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Jocelyn Illing

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About Jocelyn Illing

Jocelyn Illing is a new lists writer for Screen Rant, ranking and analyzing all things film. She is also a recent graduate from the University of Calgary with a BA in film studies. During her time at university, Jocelyn was a frequent contributor to the university’s student-run newspaper The Gauntlet. She also served as the president of the University of Calgary Film Society and contributed to Crash/Cut, their online magazine. Her top ten movies of all time are Swiss Army Man, Moulin Rouge, Before Sunrise, Sorry to Bother You, Ruby Sparks, Promising Young Woman, Get Out, Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind, Lady Bird, and The Princess Bride.

Latest Articles

Christine Baranski, Amanda Seyfried, and Julie Walters in Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again
Every Mamma Mia Song, Ranked

The best songs in Mamma Mia are the unapologetically over-the-top musical numbers that showcase the vocal talents of the cast.

Split image of Paul Dano in Ruby Sparks, The Batman, and There Will Be Blood
20 Best Paul Dano Movies, Ranked

He turned heads as The Riddler, but Paul Dano is so much more. From Ruby Sparks to The Fabelmans, these are the best Paul Dano movies.

Split image showing Aldo Raine in Inglorious Basterds and Louis in Interview with the Vampire
15 Best Brad Pitt Characters, Ranked By Their Hairstyles

From cringe-worthy beards to swoon-worthy locks, Brad Pitt has styled his hair in various ways for the sake of his art.

Split Image of Billie Lourd and John David Washington
10 Actors With Famous Parents & Their Best Movie

Although having famous parents gave these actors a foot in the door, their talent is what has led them to become household names.

Split image of Lily James in Mamma Mia Here We Go Again
Mamma Mia Here We Go Again: The 10 Best Songs, Ranked

Through its charismatic cast and access to ABBA's entire discography, Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again matches the energy and heart of the original movie.

10 Best Movies With "Christmas" In The Title, According To IMDb

Although there will always be classics that dominate the holiday season, movies with Christmas in the title are not limited to just one genre.

Split image showing Adam and Madam and Steve and Goat in Sex Education
Sex Education Season 3: 10 Best Story Arcs Of The Season

Sex Education fully delivered in season 3 with its sometimes hilarious, sometimes heart-breaking, depictions of love, sex, and relationships.

Split image showing Tony and Maria in West Side Story 2021, and Romeo and Juliet in Romeo+Juliet
10 Best Romeo & Juliet Adaptations, Ranked By Rotten Tomatoes

The star-crossed lovers plotline is one that can stretch across decades and genres. Here are some of the best adaptations of the Bard's famous play.

Split image showing Hank and Manny in Swiss Army Man
Swiss Army Man: 10 Best Quotes

Swiss Army Man is a completely original film that finds the perfect balance between fart jokes and deeply emotional moments.

Split image showing Eric and Adam, and Otis and Ruby in Sex Education
Sex Education Season 3: 10 Best Couples, Ranked By Compatibility

In Sex Education season 3, love triangles are concluded, unexpected couples emerge, and fan-favorites break up but they were all compatible together.

Split image showing the posters of Eighth Grade and Moonlight
10 Best Indie Coming-of-Age Movies

Unlike the average teen flick, indie coming of age films strive to depict the experience of growing up as realistically as possible.

Split image showing Jack and Ma in Room, and Cleo with the children in Roma
10 Best Indie Movies On Netflix, Ranked By IMDb

The "Independent" section of Netflix has a lineup of critically acclaimed and award-winning independent films that are worth the watch.

Split image showing posters for Ingrid Goes West and Celeste and Jessie Forever
10 Best Indie Movies You Can Watch For Free On Tubi Now

Tubi's selection of independent films includes a wide variety of wonderfully individual stories that make viewers think, cry, and laugh out loud.

Split image showing Allie in A Star is Born and Mama Morton in Chicago
10 Musicians-Turned-Actors Who Have Been Nominated For An Oscar

While the transition from performing on stage to onscreen might seem natural for singers, only a select few have received critical acclaim.

The cast of House of Gucci
Which House Of Gucci Character Are You, Based On Your Zodiac Sign?

The Gucci inner circle is made up of many glamorous and wealthy individuals whose values vary substantially.

Split image of Jojo Rabbit, Buddy in Belfast, & Atticus and Scout in To Kill a Mockingbird.
10 Best Movies Like Belfast

Belfast is among the multiple modern-day black-and-white films and classics that share common themes of nationality, identity, family, and innocence.

10 Upcoming Movies Starring Musicians To Look Forward To

The cast lists of the biggest movies coming out in the next year feature some of the music world's biggest entertainers.

Two side by side images of the main characters from My Left Foot and Once
10 Best Irish Movies, According To IMDb

Ireland has many critically acclaimed and star-making movies in its filmography that truly deserve a watch or rewatch. IMDb ranks the best here.

Split image of Buddy & Pa in a field & Ma and Pa embracing in Belfast.
Belfast: The 10 Best Characters

Kenneth Branagh's Belfast features relatable and multi-dimensional characters that are brought to life by its cast. But who are the best in the movie?

Split image of Karessa smiling, Jonathan singing, & Carolyn and Michael in Tick, Tick, Boom.
Which Tick, Tick…Boom Character Are You Based On Your Zodiac Sign?

Tick, Tick... Boom's cast of characters includes various versions of the starving artist and the support system that keeps them afloat.