RoleFilm and TV Writer
LocationNashville, Tennessee, USA
ExpertiseFilm and TV, Entertainment, Podcasting, Stand Up Comedy, Reality TV
Contribution620 articles published since January 2022

Ricky Valero

Ricky Valero joined Ready Steady Cut in January 2022 as a Film and TV writer and critic, and since then has published over 700 articles on the website.

Ricky, a recognized movie critic, has been writing about films for almost a decade. Before jumping into the world of film, he was a professional wrestler for seven years. Since joining the industry, he has covered numerous movie festivals, including Sundance Film Festival, AFI Fest, and SXSW Festival.

He is a member of a couple of critic groups, including the prestigious Critics Choice Association. He’s an avid lover of stand-up comedy and deeply loves reality TV shows. Ricky is also a regular film critic for Hidden Remote and Music City Drive-In.

Outside of covering Film and TV, Ricky hosts the Love In Reality Podcast, which discusses Netflix’s Love is Blind and interviews the contestants. He also hosts the Popcorn People Podcast.

Ricky has a natural flair for interviewing well-respected, famous people in the industry. His interviews include Academy Award winners J.K. Simmons and Florian Zeller, along with Johnny Knoxville, Zachary Levi, and Jack Dylan Grazer, which he posts on his YouTube Channel.

  • Joined Ready Steady Cut in January 2022.
  • He is a recognized critic and a member of prestigious critic groups.
  • He has interviewed prominent people in the movie industry.
  • Attended various high-profile film festivals.
  • Hosts a reality TV and a movie podcast.

Articles by Ricky Valero

The Valet (2022) ending explained – do Olivia and Antonio end up together?

May 20 2022

This article discusses the ending of Hulu’s film The Valet (2022) and will contain spoilers.  Throughout the movie, Olivia and Antonio both go through a...

The Offer season 1, episode 6 – “A Stand Up Guy”

May 19 2022

This recap of The Offer season 1, episode 6, “A Stand Up Guy”, contains spoilers. We’ve had back-to-back great episodes of The Offer. We’ve seen...

The Valet (2022) review – a cute little romantic comedy to enjoy with your loved one

May 18 2022

This review of Hulu film The Valet (2022) does not contain spoilers.  The return of the rom-com continues as Hulu is releasing the film The...

Prehistoric Planet season 1 review – a jaw-dropping impressive docuseries you won’t want to miss

May 16 2022

Apple TV+ Docuseries Prehistoric Planet season 1 will be released on the streaming service on May 23, 2022.  I’ve always been fascinated with what life...

The Offer season 1, episode 5 recap – “Kiss The Ring”

May 12 2022

This recap of The Offer season 1, episode 5, “Kiss The Ring”, contains spoilers. After having our first great episode of the series, I hope...

On the Count of Three (2022) review – Jerrod Carmichael’s directorial debut masterpiece

May 11 2022

This review of the film On the Count of Three (2022) does not contain spoilers.  At the 2021 Sundance Film Festival, On the Count of...

Greatness Code season 2 review – a unique look at the defining moments of our favorite athletes

May 10 2022

Apple TV+ series Greatness Code season 2 will be released on the streaming service on May 13, 2022. The first season of Greatness Code was...

Christina P: Mom Genes review – one of the best stand-up specials of the year

May 8 2022

Netflix stand-up comedy special Christina P: Mom Genes will be released on the streaming service on May 8, 2022.  Another month and another new standup...

Marmaduke (2022) review – just enough bark to keep you interested throughout

May 6 2022

This review of the Netflix film Marmaduke (2022) does not contain spoilers.  I’ve got to be honest with all of you about to read this,...

The Offer season 1, episode 4 recap – “The Right Shade of Yellow”

May 5 2022

This recap of The Offer season 1, episode 4, “The Right Shade of Yellow”, contains spoilers. The first three episodes of The Offer had a...

The Big Conn review – another docuseries that overstays its welcome

May 2 2022

Apple TV+ docuseries The Big Conn will be released on the streaming service on May 6, 2022. Any time you have a documentary that exposes...

The Offer season 1, episode 3 recap – “Fade In”

April 28 2022

This recap of Paramount+ series The Offer season 1, episode 3, “Fade In,” contains spoilers.  Access the archive of recaps, reviews, and news for The...

The Offer season 1, episode 2 recap – “Warning Shots”

April 28 2022

This recap of Paramount+ series The Offer season 1, episode 2, “Warning Shots,” contains spoilers.  Access the archive of recaps, reviews, and news for The...

The Offer season 1, episode 1 recap – the premiere explained

April 28 2022

This recap of Paramount+ series The Offer season 1, episode 1, “A Seat at the Table,” contains spoilers.  Access the archive of recaps, reviews, and...

The Mystery of Marilyn Monroe: The Unheard Tapes review – a look at the rise and fall of an icon

April 26 2022

Netflix documentary The Mystery of Marilyn Monroe: The Unheard Tapes will be released on the streaming service on April 26, 2022. Marilyn Monroe was one...

David Spade: Nothing Personal review – a complete waste of time

April 26 2022

Netflix comedy special David Spade: Nothing Personal will be released on the streaming service on April 26. I’ve mentioned how much I love stand-up comedy...

They Call Me Magic review – a look at the highs and lows of a sport icon

April 18 2022

Apple TV+ Docuseries They Call Me Magic will be released on the streaming service on April 22, 2022. Over the life of his career Magic...

Minx season 1, episode 10 recap – the finale and ending explained

April 14 2022

This recap of the HBO Max series Minx season 1, episode 10, “You happened to me,” — the ending and finale explained — contains spoilers....

Minx season 1, episode 9 recap – “a scintillating conversation about a lethal pesticide”

April 14 2022

This recap of the HBO Max series Minx season 1, episode 9, “a scintillating conversation about a lethal pesticide,” contains spoilers. Access the archive for...

Minx season 1, episode 8 recap – “Oh, so you’re the sun now? You’re the giver of life”

April 7 2022

This recap of the HBO Max series Minx season 1, episode 8, “Oh, so you’re the sun now? You’re the giver of life,” contains spoilers....