65° Partly CloudyNathan John
Cinema Junkie Intern
Nate John is an intern blogger for Cinema Junkie. He received his bachelor's degree in religious studies at SDSU in May 2012 with secondary emphases in journalism and film. While attending SDSU, he worked for KPBS as an audience services representative, radio reading service assistant, newsroom intern, production assistant and administrative assistant. He also served as the news director for SDSU’s campus radio station, KCR College Radio, where he produced and hosted a weekly news and entertainment program.
Nate was born in Iceland, grew up in a military family, and moved eight times before arriving in San Diego at age 14. He has lived in several different areas of the city, from Oceanside to San Ysidro. He is an alumnus of Junipero Serra High School in Tierrasanta. Nate enjoys exploring state parks, hiking, camping, and beer tasting.
Nate is currently pursuing a career in journalism and has several professional goals, including covering Middle Eastern relations, modern religious movements, and hosting television and radio news programs.
Recent Stories
Review: 'The Great Gatsby'
Guest critic Nate John says Hollywood's latest version of "The Great Gatsby" is a spectacle that merits the illustrious title. Catch the classic in theaters May 10.
Review: 'Iron Man 3'
Robert Downey, Jr. returns yet again for "Iron Man 3" (opening May 3 throughout San Diego). Guest critic Nathan John has a review.
Review: 'The Place Beyond The Pines'
'The Place Beyond the Pines" opens April 5. Guest blogger Nate John says, "It's rated R. It's long. I'll save you the time. (Warning: I will spoil things -- for your own good.)"
Review: 'Stoker'
Guest blogger Nathan John says director Park Chan Wook wows with unconventional style in his first American film, "Stoker" (opens March 15). It is not to be missed!
Review: 'Greedy Lying Bastards'
Guest blogger Nathan John says director Craig Rosebraugh pulls no punches as he sheds light on corporate campaigns designed to drown out unfavorable climatology findings. "Greedy Lying Bastards" has been rewarded at international festivals and opens in San Diego March 8.
Review: 'Oz the Great and Powerful'
Guest blogger Nathan John says, welcome to the re-imagined, re-colorized, yet not totally legally, Land of Oz! Follow the grey cement road to Disney's prequel in San Diego theaters March 8. (Warning: I will be spoiling things.)
Review: 'Bless Me, Ultima'
"Bless Me, Ultima" opens in San Diego February 22. It is far too evident that the script was chopped up from the original novel. But the story and themes are timeless.
Review: 'Identity Thief'
Melissa McCarthy is spectacular amid a dull movie attempt by director, Seth Gordon. "Identity Thief" (opening February 8 throughout San Diego) is a mixed bag of a film.
Review: 'Warm Bodies'
"Warm Bodies" is fun for zombie and rom-com enthusiasts alike. Experience the exhumed in theaters starting February 1.
Review: 'Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters'
Guest critic Nathan John says, step into the world of awesome and terrible film fun with "Hansel & Gretel: Witch Hunters" (opens everywhere January 25)
