Steven graduated Cum Laude from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Mass Communications, focusing on film studies, journalism and theatre arts. Dubbed a "prolific" writer by Hollywood icon Kenneth Johnson (The Incredible Hulk, V, The Bionic Woman, Alien Nation), Steven has been honored by the Arkansas College Media Association for his story writing prowess. He has also received recognition for his dramatic writing from the Eerie, Shriekfest and Screamfest horror film festivals. Publications include: Carroll County News, Saline Courier, Forum, Echo and Moroch.

CINEMA CRUX: 'Winchester'

Posted Friday, February 2, 2018, at 1:29 AM

Cinema Crux is your rapid review of today's hottest films. It quickly allows you to decide where to spend your hard-earned dollars at the box office without having to listen to some pseudo movie critic spew out their own drawn out agendas.

Based on the true-life events surrounding arguably the most haunted house in America, Winchester - Movie sadly succumbs to a subpar script devoid of significant scares. Winchester isn't revolting, as it balances precariously on the proverbial fence, but the film is not worth wasting money on at the end of the day. The movie is essentially a stale bagel. It is ostensibly delicious-looking, but in actuality it is far too tough to consume. Unfortunately, Academy Award winner Helen Mirren can't save Winchester. Verdict: beautiful to behold (cinematography and art direction), but laden with cringe-worthy storytelling. If you have a MoviePass go for it, but don't waste cash or Sinemia tickets on this one.

CINEMA CRUX: 'Winchester'

Recommendation: sNuB