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Tara Ellwood

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About Tara Ellwood

Tara Ellwood is a writer, reader, and lover of all things pop culture. Based in New York, she is a graduate of Muhlenberg College, having studied Film and Theatre. A longtime lover and student of film, she brings an analytical and enthusiastic eye to all her writing. When she isn't writing for Screen Rant, she can be found acting, knitting, or playing Dungeons and Dragons.

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How Netflix's Shadow & Bone Improved Grisha Society From The Books

Netflix's Shadow and Bone is based on the popular novel series by Leigh Bardugo. Here's what the series changes to make Grisha society even better.

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Netflix's Stowaway Revives The Oldest Sci-Fi Story Debate

Netflix's Stowaway has been featured on the streaming platform's top ten list. Audiences may not know that the movie revives an age old sci-fi debate.

Shadow & Bone: What Happens Next To Each Character (Based On The Books)

Shadow and Bone had a thrilling season one finale, leaving several loose ends. Here is what happens next to each character according to the books.

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Shadow & Bone: How The Characters Are Different From The Books

Netflix's Shadow & Bone makes for a mostly faithful adaptation of Leigh Bardugo's Grishaverse novel, but just do the characters compare to the book?

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Shadow & Bone’s Title Explained: What It Actually Means

What does the Shadow and Bone title really mean? Here's a breakdown of the core themes that make up the book and Netflix series' title.

Falcon & Winter Soldier: Every WHiH World News Appearance In The MCU

WHiH World News broke a shocking story on Falcon & The Winter Soldier. Here's every appearance the fictional news channel has made in the MCU.

How Powerpuff Girls' Live-Action Cast Compares To The Animated Characters

The CW reboot of the Powerpuff Girls recently announced its cast: here's how the actors compare to the original cartoon characters.

American Gods Completely Changed Laura (And That's A Good Thing)

The snarky Laura Moon fans love (or love to hate) on American Gods is very different from her book counterpart. Here's why that's a good thing.

Clarice: Every Hannibal Lecter Easter Egg So Far

Clarice is a TV spinoff of Silence of the Lambs that's full of easter eggs and references to other parts of the Hannibal Lecter universe.

Twin Peaks' Unlikely Titanic Connection, Explained

Though the two have little in common on the surface, cult classic Twin Peaks and James Cameron's blockbuster Titanic have a surprising connection.

How Mad Sweeney Can Return In American Gods Season 3

Despite his dramatic death, Mad Sweeney is an important part of American Gods. Here's how he can return in season 3 of the Starz series.

Clarice vs Hannibal: Which Silence Of The Lambs Spin-Off Is Better

Clarice is a brand new spin-off series based on Silence of the Lambs, but is it better than NBC’s Hannibal? Here's a comparison to decide the winner.

Casting The Original Order Of The Phoenix For HBO Max's Harry Potter Show

HBO Max's Harry Potter series could use any Wizarding story. Here's what the cast could look like if it focuses on the original Order of the Phoenix.

Every American Gods Actor Who Left The Show (& Why)

American Gods has a complicated production history, resulting in the departure of several cast members. Here's a complete list of who left and why.

Grey's Anatomy: How Sara Ramirez Inspired The Show's Musical Episode

Music has always been an important part of Grey's Anatomy. Here's how Sara Ramirez inspired the show's musical episode, "Song Beneath the Song."

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Bridgerton: Complete Glossary - Words You Need To Know

Bridgerton is an exciting period drama set during the regency era in London. Here are some key old-fashioned words and phrases you need to know.

All The Clues To Bridgerton's Lady Whistledown Twist

Lady Whistledown is one of Bridgerton's most elusive characters. Here's how the Netflix series hinted at her true identity all along.

Why Elf Is NOT The Most Over-Rated Christmas Movie Ever

While many see Elf as a Christmas classic, a recent survey declared it the most overrated Christmas movie ever. Here’s why the cynics are wrong.

The Flight Attendant Ending Explained

The Flight Attendant miniseries contains many twists and turns. Here's an explainer on the events of the series finale and what they mean.

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Why Anna And The Apocalypse Is The Perfect Christmas Movie For 2020

With a surprisingly relevant zombie horror take on the holidays, Anna and the Apocalypse is the perfect movie musical for Christmas 2020.

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