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About Joshua Kristian McCoy
Joshua Kristian McCoy is a freelance writer and film critic from the United States. He is a lifelong film buff, a voting member of the Georgia Film Critics Association, a tournament-winning Smash Bros. player, and the proud owner of a Bachelor's in Psychology. He has contributed more than 1,000 pieces to The Best War Games in his three-year career at the digital publication.
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Film and Television
Favorite Movies
Alien
Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence
The Silence of the Lambs
Pan's Labrynth
Godzilla Minus One
Favorite TV Shows
Taskmaster
Andor
Community
Midnight Mass
Castlevania
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Some horror movies build franchises around a new creature, but others take ideas from hundreds of years ago and make them terrifying all over again.
Willow Episode 3 Review
After the big premiere, this sequel series settles into a strange mix of tones and a selection of half-baked ideas.
5 Kaiju Movies That Aren't From Japan
The concept of a massive monster destroying a city isn't the sole property of any one nation. Check out some other cultures' take on kaiju cinema.
The Hard Light Trope In Sci-Fi, Explained
The concept of making light solid is common to the world of fiction and there are as many uses for it as there are explanations of how it could occur.
The Corporate Warfare Trope In Science Fiction, Explained
Global megacorporations are the villain of a lot of stories, but when they get pushback, they don't send board members in suits into combat.
The A-Team: Why Did The Movie Bomb (And Is It Worth Watching)?
This 2010 remake of the classic 80s action series fell hard at the box office, but was the film accused of cinematic crimes it didn't commit?
Quentin Tarantino Perfected A Genre With Three Of His Films
From the old west to Nazi Germany, to the golden era of Hollywood, Tarantino demonstrated the art of alternative history cinema.
Yann Demange: What Are The Blade Director's Other Projects?
After a fascinating career in TV and a couple of excellent dramas, this visionary director is joining the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Willow Premiere Review
This long-awaited sequel series to the lesser-known 1988 fantasy film is off to a good start with a fun adventuring party and a good sense of humor.
Star Wars: How Has Andor Changed Since Rogue One?
In his solo series, Cassian Andor has developed a great deal from the secondary character who appeared in the 2016 film that introduced him.
5 Great David Tennant Performances (Other Than Doctor Who)
Though some may only know this beloved Scottish actor for his turn as the Doctor, he's had a ton of interesting roles before, during, and after.
Thunderbolts: Who Is Hyperion?
Rumor has it that this moderately obscure figure of Marvel Comics' lore might be the villain of the upcoming anti-hero team-up.
5 Underappreciated Biker Movies
The leather-clad tough guys of Sons of Anarchy have had a huge impact on the world of cinema.
5 Smartest Heroes In Animated Movies
Some cartoon heroes beat the bad guy through their fighting skills, but others have to rely on their superior wit to win the day.
Agatha: Coven of Chaos - How It Could Connect To The Rest Of The MCU
Though this spin-off series seems distant from the main Marvel continuity, there are a few ways that Agatha's journey could contribute to the story.
5 Smartest Villains In Animated Movies
The antagonist needs a good master plan and the fact that these villains' worlds are animated doesn't make them any less evil or any less genius.
Slumberland Review
This adaptation of a century-old comic strip is as garish, gaudy, and green-screened as one could imagine, but it does have a heart.
The Menu Review
Mark Mylod's newest feast is a pitch-black comedy with a satirical take on everything from foodie culture to celebrity chefs.
Is Andor The First Cyberpunk Star Wars Story?
The newest Disney Plus series changes so much about the franchise, including the science fiction world it plays in.
Everything We Know About The Upcoming Godzilla Movie
After a hugely successful American trilogy about the King of the Monsters, TOHO is back for another round of kaiju action.