Brian Davids

Since 2018, Brian Davids has conducted over 700 interviews for The Hollywood Reporter, writing primarily out of THR's genre vertical, Heat Vision. Prior to THR, Davids owned and operated his own marketing company for a decade. After his time at THR, he continues to write about the film industry with a focus on genre content. His work has appeared in various publications and he has developed a strong following among fans of genre cinema.

Biography:  https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/author/brian-davids/

47%

The overall score is a weighted number that takes into account conflict of interest, bias, deception and other practices that undermines the credibility of the source. It is calculated as:
Analysis.OverallConflictOfInterestScore * 0.3F + Analysis.OverallBiasScore * 0.3F + Analysis.DeceptivenessScore * 0.3F + Analysis.ReadabilityScore * 0.1F

A score that takes into consideration the content for flow, interruptions with ads, and overt search engine optimization techniques that makes the content hard to understand

The Daily's Verdict

This author has a poor reputation for journalistic standards and is not considered a reliable news source.

Bias

80%

Examples:

  • The author has a strong focus on genre content, particularly in their interviews with actors and creators in the Hollywood Reporter's Heat Vision vertical.
  • There is a slight emphasis on positive coverage of projects and interviews.

Conflicts of Interest

0%

Examples:

  • There is no evidence of conflicts of interest in the author's reporting.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • However, these contradictions do not significantly impact the overall understanding of the films or interviews.
  • The author has reported contradictory information in multiple articles, such as details about the settings or roles within films.

Deceptions

50%

Examples:

  • However, this does not significantly impact the overall understanding of the films or interviews.
  • The author occasionally uses sensationalist language to describe films and their content.

Recent Articles

The Chicago Outlaws Motorcycle Club: A Fascinating History Documented in 'The Bikeriders'

The Chicago Outlaws Motorcycle Club: A Fascinating History Documented in 'The Bikeriders'

Broke On: Tuesday, 18 June 2024 The Chicago Outlaws Motorcycle Club, founded in 1935 and known for their rebellious nature, inspired the film 'The Bikeriders' starring Austin Butler and Tom Hardy. Documented by photographer Danny Lyon since 1965, the club gained notoriety through Lyon's acclaimed photobook and ongoing feuds with rivals like the Hells Angels.
Exploring the Decentralized Jedi Order in Star Wars: The Acolyte

Exploring the Decentralized Jedi Order in Star Wars: The Acolyte

Broke On: Tuesday, 04 June 2024 The Acolyte introduces a new era of the Jedi Order in Star Wars with decentralized outposts, civilians within the temple, and emotionally engaged Jedi operating a fleet. This fresh perspective on the iconic organization is set in the High Republic era and offers an engaging departure from the prequels.
New Horror Films: Tarot's Deadly Tarot Cards and Tangled's Potential Avantika Vandanapu

New Horror Films: Tarot's Deadly Tarot Cards and Tangled's Potential Avantika Vandanapu

Broke On: Friday, 03 May 2024 Two new films, Tarot and a remake of Tangled, are making waves in theaters this week. Tarot, directed by Spenser Cohen and Anna Halberg, is a supernatural horror about a cursed tarot deck that brings deadly consequences to life based on each character's astrological sign. Tangled's remake features potential casting of Indian American actress Avantika Vandanapu as Rapunzel, sparking discussions on cultural representation.
Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire - A Monsterverse Masterpiece Releases with Advance Ticket Sales Leading the Way

Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire - A Monsterverse Masterpiece Releases with Advance Ticket Sales Leading the Way

Broke On: Wednesday, 27 March 2024 Godzilla and Kong team up again to face Scar King, a kaiju leader from the Hollow Earth. The film is co-produced by Legendary and Warner Bros., with Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire expected to gross $135M worldwide.
Alien: Romulus - A New Chapter in the Classic Science Fiction Franchise Directed by Fede Alvarez

Alien: Romulus - A New Chapter in the Classic Science Fiction Franchise Directed by Fede Alvarez

Broke On: Tuesday, 19 March 2024 Alien: Romulus is the latest addition to the popular science fiction franchise. Directed by Fede Alvarez, this new installment takes place between the original film and its sequel.

Whimsical Journey into Willy Wonka's Origins in 'Wonka' Prequel

Broke On: Friday, 08 December 2023 The film 'Wonka' is a prequel to Roald Dahl's 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory', directed by Paul King and co-written by King and Simon Farnaby. Timothée Chalamet portrays a young Willy Wonka, delivering a performance praised for its elfin innocence, boyish charm, and surprising singing and dancing talent. The film is a musical, featuring original songs by Neil Hannon and a score by Joby Talbot, with colorful and inventive musical numbers. The narrative explores themes of kindness, tenacity, and the triumph of good over evil, and includes a rewritten and repackaged Oompa-Loompa, played by Hugh Grant.