About Jon Mendelsohn
Jon Mendelsohn is a graduate of Ithaca College with a degree in film. He is a writer, filmmaker, and lover of anything and everything pop culture. When not writing or binge-watching Netflix, Jon loves to travel and find all the hottest foodie spots.
REVIEW: Sheroes is a Mediocre Action Comedy That Settles For the Bare Minimum
Sheroes has committed performers and a frenetic style, but the story is derivative and goes nowhere fast. Here's CBR's Review.
Jagged Mind Director Kelley Kali Discusses Hulu's Romantic Thriller With a Magical Twist
Filmmaker Kelly Kali had an exclusive chat with CBR, discussing the significance of casting and location in her new thriller film.
REVIEW: Brooklyn 45 Delivers an Adequate Horror Drama That Could Have Gone Further
Brooklyn 45 has some entertaining elements, but the movie needed to push itself further to achieve greatness. Here's CBR's review.
REVIEW: Falcon Lake is a Subtle Dream-Like Supernatural Coming-Of-Age Romance
Falcon Lake is a relatable and understated exploration of young love with a dream-like, supernatural element.
Robots: Jack Whitehall and Shailene Woodley Discuss the Dynamics of Their New Sci-fi Rom-Com
In an interview with CBR, Whitehall and Woodley speak about the process of building their characters and working with the filmmakers of Robots.
The Best Korean Horror Series & Movies on Netflix to Give You Nightmares
While American horror tends to rely on jump scares and gore, these Korean horror movies and TV shows on Netflix go for something deeper.
7 Box-Office Flops That Are Actually Great Films
Although these films did not sell enough tickets in order to see a profit, they still are well-made pieces of cinema that deserved better.
REVIEW: Sick of Myself is a Shocking, Hilarious Foray Into a Damaged Psyche
Sick of Myself is an intoxicating film that is funny and grotesque, with a fantastic performance at its core.
REVIEW: Paint Is an Understated Dry Comedy
Paint, which stars Owen Wilson as a Bob Ross-inspired character, is an enjoyable movie with a lot of heart that doesn't strive to be grand.
REVIEW: Malum is a Terrifying Horror Opus
Malum is a modern horror film that knows how to be genuinely scary, creating some of the most frightening sequences of the year.
REVIEW: The Unheard is a Mishmash of Ideas that Never Finds a Proper Flow
The Unheard contains many elements that should make it work, but the film ends up being an extremely slow and tedious supernatural thriller.
REVIEW: The Tutor is a Watchable But Mediocre Thriller About Obsession
The Tutor is a mildly entertaining thriller that convolutes itself with too many twists. Here's CBR's Review
REVIEW: Unicorn Wars is a Masterful Animated War Epic That is Destined for Cult Status
Unicorn Wars is a captivating film full of depth, shocking ideologies, and vivid animation. Here's CBR's review.
REVIEW: Unseen is a Repetitive Thriller that Still Manages to Engage with Suspense and Heart
Unseen's concept is full of holes, but the central performances and the relationship between the leads keeps the film entertaining.
REVIEW: Hunt Her, Kill Her is Too Minimalist for its Own Good
Hunt Her, Kill Her is a low-budget survival horror film that would have been more effective as a more character-driven thriller.
REVIEW: Children of the Corn is a Schlocky Good Time
The newest remake of Stephen King's Children of the Corn is an over-the-top fun horror movie.
REVIEW: The Park Wastes its Potential in a Muddled Thriller
The Park features some intriguing worldbuilding, but the film is never able to fully realize its potential.
REVIEW: Shudder's Spoonful of Sugar is a Hypnotic Thriller
Spoonful of Sugar succeeds at being an unnerving thriller, while also providing laughs and hypnotic psychedelic sequences.
How Cannibal Holocaust Led to the Film's Director Being Charged With Murder
Infamous for its depiction of brutal violence, Cannibal Holocaust was so controversial upon release that it almost landed its director in jail.
REVIEW: Attachment is an Effective Horror Romance That Perfectly Blends Two Genres
Equipped with excellent performances and plenty of chills, Attachment is a well-done horror film that isn't afraid to be sweet.