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
Jackie Chan And Ralph Macchio's New Karate Kid Movie Has Recruited A Mandalorian Star And More, And This Cast Is Getting Seriously Stacked
By Mike Reyes published
As Jackie Chan and Ralph Macchio's big Karate Kid legacy-quel marches on, a handful of new actors have the project shining even brighter.
Anne Hathaway And Nicholas Galitzine Continue The Rom-Com Trend With Amazon's The Idea Of You Trailer
By Mike Reyes published
The Idea of You trailer has Anne Hathaway and Nicholas Galitzine falling for each other, and audiences just might do the same.
There's Already A Tron: Ares Easter Egg That Connects To Deeper Franchise Lore
By Mike Reyes published
Tron: Ares might be debuting in 2025, but it's not too early to start fans up with a deep lore Easter egg, right?
How To Train Your Dragon: An Updated Cast List For The Live-Action Remake, Including Gerard Butler And Nick Frost
By Mike Reyes last updated
Here's where to keep up with the ever growing cast of Universal and DreamWorks' epic How To Train Your Dragon remake!
The Tron Franchise Timeline Explained
By Mike Reyes last updated
Behold, the running story of the Tron franchise timeline, from start to end of line.
Zac Efron Was Asked About The Biggest Lie He Ever Told, And I Wouldn't Have Guessed It Involved 'S--t Everywhere'
By Mike Reyes published
While promoting Ricky Stanicky's upcoming release, Zac Efron admitted to the biggest lie he ever told involving a lot of monkey...waste.
DreamWorks' The Wild Robot Trailer Already Has Me Tearing Up Over A Gosling, And I'm Ok With That
By Mike Reyes published
DreamWorks Animation's first trailer for The Wild Robot is as beautiful as it is emotional.
Mark Hamill Responded To A Viral Star Wars Joke, And LOL
By Mike Reyes published
One of Star Wars' most tragic moments became a viral joke, and who better than Mark Hamill to get in on the fun?
'When It's Your Movie You Get To Pick Who You Hang Out With': Kevin Costner Shares Sweet Post After Revealing His Kid Is In His New Horizon Western
By Mike Reyes published
While the first trailer for Horizon: An American Saga has everyone talking, Kevin Costner has revealed that his son is in the movie.
Millie Bobby Brown’s New Netflix Movie Premiered, And She Used The Opp To Take A Photo With Jake And The Whole Bon Jovi Family
By Mike Reyes published
Millie Bobby Brown was spotted not only with fiance Jake Bongiovi, but also his parents, at the premiere of Damsel.
The Story Behind How The Jurassic Park Cast And Crew Survived A Massive Hurricane While Filming
By Mike Reyes published
During the production of Jurassic Park, a massive hurricane descended upon Steven Spielberg's cast and crew.
Superman’s Rachel Brosnahan Shares Cute BTS Video, Including More Of Nicholas Hoult’s Bald Lex Luthor Head
By Mike Reyes published
Superman's cast got together for an adorable clip shared by Rachel Brosnahan, and Nicholas Hoult's sharp bald look makes a striking appearance!
Tilda Swinton Reacts To Constantine 2 News, Reveals If She’ll Be In The Keanu Reeves Sequel
By Mike Reyes published
Tilda Swinton has not only addressed whether she'll be in Constantine 2, she's also provided an interesting rumor for Gabriel's future.
Looney Tunes Actor Eric Bauza Shares What He's 'Afraid Is Going To Happen' If Coyote Vs. Acme Is Cancelled, And I Don't Blame Him
By Mike Reyes published
The fight's still on for Coyote vs. Acme, but vocal Looney Tunes vet Eric Bauza has a fantastic outlook for either scenario.
I'm Stoked About DreamWorks Land Opening At Universal Orlando, But Can Someone Please Explain To Me What A 'Shrekzel' Is?
By Mike Reyes published
Universal Studios Florida's DreamWorks Land has named a mysterious new Shrek snack, and I need to know more.
Mark Wahlberg Goes Shirtless For 4AM Workout, And He’s Looking Swole AF
By Mike Reyes published
Mark Wahlberg has shared a shirtless workout video from a recent 4 AM gym visit, and the dude looks like a beast.
’There Was A Lot Of Talk About Us Doing That Scene’: Hayden Christensen Recalls That Infamous Youngling Murder Scene, And Apologizing To The Child Actors
By Mike Reyes published
Hayden Christensen recently reflected on THAT Star Wars scene, and the story is funnier than you'd think.
A Thanksgiving Horror Movie Is Trending On Netflix, And Yes, It's Odd Timing, But Totally Worth Checking Out
By Mike Reyes published
February might not be the most Thanksgiving friendly month on the calendar, but Netflix has given us all a very bloody reason to be thankful.
Tron 3: An Updated Cast List For Ares, Including Jared Leto And Evan Peters
By Mike Reyes last updated
Tron 3 is on the way, and this talented cast of actors led by Jared Leto and Evan Peters are taking their places in this long-awaited follow-up.
Let's Talk About That Rumored Jurassic World 4 Title, And Why It's Probably Going To Change
By Mike Reyes published
A new Jurassic World 4 rumor has suggested a title that seems, without question, destined to be replaced.
Jared Leto Drops First Look At Tron 3, And There's One Big Detail I Need To Talk About
By Mike Reyes published
If you're ready for Tron 3 to become a little more real, then check out the first image Jared Leto has just revealed to the world.
As A Huge Jurassic Park Fan, There's Been One Burning Question That's Been Nagging At Me. How A New Story Could Answer It
By Mike Reyes published
Jurassic Park lore still has a bit of a burning question hanging around, and a new story might help tie the past and present together all the better.
Wonka’s Director Tells Us The Highlight Of The Movie For Him, And It Involves An Angry Hugh Grant
By Mike Reyes published
Exclusives Wonka director Paul King shared one of his favorite moments of filming, in which Hugh Grant delivered choice moments of disgruntled joy.
Christopher Nolan Was Working Cillian Murphy Super Hard On Oppenheimer. The Sweet Way Robert Downey Jr. Advocated For Him
By Mike Reyes published
Robert Downey Jr. took time during the Oppenheimer shoot to make sure Cillian Murphy's exhausting work was recognized, according to Christopher Nolan.