Jon Espino
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Jon would say that as a writer, he is a self-proclaimed film snob and a pop culture junkie. Always gives his honest, critical, and maybe a little bit snarky opinion on everything. He's very detail oriented and loves anything involving creativity and innovation. You're better off asking him who his favorite director is rather than his favorite film. So beware and get ready to be entertained. You can contact him at jon@theyoungfolks.com or follow him on twitter @DystopianHero. (Also, he doesn't always refer to himself in the third person, but sometimes he just has to).

TV Review: Supergirl 2×10 “We Can Be Heroes”

Thanks for reading our weekly recaps of Supergirl. To read about past episodes, click here.  “Having a nemesis is hard!” I have been a devoted fan and ardent supporter of Supergirl since the beginning. The tone the show has is unlike any…

The Trailer for Netflix’s The Discovery is to Die for

Coming off of a successful high from the grim and quirky A Series of Unfortunate Events, Netflix has proven that it will start the year off with enthralling entertainment (at least until the next Adam Sandler sponsored monstrosity rears its ugly head).…

Woody Harrelson Presents Lost in London Live

Woody Harrelson is one of the most ambitious actors in Hollywood today. He has played a variety of roles and characters and is always fully invested them. That’s one of the many reasons he’s currently one of the most popular actors…

Can You Stomach the First Trailer for ‘Raw’?

I will be the first to admit that I have a problem. I have an addiction of sorts. It’s something of an acquired taste, but I know I’m not alone. I have a persistent urge to see horror films, no…

Movie Review: Edge of Seventeen

Every year, we get dozens of coming of age movies, but only a handful of them ever give us an approximate glimpse at high school life let alone an authentic one. Edge of Seventeen plays with the mold and makes…

Movie Review: Almost Christmas

Repurposing one of Danny Glover’s most famous character quotes I have to say, “It’s too early for this shit.” Almost Christmas comes out before the holiday spirit that would make this film bearable has even had a chance to awaken…

Interview: Hailee Steinfeld for Edge of Seventeen

I talk with Hailee about her high school experience, advice to her younger self, the importance of consent and more.