Benedict Seal

UK-based freelance entertainment journalist for the likes of Bloody Disgusting, Vague Visages and The Digital Fix.

Amma Asante is Hitting the Big Leagues with a Cold War Thriller

The British director is a thoughtful pick for this real-life drama. Read More

Spike Lee is Making a Superhero Joint With ‘Nightwatch’

Sony is stepping up their superhero game with a huge directorial coup. Read More

Guillermo del Toro is Looking Out For the Next Generation of Mexican Oscar Winners

Mexico's recent dominance of the Best Director category looks set to continue. Read More

‘Black Panther’ is Officially the First Best Picture Contender of 2018

Could a superhero movie actually go the distance this year? Read More

Ranking the Directors of the James Bond Franchise

From journeymen to auteurs, we rank the 007 helmers. Read More

Muschietti’s Muse: Jessica Chastain in ‘Mama’

Jessica Chastain would make a great final woman in 'IT: Chapter Two.' Read More

Where Does ‘Cloverfield’ Go From Here?

After The Cloverfield Paradox’s unprecedented release, a look at where the franchise can go from here with its marketing and… Read More

There Should Always be 10 Best Picture Nominees

The Academy still gets it wrong sometimes. Read More