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Derek Sante

(He/Him)
  • National Entertainment Reporter and Critic, Freelance
Las Vegas, Los Angeles, United States
As seen in: LinkedIn, JustWatch, NewsBreak, KSNV-TV (Las Vegas, NV), iHeartRadio, KVCW-TV (Las Vegas, NV), Review Nation
Covers:  Film / TV / Tech / Sports / Food / Music: Reviews, Interviews, Events, News, and more.
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Derek Sante’s Biography

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Derek Sante has entertainment in his bones. From an early age, he's been fascinated with the art of storytelling. Starting in radio at the age of 18, he hosted music and talk shows along the West Coast until he was selected to be an Executive Produce for Ryan Seacrest's radio show in Los Angeles. Afterwards, he hosted other radio and tv shows on Clear Channel, CBS and iHeartMedia stations, specializing in Film, Television and Video Game coverage.

For over a decade he’s been on the red carpet sc…

Derek Sante’s Journalist Portfolio

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Entertainment critic Derek Sante checks out Rebel Moon, Maestro, The Color Purple | KSNV

Entertainment critic Derek Sante checks out Rebel Moon, Maestro, The Color Purple | KSNV

On Netflix comes a new story with singular heroes and villains, and it's called Rebel Moon: Part 1 A Child of…

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Entertainment critic Derek Sante talks 'Glass Onion,'

Entertainment critic Derek Sante talks 'Glass Onion,'

If it's the weekend, then new movies and shows are coming to a screen near you. This week, entertainment crit…

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Derek Sante gives a special Star Wars day report on May the 4th!

Derek Sante gives a special Star Wars day report on May the 4th!

It's May the 4th, aka Star Wars Day, so we first look at the young Padawans with Disney+ giving us short stor…

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Tech Review: Belkin Valet Portable Apple Watch Charger - Review Nation

Tech Review: Belkin Valet Portable Apple Watch Charger - Review Nation

We review the Belkin Portable Valet Charger, which is a must have for anyone sporting an Apple Watch! The Val…

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Solo Flies Into Theaters Can Fans Handle The Pew-Pew? (Spoiler Free Review) | iHeartRadio

Solo Flies Into Theaters Can Fans Handle The Pew-Pew? (Spoiler Free Review) | iHeartRadio

One of the most charming scoundrels in the galaxy jumps to the silver screen with Solo: A Star Wars Story . S…

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Regal Cinema Art Film Guide, Summer 2018

Regal Cinema Art Film Guide, Summer 2018

Since 1999 Regal has presented alternative and independent films to audience across the country through our C…

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J.K. Simmons, Tom Brittney & cast get mobbed for The Westies. Plus we ask the new Batman question

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By Derek Sante
| Review Nation
Chatting with the cast of The Westies, we delve into their characters and how they recreated the time and place of this Irish mob. J.K. Simmons (Eamon Sweeney) & Tom Brittney (James “Jimmy” Roarke), Titus Welliver (Glenn Keenan) & Jessica Frances Dukes (Birdie Polk). J.K. Simmons and Tom Brittney talk about their characters and if they see a future in them. Titus and Rebecca discuss the show and where they found their law enforcement roles.
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Lou Diamond Phillips talks Gangland, character & being everything to everyone over the years

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By Derek Sante
| Review Nation
Chatting with Lou Diamond Phillips about his new film Gangland, he talks about this character and what drives him more, duty or guilt. We also discuss the story and how the character reminded him of family. We also delve into his past work and talk about his multicultural definitions through the years.
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We interview the Night Nurse, creepy feelings included

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By Derek Sante
| Review Nation
Chaating with star Cemre Paksoy and Director Georgia Bernstein, we talk about this new film that exudes control and sexuality. Georgia talks about how she wanted to capture her story and how she saw it as it formed. We ask Cemre about being a professional cuddler and her thoughts on the character. About: At the start of her new job in a luxury retirement community, Eleni is drawn into a series of scam calls targeting the elderly residents.
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Who's your favorite fictional journalist?

Kent Brockman, Clark Kent, April O'Neil, Ron Burgundy

What does it mean to be a journalist?

Quality content that entertains or informs. I enjoy being the link between readers/viewers and their interests.

How do you prefer to be pitched on stories?

Email is best, be direct and let me know what opportunities are present.