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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One of Christopher Nolan's favorite actors might end up playing the Fantastic Four's greatest enemy -- and he already has supervillain experience.
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Speaking to "Wired," Zack Snyder recalled the challenges he faced in the making of "Justice League" while also calling out the more toxic subset of his fans.
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Barry Keoghan's cameo as the Joker at the end of "The Batman" shocked viewers. DC fans will no doubt be thrilled to learn what the actor's favorite films are.
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The actors who have played Godzilla have brought many iconic details to the character. Here's a look at the actor who has most recently played the monster.
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Those familiar with classic flicks are undoubtedly familiar with 1922's "Nosferatu." Here's what the actor who played Count Orlok looked like in real life.
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Critics on Rotten Tomatoes have so far been unanimous regarding the reception of "Godzilla Minus One." The film is leaving reviewers stunned.
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Although James Gunn and Peter Safran are now in charge of the DC Universe in film and TV, they may not have complete autonomy.
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"Sucker Punch" wasn't the hit Zack Snyder may have wanted it to be, but the creator has come out to note one major regret he has regarding the film.
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Aaron Marino showcased his DVD package along with his consultation services on "Shark Tank" Season 4. Longtime fans may want to know what happened afterwards.
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The film known informally as "Turkish Star Wars" has generated a cult following over the years. But how similar is it to the original "Star Wars"?
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Jabba the Hutt's pet rancor, a vicious beast he uses for entertainment, has a backstory of how it came into Jabba's possession, and even has a name.
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Disney's live-action "Snow White" remake was a fairly expensive production, meaning the movie needs a high box office gross to turn a profit.
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The MonsterVerse has stomped its way onto the small screen with the release of "Monarch: Legacy of Monsters." How many episodes of the show are there?
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Forget Godzilla - the real-life nuclear explosion that inspired the one in "Monarch: Legacy of Monsters" Season 1, Episode 3 was more terrifying.
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George Lucas intended to include a scene featuring Jabba the Hutt in the theatrical cut of "A New Hope," but had to scrap it. Here's why.
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After leaving "Shark Tank" with nothing but embarrassment, whatever happened to Aaron Marino's Pete & Pedro product line from his second appearance.
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The box office stumble suffered by "The Marvels" over Veterans Day weekend is being blamed on Disney's major push for more content on its streaming service.
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Disney's "Fantastic Four" reboot, directed by "WandaVision" helmer Matt Shakman, is different from other movies in the Marvel Cinematic Universe in one key way.
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The Fidget Game is a fun and engaging way to help kids improve their reading skills, and it will get a chance to impress on "Shark Tank."
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Although they are based on YA novels, "The Hunger Games" movies had to tone things down to secure a teen-friendly rating.
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"Monarch: Legacy of Monters" has revealed the origin of one of the franchise's most interesting terms and what it means for the characters.
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Fans of Sylvester Stallone are learning more about the star thanks to Netflix's documentary, "Sly." Here are just a few notable tidbits the documentary shared.
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A teaser of the English dub of "The Boy and the Heron" showcases Robert Pattinson using a creepy, raspy voice as the Grey Heron, and viewers are impressed.
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Underneath the slimy, petal-faced monstrosity of the "Stranger Things" Demogorgon is movement specialist Mark Steger. Here's what he actually looks like.
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Zack Snyder's "Rebel Moon" is set to launch a massive franchise for Netflix, with spin-off materials across various mediums planned.
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Angels and Tomboys may have left its "Shark Tank" appearance with a deal, but what has happened to the brand since appearing on the popular show?
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The teaser trailer for "Inside Out 2" is here, and with it comes some names of new actors joining the cast, including a "Stranger Things" star voicing Anxiety.