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Anthony Orlando

Anthony Orlando

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Growing up in Oradell, New Jersey, Anthony Orlando always had a passion for creative storytelling, having written his first novel at age 12. After majoring in both English and Film & Media Studies at Lafayette College, Anthony pursued a career in journalism. Having written for outlets like COED Media, BuzzFeed, Comic Book Resources, /Film, Screen Rant, Public Square Amplified, and New Jersey Urban News,  Anthony continues to analyze and critique films and TV shows and express his passion for storytelling in its many forms.

Dek screaming angrily in the film Predator Badlands

Best new movies to stream on Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, HBO Max, and more

The best new movies to stream include Predator: Badlands, The Running Man, Eternity, The Rip, Frankenstein, Sinners, and Superman.
Sophie (Yerin Ha) and Benedict (Luke Thompson) look up as they fly a kite together in Bridgerton season 4.

What’s new on Netflix and what’s leaving in February 2026

New movies and TV shows on Netflix in February include The Lincoln Lawyer, Bridgerton, Ex Machina, The Black Phone, and How to Train Your Dragon.
The Netflix logo is displayed on a TV screen while red lights illuminate the wall behind.

Netflix’s latest move is huge for movie theaters, and fantastic for you and I

Netflix says it will maintain the 45-day theatrical window for Warner Bros. films, and that is good news for cinemas and moviegoers.
Dr. Kelson (Ralph Fiennes) shouting in 28 Years Later The Bone Temple.

I watched 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, it’s the best movie in the franchise

28 Years Later: The Bone Temple sets a high bar for its iconic zombie film franchise thanks to Nia DaCosta's direction, its game-changing story, and compelling characters.
Robert Downey Jr. holds up a mask and poses at a presentation for Avengers: Doomsday.

I’m so excited for Avengers: Doomsday. Here’s what we know about the film

Marvel Studios' Avengers: Doomsday is one of the biggest and most secretive blockbusters ever. Here's everything we know so far.
The logo for Stranger Things 5.

I’ve watched all of Stranger Things season 5, here’s what you need to know

Here's what we know about the fifth and final season of Netflix's hit series Stranger Things.
Vecna (Jamie Campbell Bower) walking in a house in Stranger Things season 5.

Now that Stranger Things is over, you should watch these 7 similar TV shows

Though fans have been aching for more Stranger Things, they should check out TV shows like From, Lost, and The X-Files.
Cyclops (James Marsden) firing a massive laser from his eyes on a fiery battlefield in the Marvel film Avengers Doomsday.

Avengers: Doomsday could change the X-Men forever, and that’s a good thing

The teaser for Avengers: Doomsday hints at massive changes for Marvel's X-Men, which could make these superheroes even better on film.
Steve (Joe Keery) and Dustin (Gaten Matarazzo) looking up in a room lit red in Stranger Things season 5.

5 great Netflix shows to watch on New Year’s Day

Stranger Things and Avatar: The Last Airbender are amongst the shows that should be streamed on Netflix on New Year's Day.
Pyramid Head looking down at a man through a jail door in Return to Silent Hill.

Forget 2026’s blockbuster movies, these are the sleeper hits you shouldn’t miss

Flowervale Street and Return to Silent Hill are among the underrated films that could win big at the box office in 2026.
Daniel Day Lewis and Vicky Krieps stand near fallen balloons in Phantom Thread.

5 great Netflix movies to watch on New Year’s Eve

Movies on Netflix like Groundhog Day and Phantom Thread should be on your New Year's Eve watchlist.
Ser Duncan the Tall riding a horse in the fantasy series A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms.

5 great TV shows you need to watch in January 2026

A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms, Wonder Man, and The Pitt are just some of the new shows audiences should see in January 2026.
Lindsay Lohan, Amanda Seyfried, Rachel McAdams, and Lacey Chabert dressed as Santa Claus in Mean Girls.

5 great Netflix movies to watch on Christmas

Jingle Bell Heist and Klaus are some of the holiday films on Netflix that audiences should see this Christmas.
Jimmy Stewart talking to a cop in It's a Wonderful Life.

5 great free movies to watch on Christmas

This holiday season, audiences can and should stream great free movies like It's A Wonderful Life and Roofman to celebrate Christmas.
Varang (Oona Chaplin) wielding a bow and flaming arrow in the sci-fi film Avatar Fire and Ash.

I’ve seen Avatar: Fire and Ash, here’s why it’s the best film in the franchise

Avatar: Fire and Ash has proven itself the best movie in James Cameron's sci-fi film franchise with its new ideas, themes, and character arcs.
Superman (David Corenswet) standing in a trench with the sun shining behind him in the 2025 film Superman.

I watched 47 new films this year, here’s the 8 best movies of 2025 you need to see

Sinners, Weapons, Frankenstein, and Superman are among the best, must-see movies of 2025.
A close-up of Emily Blunt as a weather reporter in the 2026 sci-fi film Disclosure Day.

After watching Disclosure Day’s trailer, Spielberg’s new sci-fi epic could be his best film yet

The teaser for Steven Spielberg's UFO film, Disclosure Day, has been unveiled, and it looks like the director has made another sci-fi masterpiece.
Jamie Campbell Bower as Vecna at Hawkins MAC-Z in Stranger Things season 5.

I watched Stranger Things 5 volume 1, these are the moments you don’t want to miss

Stranger Things season 5 volume 1 has dropped onto Netflix, packing so many must-see moments into four episodes.
Benjamin Evan Ainsworth and Bo Bragason in a field as Link and Zelda in The Legend of Zelda (2027).

I’ve played every major Zelda game, here’s what The Legend of Zelda movie needs to get right

As a longtime Legend of Zelda fan, I hope Wes Ball does Nintendo's game franchise justice with his live-action film.
Link overlooking a floating island in promotional art for The Legend of Zelda Tears of the Kingdom.

The Legend of Zelda movie looks awesome! Here’s everything we know so far

With The Legend of Zelda movie coming in 2027, here's everything we know about this fantasy video game adaptation so far.
Thia and Dek back-to-back in Predator Badlands.

Predator: Badlands has continued a killer filmmaking streak that began with Prey

Director Dan Trachtenberg has made another sci-fi hit with Predator: Badlands, continuing the franchise's resurgence after Prey.
The title card for Stranger Things Tales From '85.

Stranger Things: Tales From ’85 has been revealed. Here’s what we can expect from this spinoff

We have gotten a first look at Stranger Things: Tales From '85, and we already have some good ideas of what will happen in this Netflix spinoff.
A creature touches a leaf and a woman in Frankenstein.

Sorry Universal, but Netflix just released the best Frankenstein film ever!

Guillermo del Toro and Netflix have released their version of Frankenstein, starring Oscar Isaac and Jacob Elordi, which surpasses Universal's version in several ways.
Keke Palmer stands in front of Daniel Kaluuya and Brandon Perea on a long dirt road in a scene from Nope.

7 best sci-fi movies to watch on Halloween

This Halloween, horror fans should check out scary sci-fi movies like Alien: Romulus, The Thing, and Godzilla Minus One.
Tom Holland dressed as Spider-Man on the set of Spider-Man Brand New Day.

I can’t wait for Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Here’s what Marvel must get right.

Spider-Man: Brand New Day looks exciting, but Marvel must do multiple things with its story in order to make the film a success.
A group of teens look down as one holds a chainsaw in Stranger Things season 5.

I can’t wait for Stranger Things season 5. Here are my 7 predictions for the Netflix show

With Stranger Things season 5 around the corner, here are some predictions on what will occur in the Netflix show's final run.
Millie Bobby Brown with a bloody nose looks and stares intensely as Eleven in Stranger Things 5.

Would Netflix put the Stranger Things season 5 finale in theaters? The creators weigh in

The Duffer Brothers revealed some juicy info about the series finale to Stranger Things and whether if Netflix will show it in theaters.
Apple TV+ logo.

Apple TV+ is dead. Long live Apple TV!

Apple TV+ has officially announced its rebranding to Apple TV, ditching the name it has carried since its inception in 2019.
Olivia Wilde and Garrett Hedlund in Tron: Legacy.

Tron: Legacy is better than Tron: Ares. Here’s why

Despite its ambition, Tron: Ares failed to deliver a gripping sci-fi film that lives up to the example set by Tron: Legacy.
John Cena as Chris Smith in Peacemaker season 2.

Peacemaker season 2 featured 5 unforgettable moments that made me love the show

Now that Peacemaker season 2 is over, here are the 5 moments that made it such a spectacular chapter in the DC Universe.
Dwayne Johnson leans up against a wall in The Smashing Machine.

The Smashing Machine review: This enthralling sports biopic did a piledriver on my emotions

The Smashing Machine immerses audiences in a heartfelt drama elevated by Benny Safdie's direction and the performances by Dwayne Johnson and Emily Blunt.
Mason Thames talking on a phone next to Ethan Hawke in Black Phone 2.

The Grabber chills in the terriyfing new trailer for Black Phone 2

Universal released a spooky and exciting new trailer for Scott Derrickson's horror film, Black Phone 2, the sequel to the 2021 film.
Zoe Saldana holds a gun in Lioness.

This popular Taylor Sheridan show has finally been renewed for season 3

Taylor Sheridan's hit series, Lioness, starring Zoe Saldaña and Nicole Kidman, has finally been renewed for season 3 at Paramount+.
Drew Barrymore screams into a phone in Scream.

One of my favorite horror movies is now on Hulu. Here’s why you must watch it.

While many terrific horror movies are coming to Hulu, fans of the genre should check out 1996's Scream to celebrate Halloween this October.