Jake Valentine

I’m not ashamed to admit that quoting movies is a regular part of my vocabulary. Most of the time, the only person to appreciate this…

You’re supposed to root for the protagonist of a movie. They’re the lead character and, more often than not, they come out on top. However,…

It’s okay to admit that there have been times you don’t understand a movie’s message at first. We’ve all been there, myself included. There are…

Just because a TV show is popular as it airs doesn’t make it timeless. Hit, innovative shows like Seinfeld and The Sopranos remain culturally relevant today, but…

The opening scene sets the tone for the entire movie. Whether it’s introducing viewers to the world that awaits them or immediately introducing us into…

Just because a movie gets terrible reviews doesn’t mean it’s a bad movie. What do critics know, anyway? When it comes to these films, I…

Making a good movie is incredibly hard: everything has to come together to deliver an unforgettable experience. Do you know what’s arguably even harder, though?…

One of the hardest jobs during a movie production is that of the casting director. It’s their responsibility to find the right actor to play…

We’ve all been there when a beloved television series jumped the shark. Instead of being excited for a new episode, we find ourselves no longer…