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.
Latest
Ryan Gosling's Starfighter Has A Secret Weapon Other Star Wars Movies Lack
The screenwriter of Star Wars: Starfighter, which releases in theaters next year, describes the film as more simple than other Star Wars stories.
The Dog Stars Ending Explained
Ridley Scott's latest film, The Dog Stars, features an all star cast that includes Jacob Elordi, Margaret Qualley, and Josh Brolin.
Insidious: Out Of The Further Has 1 Post-Credits Scene - Does It Set Up Insidious 7?
The latest film in the Insidious franchise has one post credits scene, which highlights what the villain of the story is up to.
3 Forgotten MCU Post-Credits Scenes Marvel Needs To Address In Avengers: Doomsday
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has had countless post credits scenes over the years, but some need to be readdressed in Doomsday.
3 Must-Watch Dinosaur Movies That Aren't Jurassic Park
Jurassic Park is the most famous dinosaur-centric movie ie in film history, but there are plenty of other similar titles that deserve recognition.
Insidious: Out Of The Further Ending Explained
The Insidious franchise continues with Insidious: Out of the Further, which tells the story of a young mom haunted by the Further.
Insidious: Out Of The Further Review - Terrifyingly Dull & Unintentionally Funny
The next chapter in the Insidious franchise focuses on brand new heroes, but it fails to capture the strengths of previous entries.
5 Best Moments From Disney’s D23 Entertainment Showcase
Disney's biannual D23 Entertainment Showcase had plenty of reveals and new looks at upcoming projects from the studio, including Avengers: Doomsday.
The End Of Oak Street Ending And Time Travel Explained: What Really Happened & Who Survives
The End of Oak Street, a film about an average suburban neighborhood being attacked by dinosaurs, debuts in theaters this weekend.
3 Star Wars Predictions For This Week's D23 Disney Showcase
Disney's biannual fan celebration event takes place this weekend in Anaheim, California, and promises plenty of news and reveals.
10 Best Moments Of Spider-Man: Brand New Day
The latest chapter in the ever-expanding Marvel Cinematic Universe, Spider-Man: Brand New Day features a number of memorable moments.
Every Tom Holland Spider-Man Suit, Ranked By Power Level
Tom Holland has spent the last decade appearing in Marvel Cinematic Universe movies as Spider-Man, with many different suits along the way.
I Was Disappointed In The Hulk's Role In Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Hulk was teased as a major player in the story of Spider-Man: Brand New Day, but his actual role is much smaller than expected.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day Leaves One Huge Peter Parker Storyline Unresolved
Spider-Man: Brand New Day balances many plot lines, but one in particular is left unresolved come the end of the film's story.
New Star Wars Release Finally Pushes The Jedi In The Right Direction
The new book Star Wars: Legacy offers a glimpse into Rey's Jedi training with Leia, and teases what Rey's future Jedi Order will look like.
Ryan Gosling's Star Wars Movie Is Even More Exciting After This Week's Marvel Reveal
Ryan Gosling will soon join the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but before that, he's headed to a galaxy far, far away.
Every Main Star Wars Movie Hero, Ranked By Power Level
The Star Wars franchise has many powerful heroes, from Luke Skywalker to Anakin Skywalker, but one in particular stands out above the rest.
Marvel's Adam Driver Casting Misses Prove Where The Actor Really Needs To Be
Adam Driver has long since been rumored to join the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but the actor should return to Star Wars before he does anything else.
Every Actor In The Odyssey, Ranked By Screen Time
Matt Damon and Tom Holland lead the way in Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, and are joined by Robert Pattinson, Anne Hathaway, and more.
Heartstopper Forever Review: A Satisfying Finale For One Of Netflix’s Best Coming-Of-Age Stories
Heartstopper Forever reunites Joe Locke and Kit Connor one last time in a heartfelt film that gives Netflix's beloved romance a fitting goodbye.