Jim Alexander
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Jim Alexander is one of the co-founders of the Chicago Independent Film Critics Circle (CIFCC). He has been a staff writer at TheMovieBlog.com since 2014. He helped develop and host the “Correct Opinion Podcast.” Jim has written for Screenrant.com and contributed to the Australian movie site Cinemazzi.com. He is the United States Film and Entertainment Reporter for BBC’s 5 Live radio show. In addition to his interest in film, he also hosts the “Bachelor Universe” blog and podcast, centered on the ABC show The Bachelor. Jim graduated with a MA in Journalism from DePaul University. He is a die-hard Chicago Bulls and Bears fan. Born in Chicago, but raised in Poland, he grew up playing soccer and remains an avid fan of the sport. He is passionate about film and strives to incorporate new and innovative ways to present film criticism. He currently resides in a suburb outside of Chicago, IL.

Forever My Girl Movie Review: A familiar but enjoyable romantic drama

Romance is already in the cinematic air with Valentine’s Day less than a month away. The first noteworthy movie romance for 2018 is Forever My Girl, directed by Bethany Ashton Wolf. The film follows a famous country singer Liam Page (Alex…

Movie Review: The Light of the Moon

The Light of the Moon is a tremendous film that will stick with you long after watching and may be one of the most important films that you watch this year. Timely in its dealing with abuse, the story revolves around…

Movie Review: Leatherface

Seven times Leatherface had cranked up a chainsaw on-screen, but the eight time may be the best one. The Texas Chainsaw Massacre franchise, which this character is based from, has been around since 1974, but not until now do we…

Dynasty Series Premiere Review

Dynasty is back. Yes, those wealthy and dramatic Carrington’s are at it again. The CW’s reboot of the famed 1980’s series is a lot more modern and updated, but it sticks to the elements that made the original a major…

Marvel’s Inhumans Series Premiere Review

Marvel has turned nearly everything they touch into gold. Their success rate with movies and shows has been outstanding over the past decade plus. Unfortunately, there is finally a major blemish to add and that blemish is called Inhumans. Watching…

‘Isle of Dogs’ Trailer Breeds Wes Anderson’s Creative Genius

The trailer for Wes Anderson’s stop-motion animated film Isle of Dogs released today and it’s fascinating. Set in a futuristic Japan, a 12-year-old boy attempts to find his guard dog, Spot, with the help of the exiled canines of Trash…

Movie Review: Wetlands

First time director Emanuele Della Valle knocks it out-of-the-park in his feature film debut, Wetlands. The film is neo-noir that delivers on character authenticity and effective storytelling. Set in the doldrums of Atlantic City, the plot revolves around Babel ‘Babs’ Johnson…