Josh Bate
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About Josh Bate
Josh is a film critic and journalist with over nine years of experience in the entertainment industry. Entering the field at just 17 years old, Josh went on to make his own website, The HoloFiles, and social media brand Star Wars Holocron, the most followed Star Wars fan account on Twitter/X.
A member of both the Chicago Indie Critics and the Hollywood Critics Alliance, Josh has covered major industry events including Star Wars Celebration and, most recently, CinemaCon for ScreenRant. His work has appeared in outlets such as Game Rant and Comic Book Resources (CBR), and he has been featured in publications including the BBC and The New York Times.
Favorite Media
Star Wars: The Force Awakens is the best Star Wars movie (yes, really).
-Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer is the best film in the 21st century.
-Zodiac is the best rainy day movie.
Industry Focus
Josh covers a variety of film and television, with a particular focus on Star Wars, Marvel, DC, and Dexter.
Author Details
-Josh holds a Master’s Degree in clinical counseling and is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)
-Josh has traveled all around the world to cover film and TV events, from Japan to London and New York City.
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David Corenswet has become a fan favorite in the year since his debut as Superman, and these scenes show exactly why he's so beloved.
5 Greatest David Corenswet Superman Scenes, Ranked
David Corenswet has become a fan favorite in the year since his debut as Superman, and these scenes show exactly why he's so beloved.
Avengers: Doomsday Will Be "Phase Zero" - But What Does That Mean?
The Russo Brothers recently teased that the latest Avengers film, which releases in December, will be a return to basics for the franchise.
Scary Movie 6 Has Two Credits Scenes, Here's What They Are
Despite mixed reviews, Scary Movie 6 has made waves in its opening weekend, and the new film has two surprising post credits scenes.
For The First Time In 49 Years, The Mandalorian And Grogu Officially Breaks A Star Wars Movie Tradition
The latest Star Wars movie is full of franchise firsts, but The Mandalorian and Grogu breaks one tradition that has been going for nearly 50 years.
For The First Time In 49 Years, The Mandalorian And Grogu Officially Breaks A Star Wars Movie Tradition
The latest Star Wars movie is full of franchise firsts, but The Mandalorian and Grogu breaks one tradition that has been going for nearly 50 years.
5 Greatest Soccer Movies To Watch Before The World Cup
The World Cup is fast approaching, so now is a great time to revisit some of the very best movies with stories centered on the sport of soccer.
Mexico 86 Review: Netflix's Soccer True Story Fails To Score
Diego Luna impresses in the film, which focuses on Mexico hosting the 1986 World Cup, but he can't save this disappointing sports comedy.
The Mandalorian And Grogu’s Box Office Is Disappointing, But The Next Star Wars Movie Can Redeem It
The Mandalorian and Grogu is underperforming at the box office, but the Star Wars franchise still has plenty of hope in this regard moving forward.
Pedro Pascal Was Wasted In The Mandalorian And Grogu
Pedro Pascal finally shows his face in a Star Wars project, six years after the last time he did so, but it didn't have the same impact in the movie.
Backrooms Ending Explained: What Happens To Mary And What’s Next?
A24's Backrooms movie releases this weekend, with huge expectation and anticipation for this adaptation of the internet phenomenon.
7 Years Later, I Appreciate Star Wars: The Rise Of Skywalker Even More
The Rise of Skywalker was subject to plenty of criticism upon its release in 2019, but has aged surprisingly well in the years since.
Rotta The Hutt Was The Best Part Of The Mandalorian And Grogu
Jeremy Allen White plays the character who ended up being the surprise standout of the latest Star Wars film to release in theaters.
If You Didn’t Like The Mandalorian And Grogu, The Next Star Wars Movie May Be For You
Star Wars: Starfighter releases next year and is set to have a huge scale and story, with a cast full of acclaimed actors.
Passenger Ending Explained
A brand-new horror movie, Passenger sees a traveling couple go to great lengths to defeat a powerful demon chasing them across the country.
The Mandalorian And Grogu’s Clone Wars Movie Callback Is The Best Kind Of Fan Service
The new Star Wars movie is full of Easter eggs, callbacks, and references to past films in the franchise, but one in particular shines through.
The Mandalorian & Grogu Cast: Every Actor And Character Who Appears
Pedro Pascal, Jeremy Allen White, and Sigourney Weaver lead the cast of the latest film set in a galaxy far, far away.
Is God Is Ending Explained
The new film, which centers on two sisters seeking revenge against their father for what he did when they were kids, has an incredibly intense ending.
The Mandalorian And Grogu: Every Major Spoiler & Story Reveal
The first Star Wars movie in nearly seven years comes with high expectations, and plenty of surprising reveals and twists in the story.
How Much The Mandalorian & Grogu Cost To Make And What It Needs To Be A Box Office Success
The Mandalorian and Grogu releases this week in theaters, and with it comes high expectations for box office performance.