Expertise
Book-to-Screen Adaptations, HBO Dramas, Saturday Night Live
- As a member of the /Film news team, Michael helps cover live events like the Emmys, the Oscars, and late-night TV.
- He has interviewed screenwriters and actors such as Elegance Bratton, Sarah Chalke, and Gabrielle Union.
- If a movie or show is based on a book, Michael has probably already read the book.
Experience
Before landing at /Film, Michael started his career writing for various entertainment outlets about shows like "Saturday Night Live," "Euphoria," and "Rick and Morty.". He spends most of his time on /Film passionately defending controversial TV finales and arguing that certain sequel films have been maligned unfairly. His features have been published by outlets like New York Magazine, Slate, and The Daily Beast.
Education
Michael has a bachelor's degree in English from SUNY Binghamton.
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