At The Movie Buff, our critics try to be fair but aren’t afraid to tell it like it is. Our reviewers have one thing in common—they are all movie lovers with a passion for discovering not only blockbusters, but those hidden gems which you might have forgot existed. Patronizing movie theatres, video stores, Netflix, Redbox, and even watching edited TV movies, our team will look anywhere to bring readers reviews.
Below are some of our reviewing philosophies and styles each critic brings to the table:
Emily
Emily is an Australian-Korean writer who enjoys watching and thinking about movies. In her spare time, she watches movies, reads movie reviews on Reddit and eats too much caramel popcorn.2 Articles
Chase Ochsner
Chase is a Midwestern film critic. Also, he is a labor economist, who focuses on gender differences within the entertainment industry. Currently, his top three films are "La Belle et la Bête" (1946), "The Last of Sheila" (1973), and "Pig" (2021).2 Articles
Seth Stuart
Seth is the type of film lover that can't seem to get enough of film and received his degree in Film and Media from the University of Oklahoma. He has worked as an actor, casting assistant and even co-hosts the film review podcast, 'The Reel Deal.' From "Call Me by Your Name" to "Scream" or even "The Sandlot," you can bet he's seen it and ready to talk about it! You can also find Seth on IMDb at Seth Stuart/IMDb.2 Articles
Riley Ellis
Riley is a freelance journalist and part-time surf bum. When not writing, he's looking for waves on the Oregon Coast or binging "Avatar: The Last Airbender" for the fifth time. Aside from movies and the great outdoors, he loves philosophy, theology, and literature.2 Articles
Thomas Zimmer
Tommy Zimmer is a writer whose work has appeared online and in print. His work covers a variety of topics, including politics, economics, health and wellness, consumer electronics, and the entertainment industry.2 Articles
Justin Thompson
Justin is an educator hailing from the state of New York. He is intrigued by horror, all things superhero, and good comedy. As a Doctoral candidate in Psychology, he needs the occasional escape, and the cinema world is just that. His favorite genres stem from Old Hollywood, musicals, dramas, and psychological thrillers. Justin is not new to the world of media. He wrote for his college newspaper at SUNYIT, "The Factory Times," and is also a writer of poetry and short fiction. He was featured in 'Phaethon,' an award-winning publication from Herkimer County Community College, from 2005-2007, and is also a freelance writer on social justice issues.2 Articles
D.J. Rivera
D.J. Rivera is an award-winning writer, director, and producer with several of his titles available on Amazon Prime. When he’s not making movies, this go-getter lends his talents to several popular outlets writing about everything that matters in the entertainment industry.2 Articles
Carlos Luis
He is a regular columnist for 'The Goan Everyday' newspaper and is currently studying for an M.A. English Literature degree at Parvatibai Chowgule College, Margao, Goa.2 Articles
Afshan Jaffery
Afshan Jaffery is a mystery writer who is exploring her passion for writing through different mediums. You can check her website at afshanjaffery.com and follow her on Instagram at afshan.jaffery.2 Articles
Beth Lindsay
Beth is a film student based in Edinburgh who has written for a number of outlets. She is passionate about the craft of filmmaking and discovering weird and wonderful films of all kinds. You can follow Beth on Instagram @bethlindsayy.1 Articles
