Calum Russell-Editor

Calum Russell

Editor

Contributor Since August, 2025
Expertise
Horror, Art House, Mike Leigh
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About Calum Russell

Calum Russell is a film editor at Collider, helping the movies team deliver top-quality content every day of the week. As well as writing, Calum regularly writes features, lists and reviews on everything from the latest blockbuster to the intricacies of British social realism. With over six years of industry experience, he has interviewed some of cinema's most celebrated names, including directors Mike Leigh and Andrew Haigh, as well as actors Michaela Coel and Cara Jade Myers. 

Industry Experience

Earning a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Falmouth, Calum has a wealth of experience in both making films and studying their rich history. In the years after graduating, Calum joined Far Out Magazine and steadily climbed the ranks, beginning as a Film Writer before finishing his time with the publication as the sections editor, overseeing all content while conducting major interviews.  
 

Favorite Media

All-Time Top Five Films
True Stories (David Byrne, 1986)
The Beach Bum (Harmony Korine, 2019)
The Swimmer (Frank Perry, 1968)
45 Years (Andrew Haigh, 2015)
Life is Sweet (Mike Leigh, 1990)

Charlie Hunnam in Monster: The Ed Gein Story

With Charlie Hunnam Playing Ed Gein in ‘Monster,’ He’s Going to Have a Hard Time Living Up to One of the Greatest Performances Ever

Captain Alex Mason pointing a gun at someone during a mission in Call of Duty: Black Ops

A 'Call of Duty' Movie Is a Terrible Idea, But There Are Ways It Could Succeed

Deadpool at a dinner party in Deadpool & Wolverine

No Matter How Much Ryan Reynolds Wants It, Deadpool Isn't What 'Avengers: Doomsday' Needs

David Corenswet in 'Superman'

From ‘A Minecraft Movie’ to ‘Superman,’ Warner Bros Has Become the Unlikely Box Office Champion of 2025

Latest

Ridley Scott is looking grim at a red carpet event
How Ridley Scott Helped Revolutionize Computing and Change the Perception of Apple Forever
Ridley Scott

From Replicants to Macintoshes.

Cillian Murphy as Jim looking into the distance in 28 Days Later.
The Opening Scene of ‘28 Days Later’ Inspired Countless Others, but It Took Direct Inspiration From This Classic Sci-Fi
28 Days Later

Openings don't get much more iconic than this.

James Gunn on the red carpet for Peacemaker
James Gunn Calls This Modern Kung Fu Masterpiece "as Close to Perfect as a Film Can Be”
James Gunn

Gunn loves a bit of high-flying silliness.

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Clint Eastwood Image
The Only Movie Clint Eastwood Claims To Have “Failed In” Is a Beloved Psychological Thriller
Clint Eastwood

A misstep outside his comfort zone.

Adam Sandler with sunglasses on looks amused in Uncut Gems.
These Brothers Directed Some Impressive Masterpieces Together, so Why Did They Break Up?
The Smashing Machine

A brotherly breakup, or a cordial parting of ways?

Aubrey Plaza on the red carpet
We Have This Controversial Director To Thank for Aubrey Plaza’s Ever-Evolving and Impressive Career
Aubrey Plaza

The 'Honey, Don't!' and 'Parks and Rec' star has taste.

Christopher Nolan on the red carpet
Christopher Nolan Called This Gritty WWII Masterpiece “Absolutely Poetic" — and You Can See Its Impact on His Movies
The Thin Red Line

"It's very beautiful...remarkable!"

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Timothée Chalamet in Marty Supreme
Is Timothée Chalamet’s Character in ‘Marty Supreme’ Based on a Real Person?
Marty Supreme

A remarkable tale, regardless.