Essays

The Worst Dads in Cinema History

Sometimes a good story needs a bad dad. Happy Father's Day!

Jun 15, 2025 • Jack Blitz

2025 Blitz's Backlot Awards

The only awards that actually matter.

Feb 17, 2025 • Jack Blitz

Meaningful Quotes From My Favorite Movies and TV Shows

If pictures are worth a thousand words, your list of favorite movies and tv shows are worth ten thousand.

Oct 31, 2024 • Jack Blitz

The Acolyte: A Revealing Look at the State of the Star Wars Fandom Today

We had The Phantom Menace, The Last Jedi, and now The Acolyte.

Jul 17, 2024 • Jack Blitz

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