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Joshua Ryan

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Biography:

Joshua Ryan is the editor of FandomWire's film and television department. He is an active member of the Critics Choice Association and a founding member of the Critics Association of Central Florida. His love for film stems from watching Alfred Htichcock movies at a young age.

Reviews

Movies TV Shows
Return to Silent Hill (2026) 18% 5/10 EDIT “The successful recreation of a nightmare is impressive, but the hurdle is turning that nightmare into something that captivates audiences. When discussing a dream, it’s often the storyteller who’s enjoying themselves more than the listener.” – FandomWire Jan 21, 2026 Full Review The Rip (2026) 80% 5/10 EDIT “Outside of the issues with pacing, the nonsensical decisions, and a few exhausting exposition dumps, The Rip is a solid enough psychological thriller that manages to craft a few moments of genuine tension.” – FandomWire Jan 16, 2026 Full Review Birth (2004) 42% 9/10 EDIT “Glazer’s commitment to exploring the most uncomfortable aspects of this heart-wrenching story makes the impact of Birth unforgettable.” – FandomWire Jan 14, 2026 Full Review Dogma (1999) 72% 7/10 EDIT “Boasting an impressive cast of A-list actors and respected performers, Kevin Smith’s cult classic Dogma is a strange, juvenile, and surprisingly intelligent spoof of the Catholic religion.” – FandomWire Dec 13, 2025 Full Review Dust Bunny (2025) 85% 7/10 EDIT “With a fantastic cast, gorgeous set design, and a compelling story, it’s an inventive and imaginative take on the hitman-for-hire genre, setting its violent story within the realm of a darkly gothic fairytale.” – FandomWire Dec 12, 2025 Full Review Eternity (2025) 77% EDIT “The onscreen chemistry, especially between Miles Teller and Elizabeth Olsen, is electric, and although I was fairly certain how the story would end, the journey to get there was filled with emotion, laughter, and heart.” – The Cosmic Circus Nov 26, 2025 Full Review The Running Man (2025) 62% 7/10 EDIT “The performances do much of the heavy lifting, keeping the energy high in a surprisingly tame script. The movie is never bad; it just lacks the spark and uniqueness expected from an Edgar Wright film.” – FandomWire Nov 17, 2025 Full Review Die My Love (2025) 74% 5/10 EDIT “The film's failings largely lie in its surface-level script, which fails to explore the cracks in the foundation of a failing marriage and chooses instead to focus on its fallout.” – FandomWire Nov 7, 2025 Full Review The Hand That Rocks The Cradle (2025) 42% 5/10 EDIT “The story is simple, perfectly suited for a modern adaptation. Unfortunately, Michelle Garza Cervera’s version lacks the shocking nature of the original and feels overly generic.” – Sunshine State Cineplex Oct 23, 2025 Full Review Deep Crimson (1996) 91% 8/10 EDIT “Deep Crimson is darkly comedic, surprisingly violent, and shockingly enjoyable.” – FandomWire Oct 20, 2025 Full Review Beast of War (2025) 89% 5/10 EDIT “The creature design is impressive, and the shark is a genuinely terrifying piece of practical effects work. But there is a lack of menace and peril in its stalking of the stranded soldiers.” – Sunshine State Cineplex Oct 14, 2025 Full Review A History of Violence (2005) 88% 9/10 EDIT “It’s darkly comedic, brutally violent, and strangely orchestrated in the way that only Cronenberg can manage.” – FandomWire Oct 10, 2025 Full Review The Perfect Neighbor (2025) 99% 9/10 EDIT “The Perfect Neighbor is the most effective documentary of the year, largely due to its raw and unflinching depiction of a heinous crime.” – FandomWire Oct 10, 2025 Full Review Coyotes (2025) 59% 6/10 EDIT “Coyotes is a mixture of gore, silliness, and talented actors turning in intentionally cheesy performances. Bosworth is the only one treating the material with an ounce of sincerity...” – FandomWire Sep 30, 2025 Full Review Bone Lake (2024) 84% 7/10 EDIT “Bone Lake is a solid swing at the erotic horror genre, daring to dip its toes in the world of exploitation, but failing to fully dive in. Still, despite its hesitation, the film finds its footing and maintains a rapid pace.” – FandomWire Sep 30, 2025 Full Review Good Boy (2025) 90% 8/10 EDIT “The film lives or dies on Indy’s ability to convey true emotion, and Leonberg’s ability to direct and capture it. Luckily, both excel at their respective jobs. I would die to protect Indy.” – FandomWire Sep 29, 2025 Full Review Plainclothes (2025) 83% 7/10 EDIT “The relationship between Lucas and Andrew feels effectively raw, largely thanks to the performances from Blyth and Tovey.” – FandomWire Sep 18, 2025 Full Review Predators (2025) 97% 8/10 EDIT “... a fascinating, compelling, and thought-provoking experience.” – FandomWire Sep 15, 2025 Full Review Fires on the Plain (1959) 100% 9/10 EDIT “Few films have so effectively captured the limitless bounds of the human spirit when facing such harrowing circumstances.” – FandomWire Sep 8, 2025 Full Review City on Fire (1987) 89% 8/10 EDIT “Its influence on the action genre is undeniable, and its gritty tone and attention to detail have acted as a roadmap for filmmakers for decades.” – FandomWire Sep 4, 2025 Full Review The Toxic Avenger (2023) 87% 9/10 EDIT “... audiences better be ready, because it's one hell of a goofy, grotesque, and gore-spattered ride.” – FandomWire Aug 27, 2025 Full Review Dongji Rescue (2025) 82% 9/10 EDIT “... the increasing brutality works to build tension. Like a noose slowly tightening around the neck, Dongji Rescue raises the stakes while crafting an endlessly compelling epic of survival and hope set against a gorgeous seaside backdrop.” – Sunshine State Cineplex Aug 22, 2025 Full Review Americana (2025) 63% 7/10 EDIT “Writer and director Tony Tost weaves an engaging thriller, perfectly blending the melancholy mundaneness of the Midwest with the bloodshed of the criminal underworld.” – FandomWire Aug 15, 2025 Full Review Happy Gilmore 2 (2025) 62% 7/10 EDIT “Despite its overreliance on references and flashbacks, Happy Gilmore 2 is among Sandler's best comedic deliveries and is one of the funniest movies of the year.” – FandomWire Jul 25, 2025 Full Review Kung Fu Rookie (2024) 7/10 EDIT “The cast and crew are clearly enjoying themselves and that enjoyment is infectious.” – Movies We Texted About Jul 19, 2025 Full Review
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