Jake Valentine

A good director can get the most out of a film’s cast. They can make sure a script is elevated to its full potential. Movies…

A good villain can make an enjoyable movie even better. They invest the viewers in rooting for their downfall, and once that moment comes, it’s…

Award season isn’t always about who takes home the biggest prizes in the industry. It’s also about the snubs—the movies that weren’t nominated or missed…

“Cousin Oliver syndrome” occurs when a television show introduces a new character, usually someone young and adorable, to increase ratings. However, this often results in…

Successful movies tend to get unnecessary sequels. It’s just the way things are in Hollywood today. Not every movie needs a sequel, though, especially when…

Franchises define today’s era in Hollywood; why risk investing in a new IP when you can release prequels, sequels, or spin-offs? Better yet, why invest…