Gets Major Rewrite to Win Over Non-Gamers, Report Says
After years in limbo, the Mass Effect TV series is getting a major overhaul, with Amazon MGM Studios’ global TV chief reportedly ordering sweeping rewrites to broaden the show’s appeal beyond gamers.
The Real Reason Amazon's Mass Effect Keeps Getting Delayed
The Real Reason Amazon's Mass Effect Keeps Getting Delayed
Amazon MGM's global TV chief tightens the rules, potentially delaying this adaptation's release.