Brian Kirchgessner
Contributing since June, 2023
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Author Details
Brian Kirchgessner is a writer based in Tempe, AZ. Graduating from Arizona State University with a bachelor's degree in Film and Media Production, he worked as a freelance film editor before transitioning into film journalism as a result of his lifelong love of watching and writing about movies.
Industry Focus
Brian Kirchgessner is a writer at Movieweb, having worked for the site since 2023, primarily working on the features team. He has always had an interest in looking at popular films through an analytical perspective and examining why current trends resonate with audiences, and how film history informs said current trends.
Favorite Media
Brian's favorite movie of all time is 2001: A Space Odyssey. Other favorites include Apocalypse Now, The Dark Knight, Blade Runner, GoodFellas, Her, Magnolia, The Empire Strikes Back, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and Toy Story.
He's primarily a fan of speculative or philosophical science fiction and psychological thrillers, but he loves a good animated movie or superhero flick every now and then.
Latest Articles
This Underrated Hayao Miyazaki Movie Pairs Perfectly With Oppenheimer
Oppenheimer perfectly compliments and contrasts with Hayao Miyazaki's The Wind Rises, making for an interesting double feature.
Elf: Does the Modern Christmas Classic Hold Up 20 Years Later?
Buddy the Elf has been with us for two decades now. Does his film hold up?
The Boy and the Heron: What Happens to Mahito in the End of Studio Ghibli's Mysterious Movie?
The Boy and the Heron is finally in US theaters, and Miyazaki's film has some important messages within it.
After 15 Years, Has Twilight Completely Changed Its Reception?
Twilight, the vampire romance series, has become outright nostalgic. Was it really as bad as people made it out to be?
Fans of Hayao Miyazaki Should Check Out His Underrated 1992 Gem
We all know and love Hayao Miyazaki's movies, but Porco Rosso is often overlooked.
Godzilla Minus One Ending, Explained
Let's break down the ending and ultimate meaning of the giant lizard's newest film, Godzilla Minus One.
If the Young Avengers Come to the MCU, Here's Who Should Direct
Are you there, God? It's us, the Young Avengers.
Why Fantastic Mr. Fox Is the Perfect Thanksgiving Movie
Wes Anderson's stop-motion classic has all the makings of a seasonal classic.
Why the (Short-Lived) Cancelation of Coyote vs. Acme Is Bad for the Film Industry
Coyote vs. Acme may live again, but the repercussions of its brief cancelation continue a worrying precedent.
Why Did The Hunger Games Disappear From Popular Culture?
A decade ago, The Hunger Games was inescapable. Why did it become a relic, and can it return to form?
How Could The Legend of Zelda Translate to Film?
Nintendo's crown jewel is finally coming to the big screen. How could they make it work as a movie?
The MCU's Biggest Strength Has Become Its Biggest Weakness, How Can They Fix It?
Shared universes might finally be starting to become a liability. What's the new way forward?
Fans of Sofia Coppola Should Check Out Her Underrated Debut
As you prepare for Priscilla, now is the perfect time to revisit one of Sofia Coppola's best movies.
Malignant: Why You Should Revisit This Horror Movie on Halloween
James Wan's divisive supernatural horror flick is actually much better than you remember.
Killers of the Flower Moon: How Martin Scorsese Did One Thing Different From His Past Movies
Scorsese's latest movie arguably follows in the Goodfellas and Casino mold, but it actually couldn't be more different.
Every Movie Leaving Max in November 2023
This is your last chance to check out these classics before they depart Max.
Killers of the Flower Moon Ending, Explained
We break down the devastating ending of Scorsese's newest masterwork.
Everyone Is Wrong About Martin Scorsese's Prime and Here's Why
Over 50 years into his career, one of our greatest filmmakers only seems to be getting better.
Is The Nightmare Before Christmas Worth Watching in 2023?
It's been exactly 30 years since The Nightmare Before Christmas Released. Is the once cult classic now an outright classic?
How Our Flag Means Death Season 2 Shares a Connection With Avatar: The Way of Water
We might have James Cameron to thank for the now iconic mermaid moment.