Mike Reyes
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
We Feel Sorry For Jurassic World: Camp Cretaceous Fans, Because It Looks Like Two Fan Favorites May Never Be Seen Again
By Mike Reyes published
Exclusives Jurassic World: Chaos Theory executive producer Scott Kreamer has an interesting answer on why two Camp Cretaceous fan favorites are missing.
Jurassic Park Author Michael Crichton’s Posthumous Novel Eruption Is Getting Turned Into A Movie, And I’m Jazzed About The Latest Updates On Its Progress
By Mike Reyes published
Michael Crichton's posthumous novel Eruption has been in a bidding war for the film rights, and new developments have proven to be quite promising.
'A Talent As Ambitious And Financially Successful As Will Does Not Go Away': Insiders Speak Out About Will Smith's Hollywood Future After Bad Boys: Ride Or Die
By Mike Reyes published
As Bad Boys: Ride or Die gets ready to hit theaters, insiders speak out about Will Smith's future as a box office lead.
A New Hunger Games Prequel Novel Has Been Announced, And There's Already Plans For The Movie Adaptation
By Mike Reyes published
Sunrise on the Reaping has been announced as Suzanne Collins' next Hunger Games prequel, and early details drop some very intriguing clues.
Sister Act’s Whoopi Goldberg Reunited With The Sequel's Choir For A Reunion Performance, And Millennial Fans Are Freaking Out
By Mike Reyes published
With Whoopi Goldberg's recent Sister Act 2 reunion taking place on the view, fans of the mythic sequel have been having only the best reactions.
The Acolyte’s Jodie Turner-Smith Compares Star Wars To Tron: Ares, Says Jared Leto’s Movie Has ‘Balls To The Wall Physicality’
By Mike Reyes published
Exclusives After playing a role in both Tron: Ares and The Acolyte, actor Jodie Turner-Smith has a unique view into what makes these Disney series so different.
Carmen Electra Admits She Didn't Know What She Was Getting Into When She Signed On For The Blue Mystique Paint In Epic Movie
By Mike Reyes published
When making the spoof comedy Epic Movie, Carmen Electra apparently didn't know just how hard the film's makeup job would go.
Loki Star Sophia Di Martino Tells Us How Her Character Would Greet Loki If They Ever Met Again, And Now I Need To See This
By Mike Reyes published
Exclusives Even after Loki's heartbreaking Season 2 finale, Sophia Di Martino thinks Sylvie would greet Tom Hiddleston's Loki with quite a bit of cheek.
What McKinley Belcher III’s Eric Role Meant To Him As A Black Queer Actor
By Mike Reyes published
McKinley Belcher III's Eric role meant something special to him as a black queer actor, which only enhanced the Netflix drama's results.
I Think Alien: Romulus Is Hiding A New Xenomorph, And I Want To Know This Terrifying Secret At Once
By Mike Reyes published
Alien: Romulus continues to tease us all with its featured Xenomorph, who may or may not be a new creation set to frighten us all.
Paul Giamatti Is Finally Getting To Do Horror, And I'm Psyched About The Franchise He's Joining
By Mike Reyes published
After putting his wishes to be in a horror project into the universe, actor Paul Giamatti has found the project to make those dreams come true.
Godzilla Minus One Hit Netflix This Weekend, People Are Raving About It Again Online
By Mike Reyes published
Theatrical mega hit Godzilla Minus One is finally streaming on Netflix, and the world is falling in love all over again.
The Paramount Merger Seems To Be Happening. Why I Think This Is Best Case Scenario For Both Parties
By Mike Reyes published
Paramount seems to be headed for a merger, and the company being tipped as the other party is the best choice.
‘We All Kind Of Fell A Bit In Love With It’: How Benedict Cumberbatch And His Eric Castmates Felt About The Puppeteers On Set
By Mike Reyes published
Exclusives Netflix's Eric sends Benedict Cumberbatch on a dark journey, but the process of acting against real puppeteers sounds absolutely delightful.
In A Violent Nature’s Writer/Director And I Try To Figure Out Which Gnarly Moment Got The Movie Its Unrated Label
By Mike Reyes published
Exclusives Writer/director Chris Nash doesn't know which scene landed In A Violent Nature's unrated label, but he freely discussed the options with CinemaBlend!
Charlie Hunnam's Latest TV Role Sounds Like A Logical Evolution For Sons Of Anarchy's Jax Teller
By Mike Reyes published
With Sons of Anarchy long behind him, Charlie Hunnam's new TV role is something that will definitely recall memories of his criminal past.
Netflix's Jake Paul Vs. Mike Tyson Match Has Hit A Major Setback, But There’s Good News
By Mike Reyes published
The hotly touted boxing match between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson for Netflix has hit a major setback, but there are still some positives to report.
'Hot Hot Hot':The Mummy's Rachel Weisz Recalls Filming In Like 140-Degree Heat And Trying To Avoid Getting Cranky
By Mike Reyes published
Rachel Weisz's story about shooting The Mummy in 140-degree heat is a relatable throwback to the first movie's whirlwind success.
Will Nicolas Cage Return For National Treasure 3? Here’s What The Director Thinks
By Mike Reyes published
Director Jon Turteltaub addresses the chance that Nicolas Cage might not be present for National Treasure 3.
Daniel Radcliffe Opens Up About Erin Darke Having To Put Up With Him Bursting Into Broadway Song, And It Gives Us Cute Insight Into Their Relationship
By Mike Reyes published
Daniel Radcliffe's gig on stage in Merrily We Roll Along has led to a really sweet story of a very musical home life with partner Erin Darke.
Return To Silent Hill Director Christophe Gans Shared How His Previous Adaptation Influenced His Upcoming Sequel, And As A Fan, I Really Appreciate That
By Mike Reyes published
Christophe Gans showed off some new footage and aspects of Return to Silent Hill that should have fans feeling very thankful.
Does Anyone Else Think Netflix’s Bridgerton Season 3 Split Was A Bad Idea?
By Mike Reyes published
Bridgerton's third season is being released in two parts, and the decision has inspired some criticisms.
Jeremy Renner Is Up For Returning To Mission: Impossible, And I Couldn't Think Of A Better Time To Make It Happen
By Mike Reyes published
With Mission: Impossible 8 still in the works, it feels like the right time to bring back Jeremy Renner, especially since he's up for the gig!