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Ben Wasserman

Freelance Writer

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About Ben Wasserman

Ben Wasserman is a graduate of NYU's M.A. Cinema Studies Program and currently writes movie reviews for Film-Forward alongside CBR. Ben loves all things film, television, gaming, and comic-related, especially when it comes to Marvel. You can reach out to Ben on his Twitter page: https://twitter.com/WassermanReview

Author Details

Ben is a full-time film lover who studied Screen Studies at Clark University before pursuing his Masters in Cinema Studies at NYU. He will never turn down a fun time at the movie theater, ever. He also loves cooking, cosplaying, and attending conventions.

Industry Focus

Ben has worked as a news writer for CBR's movie/TV team since 2020. Additionally, he writes occasional feature articles and movie and TV reviews for hit projects like Oppenheimer, Ahsoka, and Percy Jackson and the Olympians.

Favorite Media

Ben loves anything Marvel Studios and Star Wars-related and is currently obsessed with Lucasfilm's High Republic initiative. He's also an avid reader and longtime fan of the Percy Jackson books since 2007. Regarding comic books, Ben will buy anything with Spider-Man or Kamala Khan's Ms. Marvel in it. 

Latest Articles

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Shaun of the Dead Director and Star Reveal the Zombie Comedy Movie's Origins

The Shaun of the Dead director and cast discuss their zombie film's legacy and how a prior collaboration lit the spark for Edgar Wright's story.

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Westworld's Thandiwe Newton Joins Steve Buscemi in Wednesday Season 2

Actor Thandiwe Newton has been cast as in Wednesday's upcoming second season following the recent addition of Steve Buscemi.

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Superman's Isabela Merced Would Be 'Honored' to Only Be Known as Hawkgirl

Actor Isabela Merced reveals what she loves about James Gunn's Superman directing style and why she "would be honored" to be the face of Hawkgirl.

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The Acolyte Showrunner Teases Star Wars Throwbacks

Leslye Headland discusses her eagerness to include allusions to canon Star Wars and the Expanded Universe in The Acolyte's High Republic-era world.

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John Travolta Reveals What Made Quentin Tarantino Cast Him in Pulp Fiction

During Pulp Fiction's 30th anniversary reunion, John Travolta discloses the odd story of how he met and left an impression on Quentin Tarantino.

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The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare Review: More Pulp Adventure than History Lesson

Guy Ritchie's The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare doesn't reinvent the war film, but it certainly delivers on having its badass cast kill Nazis.

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Abigail Review: A Fun, if Not Familiar, Heist Turned Gory Vampire Film

A devoted cast and good blend of horror and camp keeps Abigail entertaining, even if it occasionally feels like it's biting off more than it can chew.

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'I'm Never Gonna Get It': Ncuti Gatwa Recalls Surprise Over Doctor Who Casting

Doctor Who star Ncuti Gatwa discusses his initial audition process for the Doctor and when he finally made the decision to accept the Time Lord role.

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Loki Star Sophia Di Martino Wants Sylvie to Meet a Popular Avenger

Sophia Di Martino admits she's "open to more" Sylvie stories post-Loki, pitching a team-up between her and one of the Avengers.

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Dune: Part Two BTS Video Reveals How Sandworms Are Brought to Life

A look at the making of Dune: Part Two reveals the effects and props utilized to adapt Arakkis' giant sandworms and make the riding scenes believable.

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The Last of Us Wins Major Category at the Writers Guild Awards

The Last of Us earns two award nominations and one win at the recent Writers Guild Awards, joining other TV winners such as Succession and Beef.

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The Acolyte Star Cites the Prequels' Darth Maul Duel as an Action Scene Influence

Dafne Keen praises the iconic Phantom Menace double-bladed lightsaber duel and reveals how much The Acolyte's fights strove to emulate its techniques.

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Deadpool & Wolverine Director Got 'Goosebumps' Seeing Ryan Reynolds & Hugh Jackman in Costume

Deadpool & Wolverine director Shawn Levy reveals his initial reaction to Hugh Jackman and Ryan Reynolds' Marvel outfits and why they're both icons.

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'The American James Bond': Alan Ritchson Compares Reacher to 007

Alan Ritchson dubs Reacher's protagonist "the American James Bond" and explains why his lack of self-awareness makes Jack Reacher a refreshing hero.

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'Hopefully We Find a New Home': Jack Quaid Reacts to Star Trek: Lower Decks Ending at Paramount+

Star Trek: Lower Decks' Jack Quaid laments the show ending while deeming himself "unbelievably grateful" for the chance to star in this world.

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Star Wars: The High Republic Offers First Look

Two new Star Wars: The High Republic books, Tears of the Nameless and Beware the Nameless, tease the Jedi facing this era's deadly Jedi killers.

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Keanu Reeves' Ballerina Cameo as John Wick Revealed at CinemaCon Screening

Ballerina footage screened at CinemaCon reveals Ana de Armas' interactions with Keanu Reeves, Norman Reedus, and more.

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Star Wars: The Acolyte Showrunner Teases Changes to Vernestra Rwoh

Leslye Headland and Rebecca Henderson describe The Acolyte's Vernestra Rwoh as a character who has "been through some shit" since her debut.

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Invincible Star Comments on Season 2's Surprise Multiverse Cameos

Steven Yeun talks about Invincible's season finale, meeting a certain hero, and why he loves working with Robert Kirkman on his comic book adaptation.

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Andor Writer Tapped to Co-Write Star Wars: Dawn of the Jedi Prequel

Andor writer Beau Willimon joins James Mangold to write Dawn of the Jedi, which will explore the genesis of the Star Wars' Jedi Order itself.

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