Matt Trzcinski’s career in journalism began in high school when he started writing for local newspapers. He’s been a film critic since 2012 and joined the Showbiz Cheat Sheet team in 2019 where he specializes in classic rock and pop music. He loves the larger-than-life personalities in both genres, which provide ample fodder in books and interviews for behind-the-scenes information our readers want to know. Matt has expertise in acts such as The Beatles and The Monkees.
Matt is a Tufts University graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Film and Media Studies. In his free time, he participates in the Boston Horror Society, a group devoted to horror films. He also enjoys reading the work of critics including Roger Ebert and Chuck Klosterman and authors J.D. Salinger, Edgar Allen Poe, and Franz Kafka. See more of Matt’s work on Screen Rant, Cinema Axis, Taste of Cinema, American Songwriter, and his Muck Rack profile.
Disney's remake of 'Snow White' has garnered plenty of attention, but one song has left many fans scratching their heads. Intended to be an emotional ballad, this track falls short.
Helen Mirren speaks her mind, and her comments on the James Bond films are no exception. The Oscar-winning actress recently called out the iconic franchise for its portrayal of women
When Sean Kingston released his song "Beat It," he faced an uphill battle. The title of the track, so closely tied to Michael Jackson, was always going to bring comparisons.
Helen Mirren's recent comments about the James Bond franchise hit the nail on the head. She pointed out that the series of spy movies have been undeniably sexist.
Sean Kingston’s "Beautiful Girls" became an anthem of its time. It’s hard not to notice how much it relies on Ben E. King’s iconic 1961 classic, "Stand by Me."
'Death of a Unicorn' is a strange mix of comedy, monster movie, and social satire. The film misses the mark by becoming hypocritical in its portrayal of wealth and charity.
Disney has made a name for itself with live-action remakes. Among the most praised remakes is 'Cinderella' (2015), which is superior to the 2025 'Snow White' remake.
‘Death of a Unicorn’ attempts to blend comedy, monster movie thrills, and family-friendly elements, but the result is a tonal mess. The fails to juggle multiple genres.
'Princess Mononoke' Is one of the most powerful animated movies ever made. Even as other Studio Ghibli films garnered their own acclaim, 'Princess Mononoke' remains the studio's crowning achievement.
Disney's live-action remake of 'Snow White', released in 2025, was highly anticipated. However, the remake falls short in many areas, failing to capture the magic of the original film.
The new TV show 'House of David' has sparked some buzz for its bold approach to storytelling. However, compared another show with similar themes, 'House of David' falls short.
'Princess Mononoke' and Disney’s 'Pocahontas' explore similar themes of nature, conflict, and human impact on the environment. However, 'Princess Mononoke' offers a deeper, more complex look at these issues.
Nintendo recently shocked fans by announcing a live-action movie based on 'The Legend of Zelda'. This raises significant concerns both artistically and financially.
The trailer for 'Final Destination: Bloodlines' is a runaway success. In just 24 hours, the trailer for 'Bloodlines' racked up many millions of views worldwide.