Nick Schager

Nick Schager is an Entertainment Critic for The Daily Beast, covering everything great (and not-so-great) in the worlds of film, TV, music, and pop culture. A graduate of Johns Hopkins University and the Columbia University Graduate School of Journalism, his work has also appeared in Variety, Esquire, Entertainment Weekly, Rolling Stone, Vulture and dozens of other entertainment publications. Send him tips: tips@thedailybeast.com. You can also use our anonymous document submission system, SecureDrop. Click here to find out how. Published dates range from July 2024 to July 2024.

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71%

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 mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.

Bias

75%

Examples:

  • However, they do acknowledge when a movie or subject has some redeeming qualities or moments of entertainment, as seen in their review of 'Fly Me to the Moon' where they mention its frothy premise and cheeky conceit.
  • The author has a tendency to lean towards negative reviews with a hint of sarcasm in their writing. They often point out the flaws and shortcomings of the subjects they cover, as seen in their review of 'Unfrosted' where they describe it as an amusing trifle with more mild smiles than outright laughs.
  • There is also a recurring theme of disappointment and let down in their reviews, such as in the case of 'Horizon: An American Saga-Chapter 1' where they mention that the film is less cinematic than its contemporary western counterpart.

Conflicts of Interest

100%

Examples:

  • In the review of 'Unfrosted', they mention Jerry Seinfeld's involvement as a director, co-writer, and lead actor but do not show any signs of favoritism or bias.
  • The author does not seem to have any conflicts of interest in their reviews. They maintain an objective stance and do not let personal connections or financial gains influence their opinions.

Contradictions

85%

Examples:

  • In their review of 'Fly Me to the Moon', they mention how NASA wouldn't have documented such a groundbreaking voyage and how that strains the film's credibility.
  • The author frequently points out contradictions and inconsistencies in the subjects they cover. In the review of 'Time Bandits', they highlight the contradiction of using average-sized actors instead of little people, which is a fundamental aspect of the original story.
  • They also point out contradictions in other reviews, such as in 'Horizon: An American Saga-Chapter 1', where they mention that the film recalls TV due to its narrative bloat and episodic nature despite being a cinematic release.

Deceptions

35%

Examples:

  • However, these instances of deceptiveness are not pervasive and are mostly focused on highlighting contradictions and inconsistencies in the subjects they cover.
  • In their review of 'Fly Me to the Moon', they mention that a romantic comedy was treated with a dismal degree of seriousness.
  • The author occasionally uses deceptive practices in their reviews. In the review of 'Taika Waititi's Time Bandits', they mention that the new adaptation features average-sized actors instead of little people for the title roles, which is a significant change from the original.

Recent Articles

Apple TV+ Revives Terry Gilliam's 1981 Cult Classic: A New Look at

Apple TV+ Revives Terry Gilliam's 1981 Cult Classic: A New Look at

Broke On: Tuesday, 23 July 2024 Apple TV+ introduces a remake of Terry Gilliam's 1981 cult classic,
Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum Star in New Movie

Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum Star in New Movie

Broke On: Saturday, 06 July 2024 Actors Scarlett Johansson and Channing Tatum team up in their latest film project.
Kevin Costner's Family Affair: Premiere of His Long-Awaited Western Epic, Horizon: An American Saga

Kevin Costner's Family Affair: Premiere of His Long-Awaited Western Epic, Horizon: An American Saga

Broke On: Tuesday, 25 June 2024 Renowned actor and director Kevin Costner premiered his long-awaited Western epic, Horizon: An American Saga, in Los Angeles with five of his seven children in attendance. Costner invested $38 million of his own money into the four-part cinematic endeavor set in the pre-and-post American Civil War period, exploring themes of survival and conflict between settlers and Native Americans. Despite mixed reviews for Chapter 1, Costner remains dedicated to his vision and has begun production on Chapter 2.
Jerry Seinfeld's 'Unfrosted': A Thrilling Tale of Competition and Creativity Behind the Creation of Pop-Tarts

Jerry Seinfeld's 'Unfrosted': A Thrilling Tale of Competition and Creativity Behind the Creation of Pop-Tarts

Broke On: Friday, 03 May 2024 Jerry Seinfeld's new Netflix movie, 'Unfrosted,' delves into the competition between Kellogg's and Post to create a handheld breakfast item. Assembling a team of inventors including Jack LaLanne and Steve Schwinn, Kellogg's created Pop-Tarts in Battle Creek, Michigan. Seinfeld stars as Bob Cabana, facing threats from sugar lords and the milk union. Despite mixed reviews, 'Unfrosted' offers an intriguing look into the creation of a breakfast icon.