Sean O'Connell
The Background: Sean O’Connell is a journalist and CinemaBlend’s Managing Editor. He joined the staff as a freelancer in 2011, and gradually climbed the ranks as he helped the site grow in stature. Currently, he manages the site’s junket and interview opportunities. He also co-hosts CinemaBlend’s official podcast, ReelBlend, with fellow Critics Choice Association members Jake Hamilton and Kevin McCarthy. Sean has had his byline published in various respected publications including USA Today, The Washington Post, and Fandango. He’s also the author of three nonfiction books: Release the Snyder Cut, detailing the controversial saga of Zack Snyder’s Justice League; With Great Power, an in-depth retelling of Spider-Man’s history in Hollywood, and; Bruce Willis: Celebrating The Cinematic Legacy Of An Unbreakable Hollywood Icon.
What He’s Into: Sean is a basketball fanatic, and divides his love evenly between the NBA (the Charlotte Hornets are his team) and college basketball (where he drives the bandwagon for the Kentucky Wildcats). He spends most weekends watching his two sons play basketball, and still can't believe they've outgrown him. Sean also loves cooking, and thinks there’s no better feeling than preparing a meal for someone and watching them enjoy it. If Sean didn’t write about movies, he’d probably be involved full-time in the music scene somehow. He grew up playing guitar, switched to drums, and now plays bass for a power-punk garage band called Confetti Cannon. His all-time favorite TV show is Breaking Bad. His all-time favorite movie is Spider-Man: No Way Home. His all-time favorite book is Stephen King’s IT, and his all-time favorite snack is fudge-covered Oreos that he keeps in the freezer.
What He’s Excited About Right Now: The building blocks of James Gunn's DC Cinematic Do-Over, and the overwhelming stack of other people's books he's about to dive into. now that he finished work on his own Bruce Willis book.
Latest articles by Sean O'Connell
Civil War: Kirsten Dunst And Cailee Spaeny Are Oscar-Worthy In Alex Garland's Jaw-Dropping, Pulse-Racing Thriller
By Sean O'Connell published
Alex Garland's Civil War is a conversation starter on every level, and I expect we'll be talking about Kirsten Dunst right up until the Oscars.
I’m Worried Robert Pattinson’s The Batman 2 Delay Will Cause Bigger Problems For James Gunn’s DCU
By Sean O'Connell published
Once we learned that Robert Pattinson's The Batman: Part 2 was getting pushed back a year, I immediately started worrying about the DCU, as a whole.
‘Would The Fanboys String Me Up?’ Thor’s Director Wanted To Make A Major Change From The Comics, And It Was Kevin Feige Who Put The Kibosh On That Plan
By Sean O'Connell published
There are certain changes that Marvel directors can make with regards to the characters, but most times, Kevin Feige will protect what's right.
James Gunn Teases How Peacemaker Season 2 Will Connect To The DC Universe, And I’m A Little Confused
By Sean O'Connell published
Peacemaker Season 2, according to James Gunn, will not view Season 1 as canon. But it will maintain some threads from The Suicide Squad. So... what?
The Latest Spider-Man 4 Rumors Have Me Worried About The Character’s MCU Future
By Sean O'Connell published
While we wait for Spider-Man 4, rumors have been swirling around the film's plot. But the direction has me very concerned.
Naked John Cena Wasn't On Our Oscars Bingo Card, But The Hilarious Bit Kind Of Fits This Bizarre Telecast
By Sean O'Connell published
John Cena fully committed to a male nudity bit at the Oscars, and it fits the mood of this very unusual ceremony.
Robert Downey Jr. Looked Extremely Annoyed At The Nasty Jabs Jimmy Kimmel Took In His Oscars Monologue
By Sean O'Connell published
Jimmy Kimmel's Oscars monologue was funny, but mean, and Robert Downey Jr. didn't appreciate his time in the barrel.
3 Body Problem: Netflix Sci-Fi Saga From Game Of Thrones Co-Creators Will Reward Your Curiosity, And Your Patience
By Sean O'Connell published
3 Body Problem is a rich tapestry of religious intrigue and interstellar exploration. The two-episode premiere is the tip of the iceberg.
Conor McGregor Steals Road House Away From Jake Gyllenhaal, And Is The Main Reason To See The Remake
By Sean O'Connell published
Jake Gyllenhaal buffed up for the Road House remake, but it's Conor McGregor who walks away with the movie.
Millie Bobby Brown Invokes The Name Taylor Swift When Explaining The Bizarre Coincidence I Found In Her Movie Roles
By Sean O'Connell published
Exclusives I spotted a fun trend in Millie Bobby Brown's role choices, and the Damsel star credits Taylor Swift for the coincidences.
Reacher Season 3 Just Cast A Slew Of New Characters, Including The Story's Big Bad
By Sean O'Connell published
Alan Ritchson just found out who is going to be playing the main villain in Reacher Season 3.
Rebecca Ferguson Shares An Hilarious Concern She Had About Dune 2, And How She Resolved It
By Sean O'Connell published
Exclusives When preparing for Dune: Part 2, Rebecca Ferguson had a major concern she asked Denis Villeneuve. And it led to a conversation.
Denis Villeneuve Made An Awesome Jaws Comparison When Talking About Filming Dune: Part 2, And Now I Appreciate The Sequel Even More
By Sean O'Connell published
Exclusives When Denis Villeneuve pitched Dune to the studios, he used Jaws as a comparison... and he's exactly right.
The 15 Coolest Superhero Movie Costumes, Ranked
By Sean O'Connell published
Because the comics provide a blueprint, you'd think designing a superhero suit is easy. But these are the ones that went above and beyond.
Reacher’s Alan Ritchson Blames His ‘Manic Behavior’ For A Stunt Coordinator Almost Leaving The Show
By Sean O'Connell published
Alan Ritchson has been opening up in interviews about his bipolar disorder, and it led to conflict on the Reacher set.
The Story Behind Darth Vader’s Incredible Rogue One Scene: Why It Started As ‘Wrong As Wrong Can Be,’ And How They Fixed It
By Sean O'Connell published
Exclusives The iconic Darth Vader scene from Rogue One didn't work at first, and cinematographer Greig Fraser tells us how they fixed it.
Josh Brolin Talks About His Professional Struggles Right After The Goonies, And What He Learned About Being A Working Actor
By Sean O'Connell published
Exclusives The Goonies was a hit for Josh Brolin and everyone involved. While talking about Dune: Part Two, the actor says it didn't stay that way.
The Fantastic Four Wants A Comedian To Voice H.E.R.B.I.E., And The Internet Had Hilarious Opinions
By Sean O'Connell published
Once the Internet learned that Marvel wants a comedian to voice H.E.R.B.I.E. the robot, the suggestions started flying in.
‘Have You Seen Reacher?’ Alan Ritchson Gets Brutally Honest About Which Fast X Co-Stars He Can Beat In A Fight, And I’m Not About To Disagree With The Man
By Sean O'Connell published
Which Fast X co-stars could Alan Ritchson beat in a fight? He tells you the answer, and I believe him.
I Think I Know Two Major Things That Will Happen At The End Of The Fantastic Four, And One Will Answer A Lingering MCU Question
By Sean O'Connell published
We know a few things about the upcoming The Fantastic Four, including the casting. But I want to talk about the ending.
Jack Reacher 2 Director Explains Why Tom Cruise’s Sequel Flopped
By Sean O'Connell published
Tom Cruise's Jack Reacher film series flamed out after the second movie, and the director now talks about why.
Madame Web Does Change An Iconic Spider-Man Line, But It Actually Makes Sense When Connected To Ben Parker
By Sean O'Connell published
There are Spider-Man clues woven through Madame Web. And one of them helps this line change make sense.
Sony's Spider-Man Universe Needs To Change. I Think There Are 3 Ways To Get It Back On Track
By Sean O'Connell published
Madame Web continues to cast confusion over Sony's Spidey universe. I have some ideas on how they can turn things around.
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