Mikael Trench
School
Savannah College Of Art And Design
Expertise
Tokusatsu, Animation, "Shark Tank"
- While he has a deep love and passion for modern entertainment, the way to Mikael's heart is through Showa-era kaiju movies and underground animation made between the 1930s and 1970s.
- He has professionally interviewed numerous industry talents, including Michael B. Jordan, Barry Jenkins, Colman Domingo, the comedy troupe Broken Lizard, Maya Erskine, several Pixar artists, and more.
- Along with his career in journalism, Mikael also runs a boutique animation studio called TriClops Studios, which produces both commercial and original stop-motion animated short films and music videos.
Experience
Mikael Trench is an award-winning writer with nearly eight years of professional experience in entertainment and multimedia journalism. He has won numerous state and national awards, including a 1st Place Best Review Georgia College Press Association Award in 2019, 2020 (where he swept the competition by also winning second and third place), and 2021. He was also awarded the 2019 Columbia Scholastic Press Association Gold Circle Digital Awards Certificate of Merit and came in first place at the 2020 College Media Association Nationwide Pinnacle Awards Best Arts and Entertainment Story. He's also had roles as a multimedia video editor and arts and entertainment editor for organizations such as VOX ATL, SCAD Connector, and SCAN Magazine. There his knowledge of both popular and obscure films and TV shows has earned him several accolades and the opportunity to interview several major names in the entertainment industry. Additionally, Mikael is an award-winning filmmaker who brings his unique experience to the table when diving into his subject matter, aiming to educate himself and others about the industry's nuances.
Education
Mikael Trench attended the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD), where he earned a BFA in animation. During his studies, he became heavily involved in student media as an arts and entertainment editor, where he balanced full-time classes while working around tight deadlines, attending pitch meetings, and further guiding other writers and contributors.
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Stories By Mikael Trench
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"Euphoria" star Sydney Sweeney recalls her family's mixed reactions to her nude scenes on the hit HBO drama, revealing some of them walked out.
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Digital artist HeroArtDesigns has used artificial intelligence to reimagine Darth Vader from "Star Wars" as a samurai - the results are extremely cool.
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"Eyes Wide Shut" director Stanley Kubrick went to extreme measures to keep real-life couple Tom Cruise and Nicole Kidman separate during filming.
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One dark interpretation of "Groundhog Day" adds a lot more weight to Phil Connors' interaction with Ned Ryerson, layering in a supernatural element.
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BB-8 is one of the most popular characters in the Star Wars sequel trilogy, but not every fan knows the origin of the droid's name. Here's the backstory.
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The "Planet of the Apes" cast helped make the film the sci-fi classic it's remembered as today. Only two actors from the movie are still alive.
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If "Danny Phantom" ever gets the live-action treatment, this fantastic piece of fanart proves just how much Tom Holland could fit the role.
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"One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest" was an instant classic when it premiered in 1975. Here are the members of the film's main cast who are still alive as of now.
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One TikTok user believes that "The Princess and the Frog" villain Dr. Facilier may be the son of Mama Odie and Juju. Many Disney fans feel it makes some sense.
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"Blazing Saddles" is an iconic comedy film with an all-star cast. Here's a look at the actors from the film who are still alive and what they are doing today.
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Darth Maul debuted in "The Phantom Menace" as one of the "Star Wars" franchise's newer villains. Here's how his actor, Ray Park, looks like these days.
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Scrub Daddy, the smiley-faced sponge, is one of the most successful "Shark Tank" products, and Lori Greiner has had an excellent return on her investment.
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The 2009 Oscar-nominated animated film "Coraline" is a beloved title, but it hasn't received a sequel. Here's why a follow-up never came to fruition.
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Pixar fans know "Toy Story" villain Sid as Andy's neighbor who gleefully terrorizes and destroys his toys. Here's what the character's voice actor looks like.
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Blue milk is one of the more famous quirks that exist in the Star Wars galaxy, and fans can see what the drink tastes like for themselves at Disney parks.
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Some believe Disney has broken an unspoken rule that "Star Wars" characters can't wear glasses, but was that ever a rule George Lucas established?
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"The Shawshank Redemption" is the No. 1 film on IMDb's Top 250 list thanks to some voting shenanigans between "Dark Knight" and "Godfather" fans.
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"Star Wars: Episode I -- The Phantom Menace" star Liam Neeson explains why he was personally upset by one piece of criticism fans had about the film.
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Superman: The Movie is a beloved classic action adventure film. Sadly, not all of its stars are alive today but some still grace us with their presence.
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John Lithgow was initially cast to bring Hades to life in Disney's "Hercules," but the actor was soon replaced with James Woods. Here's why.
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"Jaws" has become a defining horror classic since its original release in 1975. Today, only two of the actors from the original film are still around.
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From classics like "Bride of Frankenstein" to modern takes like "Get Out," these movies are perfect for easing yourself into the horror genre.
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A Star Wars fan once made an edit of "The Phantom Menace" that significantly minimizes Jar Jar's role, among other changes. But you probably can't see it.
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Better Bedder sparked a bidding war on "Shark Tank," but what happened to the bed making solution after appearing on the show?
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Benedict Cumberbatch followed in the career footsteps of his parents, but when they all appeared in "Sherlock" together, he found it "nerve-wracking."
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Rian Johnson says there is one misconception about the behind-the-scenes details of "Star Wars: The Last Jedi" that has left him frustrated.
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R2-D2 is one of the most beloved Star Wars characters, but not every fan knows the story behind the droid's name. Here's where it comes from.