Christopher Campbell

Christopher Campbell began writing film criticism and covering film festivals for a zine called Read, back when a zine could actually get you Sundance press credentials. He's now a Senior Editor at FSR and the founding editor of our sister site Nonfics. He also regularly contributes to Fandango and Rotten Tomatoes and is the President of the Critics Choice Association's Documentary Branch.
Wonder Julian

Grab Tissues Because the ‘Wonder’ Cinematic Universe is Coming

By Christopher Campbell 

‘White Bird,’ a spinoff/sequel/prequel set during the Holocaust is now in the works from the same production team.

Abominable

The Abominable Financial State of Non-Disney Animated Features

By Christopher Campbell 

DreamWorks Animation just had its worst opening in decades while Disney continues to increase its share of the theatrical animation market.

Yesterday

‘Yesterday’ and the Ultimate Big Lie

By Christopher Campbell 

Danny Boyle’s movie uses an extreme what-if situation to play with and distract from romantic comedy tropes.

Renée Zellweger Judy

The Triumph of Renée Zellweger’s Performance in ‘Judy’

By Christopher Campbell 

The 2019 Judy Garland biopic should have been a one-woman show. It kind of is anyway.

Downton Abbey Movie

‘Downton Abbey’ Box Office: Bigger Than Brad Pitt and John Rambo

By Christopher Campbell 

Focus Features had its best opening of all time by betting on fans of the British TV series.

Brad Pitt Ad Astra

Watch ‘Ad Astra,’ Then Watch These Movies

By Christopher Campbell 

We recommend 12 movies to watch after you see James Gray’s new science fiction film starring Brad Pitt.

A Trip To The Moon

The Legacy of ‘A Trip to the Moon’

By Christopher Campbell 

We look at how the iconic Georges Méliès film inspired ripoffs, spoofs, a music video, and even movie piracy.

Hustlers

‘Hustlers’ Box Office: An Honest to Goodness Hit

By Christopher Campbell 

No scamming or scheming was needed for Lorene Scafaria’s new movie to make money.

Hustlers

Watch ‘Hustlers,’ Then Watch These Movies

By Christopher Campbell 

We recommend 13 movies to watch after you see Lorene Scafaria’s new crime film.