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Scott Mendelson

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Before joining The Wrap, Scott Mendelson got his industry start in 2008 with a self-piloted film blog titled “Mendelson’s Memos.” In 2013, he was recruited to write for Forbes.com where he wrote almost exclusively for nearly a decade.
In that time he published copious in-depth analytical and editorialized entertainment industry articles specializing in (but not exclusively focused upon) theatrical box office.

A well-known industry pundit, Mendelson has appeared on numerous podcasts and been featured as a talking head on NPR, CNN, Fox and BBC.

Resides In:

Moorpark, CA

Education:

BA in Film Theory/Criticism from Wright State University

  • First Reactions to ‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny’ Cite ‘Force Awakens’ Vibes, Redemption for Franchise

    Disney debuted the Harrison Ford sequel in France over a month ahead of its global theatrical release

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 18, 2023 @ 2:16 PM
    Movies
    2:16 PM
    First Reactions to ‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny’ Cite ‘Force Awakens’ Vibes, Redemption for Franchise
  • Harrison Ford Holds Back Tears During Standing Ovation After ‘Indiana Jones 5’ Premiere (Video)

    The actor was presented with a surprise Palme d’Or just before the screening

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 18, 2023 @ 1:36 PM
    Movies
    1:36 PM
    Harrison Ford Holds Back Tears During Standing Ovation After ‘Indiana Jones 5’ Premiere (Video)
  • ‘Deadpool 3’: Brianna Hildebrand and Shioli Kutsuna to Reprise Roles in Ryan Reynolds Marvel Sequel

    The return of Negasonic Teenage Warhead and Yukio means Disney’s MCU is getting another same-sex couple

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 18, 2023 @ 10:31 AM
    Movies
    10:31 AM
    ‘Deadpool 3’: Brianna Hildebrand and Shioli Kutsuna to Reprise Roles in Ryan Reynolds Marvel Sequel
  • ‘Super Mario Bros.’ Soars in Japan as ‘Guardians 3’ Holds Firm at China Box Office | Charts

    ‘John Wick’ became the rare R-rated franchise to top $1 billion worldwide

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 18, 2023 @ 9:00 AM

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    ‘Super Mario Bros.’ Soars in Japan as ‘Guardians 3’ Holds Firm at China Box Office | Charts

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  • ‘Woman King’ Tops First Inclusion List For Achievements in Cinematic Representation

    Dr. L Stacy Smith teamed with USC Annenberg and the Adobe Foundation to find the 100 most inclusive theatrical releases between 2019 and 2022

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 18, 2023 @ 6:00 AM
    Movies
    6:00 AM
    ‘Woman King’ Tops First Inclusion List For Achievements in Cinematic Representation
  • François Ozon’s ‘The Crime is Mine’ Lands at Music Box

    The comedy stars Isabelle Huppert, Rebecca Marder, and Nadia Terezkiewicz

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 17, 2023 @ 10:39 AM
    Movies
    10:39 AM
    François Ozon’s ‘The Crime is Mine’ Lands at Music Box
  • Pedro Almodóvar’s ‘Strange Way of Life’ Debuts to Rave Reactions

    Cannes 2023: The short film, starring Ethan Hawke and Pedro Pascal, is a riff on classic Westerns with a same-sex love story

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 17, 2023 @ 10:19 AM
    Cannes Report
    10:19 AM
    Pedro Almodóvar’s ‘Strange Way of Life’ Debuts to Rave Reactions
  • ‘Indiana Jones’ Is Rolling Onto Disney+

    The first four Harrison Ford films, along with “The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones,” will stream beginning May 31

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 16, 2023 @ 3:56 PM
    Streaming
    3:56 PM
    ‘Indiana Jones’ Is Rolling Onto Disney+
  • Journalist Assaulted by Maïwenn Slams ‘Jeanne du Barry’ Director as ‘Anti-#MeToo’

    The Johnny Depp-starring biopic opened this year’s Cannes Film Festival

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 16, 2023 @ 2:04 PM
    Movies
    2:04 PM
    Journalist Assaulted by Maïwenn Slams ‘Jeanne du Barry’ Director as ‘Anti-#MeToo’
  • ‘Caligula: The Ultimate Cut’ to Debut at Cannes

    A new version of the 1980 drama will skew closer to what the filmmakers and actors intended

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 16, 2023 @ 1:16 PM
    Movies
    1:16 PM
    ‘Caligula: The Ultimate Cut’ to Debut at Cannes
  • Screen Actors Guild Awards Sets 2024 Date

    The 30th annual ceremony will be streamed live on Netflix

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 16, 2023 @ 9:39 AM
    Movies
    9:39 AM
    Screen Actors Guild Awards Sets 2024 Date
  • ‘Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves’ Coming to Paramount+ on May 16

    The Chris Pine and Michelle Rodriguez-starring fantasy comedy couldn’t parlay good reviews and strong buzz into box office glory

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 15, 2023 @ 11:07 AM
    Movies
    11:07 AM
    ‘Dungeons & Dragons: Honor Among Thieves’ Coming to Paramount+ on May 16
  • Film Independent Reveals Date of Next Spirit Awards

    The 39th annual celebration of indie film will be held in Los Angeles

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 15, 2023 @ 10:35 AM
    Movies
    10:35 AM
    Film Independent Reveals Date of Next Spirit Awards
  • Mel Gibson to Direct Mark Wahlberg in Lionsgate’s Actioner ‘Flight Risk’

    The film about a pilot transporting a dangerous criminal for trial is being launched at Cannes

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 12, 2023 @ 2:37 PM
    Movies
    2:37 PM
    Mel Gibson to Direct Mark Wahlberg in Lionsgate’s Actioner ‘Flight Risk’
  • Kathryn Newton, Angus Cloud and Will Catlett Join Radio Silence’s Universal Monster Movie

    The untitled horror thriller will open on April 19, 2024

    By

    Scott Mendelson
    May 12, 2023 @ 2:00 PM
    Movies
    2:00 PM
    Kathryn Newton, Angus Cloud and Will Catlett Join Radio Silence’s Universal Monster Movie
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