Amanda Bell
Expertise
Book-to-film Adaptations, Philosophical Dramas, Everything Friends, Lifestyle
- Amanda has worked as an entertainment news journalist for more than a decade.
- She began by writing about some of the biggest Young Adult book-to-film franchises, headlining the Twilight Examiner and District 13 Hunger Games columns for years before branching out into other pop culture coverage.
- She has since written about some of the biggest franchises in film and television, but her favorite subjects are book-to-film adaptations and niche existential dramas.
Experience
Amanda joined Static Media in 2016 as a writer and worked with the scripting team as well as contributing to editorial features and special projects. She now serves as lead editor for Looper's movie features and reviews teams. She previously worked as a writer or editor for other entertainment news outlets, including NextMovie, Yahoo! Movies, MTV News, Entertainment Weekly, and TV Guide.
Education
Amanda earned a Bachelor's in Philosophy and a Juris Doctor before beginning a career in writing.
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Stories By Amanda Bell
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The relationship unfolding between star-crossed lovers Kate and Yule in Don't Look Up is special, thanks to the work of Jennifer Lawrence and Timothée Chalamet
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Don't Look Up is a social satire that audiences are bound to recognize the reality in, but there are some details that require a particularly keen eye to catch
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Ariana Grande has some razor-sharp humor in Don't Look Up, and it turns out the singer-actress also leaned on her improv skills to create some key movie scenes
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If you miss the stars of Squid Game, never fear. Here's where you can see these amazing actors on the big screen.
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In the delightful rom-com Love Hard, Nina Dobrev left us rolling on the floor with laughter thanks to these hilarious moments.
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The year 2021 was a good one for Netflix when it came to sci-fi films, and here are some genre gems that might've flown under your radar.
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Back to the Outback is a great film for the whole family, but there's definitely some stuff in there that's just for the grown-ups.
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If you're a fan of Jonah Hill, then you should head over to Netflix and check out these amazing movies.
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Benedict Cumberbatch gives an all-time performance in The Power of the Dog, and there's one scene in particular that we can't stop talking about.
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In the mood for a great Leonardo DiCaprio movie? Well, Netflix has got you covered.
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Whether he's playing a rancher, a sorcerer, or a real-life figure, Benedict Cumberbatch can master any accent.
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You may love him as Spider-Man, but there's a whole lot you don't know about Tom Holland.
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From martial arts adventures to gritty revenge flicks, these awesome action movies flew under the radar in 2021.
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A Boy Called Christmas is a holiday flick for the whole family, but there are quite a few details meant just for adults.
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Every single scene in Tick, Tick Boom embodies Andrew Garfield's commitment to bringing Jonathan Larson's story to life, but this moment shows his many talents
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Andrew Garfield's vintage sing-song New York styling in Tick, Tick Boom! is but the latest in a series of impressive affectations he's commanded over the years
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If you're left wanting even more after watching the new live-action Cowboy Bebop series, here are some movies on Netflix that you might also enjoy watching next
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In Red Notice, Ryan Reynolds and Dwayne Johnson are fantastic together, and this one scene really highlights their amazing bromance.
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Don't Look Up features many of the most decorated actors in Hollywood taking on staggeringly original roles, and here's what else to know about the film
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We've recently seen an uptick in unusual weapons on display in films, with characters turning to unique tools to get it done in action films with great success
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To celebrate Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson's new sensational turn in Red Notice, here's a look at some of the more unique things you might notice in his movies.
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Nina Dobrev and Jimmy O. Yang are adorable as screen partners during their many misadventures in Love Hard, and there's one scene that makes us love them more
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The prequel to Army of the Dead, Army of Thieves is packed with some pretty incredible Easter eggs.
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Believe it or not, Squid Game was almost a movie. So how did it become the popular Netflix show we all know and love? Read on for answers!
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Before A Boy Called Christmas arrives to select theaters and on Netflix this November, here's a look at everything you need to know about this holiday tale
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Jorge Lendeborg Jr. and Debby Ryan are electric throughout all of Night Teeth, but there's one scene in particular that shows just how much power the two bring
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Here's a look at what you need to know about the gritty new Sandra Bullock drama The Unforgivable before it hits theaters and arrives on Netflix later this fall