Anthony Orlando
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Anthony Orlando is a writer/director from Oradell, NJ. He spent four years at Lafayette College, graduating CUM LAUDE with a double major in Film and English, and worked for companies like BuzzFeed, Comic Book Resources, and the Austin Film Festival. Well-versed in everything involving film and TV, Orlando writes that articles typically show him obsessing over A24's latest masterpiece, predicting what Marvel Studios will throw at audiences in their next film, or analyzing every frightening detail in horror movies. When he's not writing for Digital Trends, you can find him watching The Office, playing The Legend of Zelda, or just writing his own stories.
We’ll never see a movie like Jaws ever again. Here’s why
With Jaws celebrating its 50th anniversary, no other horror film has achieved the same kind of blockbuster success.
Like How to Train Your Dragon? Watch these five live-action movies
After watching How to Train Your Dragon, fans should check out thrilling live-action films like E.T. and Avatar.
How to Train Your Dragon review: a thrilling, beautiful fantasy adventure
Director Dean DeBlois delivered a near-perfect live-action remake of How to Train Your Dragon. Check out the rest of our review.
The Life of Chuck review: contains multitudes of joy
Mike Flanagan's film, "The Life of Chuck," has finally hit theaters, presenting a beautiful celebration of life with profound themes, a heartfelt story, and an ensemble of incredible performances.
Did Avengers: Endgame ruin the MCU for good?
While it seems like the Marvel Cinematic Universe is ready for a comeback with Avengers: Doomsday, it seems Endgame has become a downward turning point for the MCU.
The Last of Us is over. Here are 5 more movies and TV shows to watch based on video games
Now that The Last of Us season 2 has ended, here are five other video game adaptations that fans should watch on film and TV.
Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning review: A mind-boggling, soul-stirring finale
Mission: Impossible — The Final Reckoning is a sendoff to Ethan Hunt with mind-boggling stunts, a soul-stirring story, and heart-wrenching performances.
Superman: Everything we know about James Gunn’s DCU film so far
For those excited to learn more about James Gunn and DC Studios' upcoming Superman film, here's a breakdown of everything that's been revealed about it so far.
Thunderbolts*’ ending, explained
Marvel Studios' latest superhero film, Thunderbolts*, is finally out, and its ending has huge ramifications for the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Thunderbolts* review: A dark but uplifting superhero blockbuster
Marvel Studios' Thunderbolts* shines amongst many other superhero films with its dark, emotional story, outstanding performances, and compelling characters.
Until Dawn’s ending, explained
Sony and director David F. Sandberg's Until Dawn film reimagines a classic horror video game into a time loop story with several lingering mysteries.
10 most anticipated summer movies of 2025
Summer is almost here, and Hollywood is ready to roll out big films like "Superman" and "The Fantastic Four: First Steps."
All the Spider-Man movies in order
Since Spider-Man has had many solo films made, here's a chronological list of all his cinematic adventures, from 1977's Spider-Man to Across the Spider-Verse.
Sinners’s ending, explained
Ryan Coogler's epic horror movie, Sinners, presents a unique and layered vision of vampire horror with a powerful and poignant ending.
Sinners review: a fiendishly fantastic horror masterpiece
Ryan Coogler's Sinners is a horror masterpiece with spectacular writing, characters, performances, visuals, and music.
4 reasons to watch The Studio on Apple TV+
The Studio is now one of the most talked-about shows on Apple TV+, as it presents a hilarious, timely satire of Hollywood that diehard cinephiles will enjoy.
10 films that deserve an Oscar for Best Stunt Design
The Oscars have finally added a category for Best Stunt Design, and films like "The Fall Guy" and "Ben-Hur" would have definitely won the award.
The Odyssey: everything we know about Christopher Nolan’s next film so far
Director Christopher Nolan's The Odyssey, is gearing up to be his biggest blockbuster yet, as there are many exciting facts and rumors about this epic film.
Spider-Man: Brand New Day: everything we know about the MCU film so far
"Spider-Man: Brand New Day" is aiming to be one of the biggest films of 2026, and there are many exciting facts and rumors about this superhero blockbuster.
Stranger Things Season 5: everything we know so far
Here's what we know about the upcoming fifth and final season of Netflix's hit series Stranger Things.
10 best moments from Severance season 2
After a spectacular first season, Severance managed to top itself with these ten mind-blowing moments from its second season on Apple TV+.
The Studio episode 1 review: A hysterical satire of modern Hollywood
Apple TV+ seems to have another hit with Seth Rogen and Evan Goldberg's show, "The Studio," with the first episode setting up a hilarious and cinematic satire.
7 best moments from Novocaine
"Novocaine" is already one of the best action and comedy movies of 2025, presenting many memorable moments filled with humor, violence, and emotion.
8 predictions for Severance season 3
The season 2 finale of Apple TV+'s Severance answered and raised so many questions, and upcoming third season can go in several different ways.
Novocaine review: A hilarious and heartful thrill-ride
Jack Quaid and Amber Midthunder bring a new action movie classic to life in "Novocaine," a hilarious and thrilling film filled with heart and clever action.
Severance season 2 finale, explained
Apple TV+'s Severance has delivered another gripping finale, presenting several twists that has left season 2 on a high note and viewers' jaws on the floor.
The Electric State review: a bold but underwhelming blockbuster
Netflix's "The Electric State" is a sci-fi spectacle that fails to light a spark with its lackluster performances, one-dimension characters, and clunky script.
How will Spider-Man 4 reinvent The MCU’s webslinger?
With Spider-Man 4 now in production, one can only wonder how Marvel's sequel film to No Way Home will change the webslinger and his place in the MCU.
DCU: every movie and TV show confirmed so far
DC is set to make a comeback with the films and TV shows in its new DC Universe, featuring icons like Superman and more underrated characters like Booster Gold.
Mickey 17 ending, explained
Bong Joon-ho's sci-fi comedy film Mickey 17 has come, presenting a thoughtful story that hints at humanity's dark future and Bong's future with the franchise.
Mickey 17 review: A wild, witty space odyssey
Film director Bong Joon-ho has made a spectacular return with Mickey 17 thanks to its dark, satirical story, social commentary, and incredible performances.
7 best drama TV shows of the 2020s so far, ranked
Audiences continue to live in the Golden Age of Television, and drama series like Severance and Succession remain some of the best shows of the 2020s so far.
7 best Black superhero movies, ranked
While superhero movies have dominated theaters for years, there are several movies led by Black heroes that deserve a watch.
Captain America: Brave New World’s ending, explained
Captain America: Brave New World has premiered in theaters, bringing massive changes to the Marvel Cinematic Universe with its story and ending.