Erik Swann

Erik Swann

A journalist who enjoys writing and has a keen interest in film, TV, and comics. Currently serving as the Senior Content Producer at CinemaBlend. Can be reached at erik@cinemablend.com, erikjswann@gmail.com or 301-613-2071

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Jay Kelly Should Have Used One Of Its Best Characters Way More

Spoilers for Jay Kelly lie ahead, so proceed with caution.Jay Kelly has finally hit the 2025 movie schedule and, all in all, the George Clooney-led film has been mostly well received by critics. Writer/director Noah Baumbach’s screenplay is tight, and his direction – as is usually the case – is as precise as it is purposeful. Of course, Clooney also effectively portrays Jay, an aging actor reflecting on his life choices, and the rest of the cast is excellent, too. On that note, I really would’ve...
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Zendaya And Robert Pattinson’s The Drama Trailer Shows Off Wild Pre-Marital Conflicts, And I’m Already Stressed

Zendaya and Robert Pattinson are amongst the busiest stars in Hollywood, and their latest film has not been unveiled in its full (and stressful) glory. The two A-listers are set to headline The Drama, an upcoming film from A24. Up to this point, the movie had only been teased, but the first trailer has now officially been released. Based on the footage, this is a story about pre-marital jitters and how a couple is forced to deal with such issues. What I really wasn’t expecting, though, was to fe...
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Fallout Season 2 Is Setting Up Some Huge Reunions, And Star Ella Purnell Teased That Norm Will Meet One Of Her ‘Favorite Characters’

It’s almost time for fans to return to the world of Fallout, as the sci-fi dramedy series that took the TV world by storm in 2024 is on the cusp of returning for its second season. Based on what’s been shared about the new episodes (which will be streamable with a Prime Video subscription), they’ll tackle additional lore from the video game-birthed franchise. Of course, that’ll include further adventures with Ella Purnell’s Lucy MacLean. And, as Purnell recently told CinemaBlend, fans should als...
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Maximus Shots Fired: Someone Asked Russell Crowe About Gladiator II, And He Did Not Hold Back

It took over 20 years for Ridley Scott to do it but, in 2024, he finally marked the release of the long-discussed Gladiator II. A sequel to Scott’s historical drama released in 2000, the film mostly highlights new characters played by franchise newcomers. With that, one person who doesn’t appear in the movie is Russell Crowe, who’s still well known for his performance as the courageous (and now-deceased) Maximus. In the movie, the Roman general says what he feels, and Crowe is now sharing his br...
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I'm Glad Sinners Landed Golden Globes Noms, But There Are Some Snubs That Still Sting

Few films have managed to stir up excitement and discussions amongst moviegoers this year like Sinners has. Ryan Coogler’s critically lauded vampire epic definitely struck a chord with the general public, so it’s not surprising that it’s been pegged as a major player during this awards season. So far, the movie has landed various nominations and wins from different governing bodies, and it’s now received some 2025 Golden Globes noms. As great as those nods are, though, I’m still feeling slightly...
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A Former Jeopardy Champion Just Got Arrested On 'Peeping' Charges

Throughout its illustrious history, Jeopardy! has welcomed a number of different competitors, each making their own mark on the show. One of those series alums is now facing some legal issues. As the acclaimed game show continues to air its 42nd season amid the 2025 TV schedule, former contestant Philip Joseph “Joey” DeSena has been arrested. It’s been reported that DeSena was booked on the grounds of alleged “peeping.”Joey DeSena was taken into custody on Monday, December 1, in North Carolina,...
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50 Cent Responds To Claims That He Only Made His Diddy Documentary Due To Their Years-Long Beef

As Sean “Diddy” Combs continues to serve his four-year (or 50 month) prison sentence, one of his fellow rappers is preparing to release a show centered around him. It was reported in 2024 that Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson was producing a documentary about Combs’ alleged misdeeds and, much to the surprise of fans, the first trailer for the Diddy docuseries dropped days ago. Given that Jackson and Combs have long been feuding, some believed that played into the doc’s conception. Now, Jackson is weighi...
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Jeremy Renner Shared A Fun Avengers-Related Post About His Thanksgiving Weekend Plans: 'What's Better?'

Thanksgiving may be over, but there may still be people who are celebrating this weekend, including Jeremy Renner. Like so many of us, it would appear that Renner has been in the holiday spirit as of late, but that’s not all. Renner also took a moment to pay homage to his superhero roots while alluding to his plans for the post-T-giving weekend. He specifically did that by referencing a very specific moment from the Marvel Cinematic Universe to illustrate his point.I’m not sure about any of you,...
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I Want Inside The NBA’s Schedule On ESPN To Change, And The Network President’s Latest Comments Are Music To My Ears

Like so many basketball fans, I was downright delighted in 2024 when ESPN saved Inside the NBA from cancellation by forging a historic licensing agreement with TNT. It’s because of that deal that Ernie Johnson, Charles Barkley and co. remain on the air this fall amid the 2025 TV schedule. There have been pain points, though, particularly when it comes to the beloved show’s new schedule, which sees episodes air less frequently. I haven’t been too pleased with this, but the network’s head honcho j...
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After Watching Jacob Elordi In Frankenstein, There's One Career Move I'd Love Him To Make

Guillermo del Toro’s vision for Frankenstein has finally been realized, as the film hit select theaters weeks ago and just recently became available on Netflix as part of the 2025 movie schedule. An adaptation of Mary Shelley’s iconic novel, del Toro’s film is beautiful, well-directed and powerfully acted. One of standouts is Jacob Elordi, who plays the Creature at the center of this gothic tale. Elordi is actually so good that one aspect of his performance has me hoping he’ll consider a specifi...
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I’m Bummed Eddie Murphy Turned Down Ghostbusters, But He Had A Good Reason

Throughout the course of his decades-spanning career, Eddie Murphy has headlined massive movies, to say the least. From 48 Hrs. and Trading Places to Shrek and Dreamgirls, Murphy truly has some impressive credits in his filmography. What’s even wilder is that had circumstances worked out in different ways, the Oscar nominee could’ve had even more marquee titles under his belt. Among the projects that got away is Ghostbusters and, while it stinks that Murphy couldn’t be involved, I understand why...
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‘Why Do We Feel So Unsatisfied?’ How Kristin Kreuk Allegedly Introduced Smallville Co-Star Allison Mack To NXIVM

Allison Mack is now opening up about her involvement with the sex-trafficking cult NXIVM, of which she became a key member. The former actress recently shared her experiences as part of a seven-part podcast called Allison After NXIVM. Aside from detailing the inner workings of the cult, Mack also lightly discusses her work on the long-running superhero show Smallville. Among the topics Mack discusses is her friendship with former co-star Kristin Kreuk, who she alleges is the person who introduce...
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Nikki Glaser’s Monologue Sparked Some Backlash, But She Still Called Starring On SNL ‘A Dream’

Saturday Night Live welcomed yet another celebrity host to Studio 8H this past weekend amid the 2025 TV schedule, with comedian Nikki Glaser taking on the gig. Before Glaser took part in various sketches, she performed a stand-up set for her monologue. The comic’s jokes have since garnered backlash, as she touched on topics like human trafficking and sexual assault. At the same time, though, Glaser herself is also sharing glowing thoughts about her time working on the storied late-night show.Ear...
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Britney Spears Opens Up About 'The Most Unbelievably Horrible' Things That Have Been Said Amidst Kevin Federline Dropping His Biography

Former spouses Britney Spears and Kevin Federline are once again at odds and, this time, the situation stems from claims made by the latter. Federline (47) recently penned a memoir, You Thought You Knew, in which he made claims about the alleged actions that led to Spears (43) losing custody of their two sons. Spears’ team eventually fired back at the allegations and accused Federline of “profiting off” her. Now, Spears is getting candid about the “horrible” things that have been said about her...
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Let’s Pour Out A Round For Yet Another Rejected Star Wars Script

The movie branch of the Star Wars franchise has been in an interesting position over the past several years, as no theatrical films have been released since 2019’s The Rise of Skywalker. Some films have since entered production, thankfully, though fans were recently met with the news of a scrapped production – a film about Adam Driver’s Ben Solo. Fans lit up social media when sharing their thoughts on the since-rejected script, and it marks yet another big-screen SW production that’s bitten the...
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One Thing Nicole Kidman Has Allegedly Been Having A Hard Time With While Navigating Her Divorce From Keith Urban

Nicole Kidman and Keith Urban’s separation after 19 years of marriage was first reported in late September and, shortly after, it was confirmed that Kidman filed for divorce. There are still a number of variables that the general public still doesn’t know about the situation, including what exactly led to the stars’ split. All the while, insiders have been dropping claims about how both Kidman (58) and Urban (57) are handling everything. Now, it’s been alleged that the Oscar winner is having a t...
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Conan O'Brien Has A Serious Role In If I Had Legs I'd Kick You. Here's Why He Should Do More Dramatic Work

If there’s any one thing that most fans of Conan O’Brien agree on, it’s the fact that the man is a comedic force. He knows how to bring intense energy, whether he’s sitting behind a desk as a talk show host or even as a guest on Hot Ones. O’Brien pushes his hilariously chaotic persona aside, though, for his performance in a recent 2025 movie schedule entry, A24’s If I Had Legs I’d Kick You. O’Brien plays a dry and somewhat more serious role in the movie, and it has me convinced he should pursue...
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Tyrese Gibson And Police Spoke Out After Arrest Warrant Was Issued In Connection With A Dog's Death

Tyrese Gibson – the actor known for starring in Fast & Furious, Transformers and other notable films – currently finds himself embroiled in a legal situation. Police in Atlanta, Georgia have issued a warrant for Gibson’s arrest in connection to the death of one of his neighbor’s dogs. The authorities have since spoken out about the situation, saying that Gibson has yet to turn himself in. At the same time, the actor’s lawyer has also shared comments on how he’s reportedly navigating the situatio...
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Hear Me Out: Task Season 2 Would Be Great, But There's A Crossover I Already Want Even More

I’ve enjoyed many shows released amid the 2025 TV schedule and, as the year winds down, I have a new favorite. HBO recently debuted Task, a miniseries that sees Mark Ruffalo playing the head of a task force investigating a string of robberies at drug dens in the Philadelphia area. The show is created by writer/producer Brad Ingelsby and, thus far, I've been captivated by it. I’d already love to see a second season, but hear me out on a crossover I want even more.Brad Ingelsby fans may know where...
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A24's Pillion Trailer Shows Alexander Skarsgård In A BDSM Relationship, And I Think His Internet Daddy Status Is About To Reach A New Level

The 2026 movie schedule is already filled with a vast assortment of unique titles, and some of them are upcoming A24 movies. One of the latest flicks to hail from the acclaimed entertainment company is Pillion. The rom-com stars Alexander Skarsgård and Harry Melling as two men who engage in a BDSM relationship, which seemingly unfolds in interesting ways. While this trailer is sure to generate a few laughs, it’ll arguably more than likely further Skarsgård’s status as one of the Internet’s bigge...
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