Mike Reyes

Mike Reyes

Senior Movies Contributor

The Background: Mike Reyes is the Senior Movie Contributor at CinemaBlend, though that title’s more of a guideline really. Passionate about entertainment since grade school, the movies have always held a special place in his life, which explains his current occupation. Writing in some way, shape, or form since fifth grade, Mike’s time at CinemaBlend started in 2014, when he was hired as a freelance writer. In 2019, Mr. Reyes became a full time fixture of the CB staff, a decision that the management still hotly debates to this very day, questioning whether it was “a good idea, or the best idea?” Mike graduated from Drew University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, but swore off of running for public office a long time ago. You can hear him on various podcasts, you just need to know where to look.

What He's Into: This is a tough question to answer, as Mike’s kind of into a lot of things. Most prominently, he is CinemaBlend’s James Bond expert, thanks to being raised with a healthy appreciation for the storied spy series and anything espionage related. Mike has several other specialized fields that he’s been passionate about since his early years. Among those interests are breaking down the ins and outs of time travel, studying and admiring Large Scale Aggressors, Titans, Kaiju, and dinosaurs; as well as detective work. Adjacent to his entertainment interests, Mr. Reyes enjoys the worlds of high end mens fashion (eyewear included), fine alcohol and cocktails, and the comforts of a good book or video game. If you ask nicely, he might even dip back into his experience as a singer, just for fun.

What He's Excited About Right Now: The continuing hunt for the new James Bond, any and all updates about how Adam Wingard and Dan Stevens are turning Godzilla vs. Kong 2 into a stealth sequel to The Guest, and the potential for Tron: Ares to somehow be the sequel Tron: Ascension was promised to be. Also, a good excuse to be sent on another theme park assignment, and anything Guillermo del Toro has cooking,

Latest articles by Mike Reyes

Kieran Culkin slightly smirking in a red hoodie in A Real Pain.

'I'm Stupid.' The Story Behind That Time Mark Ruffalo Got Pranked Epically By Kieran Culkin, And Pot Was Involved

By Mike Reyes published

Where there's smoke...there just might be an angry stage manager.

Movies
Jim Carrey's Ivo Robotnik looks over the shoulder of Jim Carrey's Gerald Robotnik in Sonic the Hedgehog 3.

Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Writers Explain Why Jim Carrey’s Gerald Robotnik Has A Different Role In The Film Compared To The Video Game, And It Makes Sense

By Mike Reyes published

Sometimes breaking canon has a purpose!

Movies
Jonathan Bailey and Scarlett Johansson looking up in awe from long grass in Jurassic World Rebirth.

Jurassic World: Rebirth Director Reveals His ‘Rules’ For Writing The Sequel, And As A Fan, They’re Such A Relief

By Mike Reyes published

Enough with the remake rumors!

Movies
Taron Egerton lifting a carry-on suitcase up with a man in a red baseball hat behind him.

I Had A Great Time Watching Netflix's Carry-On, But As A New Jersey Resident I Have A Quibble With The Movie

By Mike Reyes published

This wouldn't have been too much of a stretch, to be honest.

Streaming News
Bruce Springsteen sits with a guitar in his hands on CBS Sunday Morning, pictured next to Jeremy Allen White sitting on a motorcycle in The Iron Claw.

Bruce Springsteen Has Weighed In On What It's Like To See Jeremy Allen White Playing Him In His Upcoming Biopic

By Mike Reyes published

In this case Springsteen's nickname of "The Boss" applies in a rather special way.

Movies
Dwayne Johnson looks ahead in conversation with a stoic expression in Red One.

‘He Wanted To Be Bigger Than Will Smith Or George Clooney.’ The Story Behind The Rock’s Rise To Fame And Why He Fired His Agents Early On

By Mike Reyes published

You're either on Dwayne Johnson's team, or you're in the stands.

Movies
Jesse on piano in Full House

John Stamos’ Sweet New Years Message Shouted Out His Full House Co-Star Amidst Cancer Battle, And Candace Cameron Bure Also Reached Out

By Mike Reyes published

Even Elvis would approve of this display of chosen family.

Television
Samuel L. Jackson holding purple lightsaber as Mace Windu

Samuel L Jackson Isn't Bent Out Of Shape About Never Winning An Oscar (And Yes Star Wars And Marvel Are Involved)

By Mike Reyes published

Could we get Mr. Jackson some more lightsabers, please?

Movies
Val Kilmer sits slouching forward with a somber look in Heat.

Michael Mann Recalls Working With Val Kilmer On Heat, And Why He Was So Impressed

By Mike Reyes published

It's kind of hard not to be won over by Mr. Kilmer's acting chops.

Movies
Cory Michael Smith as Chevy Chase in Saturday Night

I Think Saturday Night May Be The Most Uplifting Movie Of 2024, But There Are 10 Others That Could Challenge Its Crown

By Mike Reyes published

You can still smile through tears!

Movies
Shadow looks back as he sits on a motorcycle holding a laser pistol in Sonic the Hedgehog 3.

Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Has A Couple Special Keanu Reeves References, But The Writers Shared With Me The One They Couldn’t Make Work

By Mike Reyes published

This line would have DEFINITELY fit!

Interviews
Dame Maggie Smith smiling in a sitting room in Downton Abbey: A New Era.

The Dowager Countess Was Long The Glue That Held The Downton Abbey Franchise Together. How The Third Movie Will Pay Tribute To Dame Maggie Smith

By Mike Reyes published

Dame Smith's imprint on the series is still felt in the upcoming threequel.

Movies
Jason Kelce stands in a warehouse of gifts, pictured next to Pete Davidson standing outside in a crowd.

Jason Kelce And Pete Davidson Giving Gifts For Christmas Is The Celebrity Collab I Didn’t Know I Needed

By Mike Reyes published

I’m not saying Jason Kelce is Santa…but good luck arguing against that notion.

Television
Tim Allen smiles in conversation as he holds a cup of coffee at the breakfast table in Shifting Gears.

Tim Allen Had A Pretty Meta Reveal For His New Show's Poster, But I'm Loving The BTS Look

By Mike Reyes published

Prepare for a little dose of Tim-ception!

Television
Sonic stands in front of a scene of destruction with a look of shock in Sonic the Hedgehog 3.

Sonic The Hedgehog 3: 11 Scenes From The Film That Had Me Pumped As A Fan

By Mike Reyes published

And yes, a certain Shadow meme is now officially canon.

Movies
Dwayne Johnson and Kristofer Hivju star in Red One

I Asked The Red One Cast About Making A Real, Practical Movie. They Got Real About The Challenges, Including 'Not Getting Eaten By The Suit'

By Mike Reyes published

Krampus sure did win a lot of fans as a result.

Interviews
Jim Carrey's Grinch sits in his cave wearing a look of curiosity in Dr Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas.

Jim Carrey's Grinch Turns 25 Next Year, And I'm Amazed That There's A Four-Hour Cut Fans Want Released

By Mike Reyes published

Could this holiday classic grow two hours much bigger?

Movies
Shadow stands defiantly on a motorcycle in midair in Sonic the Hedgehog 3.

‘[SPOILER] Could Not Be Dead’: I Asked Sonic 3’s Writers About A Big Death Scene, And After Seeing It Again, I Found Some Evidence For How Their Comments Hold Up

By Mike Reyes published

Is this cast member still able to live and/or learn?

Interviews
Halle Berry sits dressed in tactical gear with a serious expression next to some weapons in The Union.

Halle Berry Showed Off Her Christmas With Van Hunt, And She Couldn't 'Decide Whether To Be Naughty Or Nice'

By Mike Reyes published

Ms. Berry is sweetening up social media yet again.

Movies
Macaulay Culkin, Jedidiah Cohen, and Devin Ratray look out of a window together in Home Alone.

Following Online Rumors, Home Alone Director Clarifies How The Family Affords That Giant House

By Mike Reyes published

No wonder Uncle Frank kept his mouth shut.

Movies
Emily Watson and Olivia Williams huddled together in concern in Dune Prophecy S1 E6 - "The High-Handed Enemy."

Dune: Prophecy Revealed Desmond Hart’s Origins, And Ahead Of Season 2, I Asked The Cast About Two Unanswered Questions That Still Haunt Me

By Mike Reyes published

The season 1 finale leaves a lot hanging in the air, and that's ok!

Interviews
Shadow powers up his fist as he flies towards Sonic in mid air in Sonic the Hedgehog 3.

To 4DX Or Not To 4DX: Buy The Right Sonic The Hedgehog 3 Ticket

By Mike Reyes published

Gotta go 4DX?

Movies
David Corenswet sits at his desk looking confused as Clark Kent in Superman.

Why There's Already Some Big Confusion Over Superman's Big, Splashy Upcoming Release In Movie Theaters

By Mike Reyes published

Look...up in the projection room!

Superman
Tom Hanks' conductor character in The Polar Express

Robert Zemeckis Directed Two Of My Favorite Christmas Movies, And I'll Hear No Arguments Against Them

By Mike Reyes published

Believe…that you’re wrong about these holiday gems.

Movies
Hera rides her armored horse towards the camera in The Lord of the Rings: The War of the Rohirrim.

Gaia Wise Shared Her Ultimate Lord Of The Rings: The War Of The Rohirrim Keepsake, And I Can’t Get Over The Story Behind It

By Mike Reyes published

Exclusives Prepare for a "ridiculously perfect" story.

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