
Gabriel Kovacs
The Background: Gabe Kovacs is a Video Producer and the Podcast Lead at CinemaBlend. He started as an intern in 2016 and has since produced content across CinemaBlend’s various platforms and outlets including YouTube, social media, and the site’s flagship podcast ReelBlend. These days, he spends his time generating content that lives on the site and handling the day-to-day tasks of running a movies podcast, from booking guests to planning live events and more. Gabe studied filmmaking and photography at Webster University.
What He's Into: Beyond the prerequisite love of movies and TV, Gabe is an avid sports fan. Currently, you can find him bewildered by Manchester United’s form, elated by the St. Louis Blues’ rise in the NHL, and obsessed with his hometown's new MLS franchise.
What He's Excited About Right Now: Right now, Gabe is catching up on Apple TV+'s Foundation series, rewatching Peaky Blinders (again), and escaping to the theater to catch Christopher Nolan's Oppenheimer as often as he can find tickets.
Latest articles by Gabriel Kovacs

Shooting A Masterpiece | Cinematographer Greig Fraser On Making 'Dune: Part Two'
By Gabriel Kovacs published
We are honored to welcome Greig on the show to not only discuss the making of Dune and its sequel, but the many incredible works from across his career.

Jonathan Glazer Interview | The Unique Way ‘The Zone Of Interest’ Captures Its Sense Of Recency
By Gabriel Kovacs published
Oscar-nominated director Jonathan Glazer joins the show to discuss his new, harrowing film The Zone of Interest, and the hosts give their reviews!
'Dune: Part Two' Video Review: A Sequel That *Almost* Lives Up To The Original
By Gabriel Kovacs published
The 'Dune' sequel might be grander and more complex, but that doesn't necessarily make it better than the original.

Dakota Johnson, Aunt May & More | Talking 'Madame Web' With Director S.J. Clarkson
By Gabriel Kovacs published
Sony's Madame Web, starring Dakota Johnson, Sydney Sweeney, and Isabela Merced, has finally arrived in theaters, and director S.J. Clarkson joins the show to discuss the making of.

'Bob Marley: One Love' Interview | Director Reinaldo Marcus Green On Marley's Obsessive Hard Work
By Gabriel Kovacs published
Director Reinaldo Marcus Green joins the ReelBlend podcast to discuss the making of his new biopic Bob Marley: One Love.

Portraying An Icon | Kingsley Ben-Adir Talks 'Bob Marley: One Love'
By Gabriel Kovacs published
Kingsley Ben-Adir joins ReelBlend!

'A Movie Is No Better Than Its Smallest Part' | A Storied Hollywood Career (feat. Ed Zwick)
By Gabriel Kovacs published
The multi-hyphenated filmmaker Ed Zwick joins ReelBlend to discuss the release of his new revealing memoir which chronicles behind-the-scenes stories from his over 40-year career in Hollywood.

'And I Just Punched Him' | Director Matthew Vaughn Talks Henry Cavill For Bond, 'Argylle' & More
By Gabriel Kovacs published
Director Matthew Vaughn joins ReelBlend to discuss his new film Argylle, Henry Cavill for James Bond, and so much more.

'Argylle' Interviews With Bryce Dallas Howard, John Cena, Samuel L. Jackson And More
By Gabriel Kovacs published
Director Matthew Vaughn and his cast sat down with CinemaBlend to talk about their new spy film 'Argylle.'

The Oscars Aren't A Competition
By Gabriel Kovacs published
This year's Oscar nominations have been announced, and the ReelBlend guys dive into the biggest headlines from the fallout.

"Go Back To Your First Heart" - Director Celine Song On The Making Of 'Past Lives'
By Gabriel Kovacs published
Writer and director Celine Song joins ReelBlend to chat about the making of her feature debut Past Lives.

Dan Levy Interview | On Directing, 'Schitt's Creek,' 'Good Grief' & More
By Gabriel Kovacs published
Dan Levy has made his feature directorial debut with Good Grief on Netflix, and he stopped by the podcast for a chat on the experience.

Jake Johnson Interview | Following The Funny, Spider-Verse 3, & His Debut Feature Film
By Gabriel Kovacs published
Jake Johnson joins ReelBlend to discuss his new comedy Self Reliance, the power of Spider-Man, and his role as Peter Parker, following the funniest idea and more.

The Most Anticipated Movies Of 2024
By Gabriel Kovacs published
2024 has finally arrived, and we have a massive slate of movies to look forward to. Here are a few of our favorites.

'Ferrari' Video Interviews With Adam Driver, Shailene Woodley, Penélope Cruz And More
By Gabriel Kovacs published
Director Michael Mann and the cast of 'Ferrari' join CinemaBlend to discuss their new film.

ReelBlend's Top 10 Movies Of 2023
By Gabriel Kovacs published
We are capping off another great year of the ReelBlend podcast with our Top 10 movies of the year, all leading to Reelblend's collective Top 5 of 2023.

ReelBlend's 'Wonka' Review | Timothée Chalamet Brings Light And Whimsey To Willy Wonka
By Gabriel Kovacs published
Timothée Chalamet is back in theaters with his take on Willy Wonka, we weigh in on the awards race and take a look back at our previous top 5 films.

Emma Stone & Yorgos Lanthimos Interview | 'Poor Things'
By Gabriel Kovacs published
Poor Things is one of ReelBlend's favorite films of the year, and we are so excited to welcome Emma Stone and director Yorgos Lanthimos onto the show to discuss the making of.

What It's Like To Geek Out With Barack Obama | Sam Esmail 'Leave The World Behind' Interview
By Gabriel Kovacs published
Writer/director Sam Esmail joins the show to discuss his new movie Leave the World Behind, working with producer Barack Obama, cinematic influences, and more.

Alexander Payne Interview | Reuniting With Paul Giamatti, 'Sideways' Anniversary Plans & More
By Gabriel Kovacs published
Director Alexander Payne joins ReelBlend to discuss his reunion with Paul Giamiatti for their new film, "The Holdovers."

Joaquin Phoenix Interview | Being Terrified On 'Gladiator,' Napoleon's 'Best Friend' Hat & More
By Gabriel Kovacs published
Joaquin Phoenix returns.

Ridley Scott Interview | Stanley Kubrick Stories, Reuniting With Joaquin Phoenix & More
By Gabriel Kovacs published
Ridley Scott returns to ReelBlend to discuss his new movie Napoleon, fun Stanley Kubrick stories, shooting massive action films at record pace, and more.

Eli Roth 'Thanksgiving' Interview | Tarantino, Returning To Horror & More
By Gabriel Kovacs published
The holiday season is getting a little spooky with Eli Roth's Thanksgiving, based on his fan-favorite Grindhouse trailer, hitting theaters this November.