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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Red Notice features a trio of the biggest action stars and the movie also has jaw-dropping locations from around the globe - here's what to know about the film
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If you finished Season 3 of YOU and want more creepy, complicated couples, then read on to find a film that will fill that YOU-shaped hole in your heart.
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If you're obsessed with true-crime tales, then Netflix has you covered with these amazing movies.
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The Fear Street series is full of moments that are absolutely terrifying, and you should never watch these blood-curdling moments alone.
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Chances are good that you might recognize some of the talented actors who lend their voices to The Guilty -- here's why the phone call voices sound so familiar
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Jake Gyllenhaal is electric throughout all of The Guilty, but the scene when Joe first receives a fateful 9-1-1 dispatch call makes us love him even more
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If you really loved Squid Game, then be sure to check out these incredible movies on Netflix.
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If you're excited about Netflix's new Western, then be sure to read this before you see The Harder They Fall.
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Fans of Zack Snyder's Army of the Dead won't want to miss out on the Ludwig Dieter-centered prequel, Army of Thieves -- here's everything to know about the film
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Before you watch Netflix's new vampire flick, be sure to read on for all the details you need to know about Night Teeth.
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The spooky season is almost here, and There's Someone Inside Your House is coming this October 6 to usher in the Halloween mood - here's what to know about it
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If witches and captive children sounds like something out of a fairytale, it's because Nightbooks brings together some of the most classic stories of all time
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From epic heist movies to claymation horror for kids, these are the best zombie movie hidden gems you need to watch at least once.
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Not only is the film filled with riveting fight sequences and fascinating creatures, but there are also a ton of Easter eggs scattered throughout.
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Afterlife of the Party gives Victoria Justice a chance to show off her comedy and drama skills, so here's a look back at the multi-talented actress' career
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These Netflix action heroes always save the day ... but they sometimes cause quite a bit of damage along the way.
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Tanner Buchanan's performance is amazing throughout the whole film He's All That, but there's one scene that truly makes us love the Cobra Kai star even more
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Though she shines throughout the full length of He's All That, there's one scene in particular that shows just how much of an acting natural Addison Rae is
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While He's All That stands on its own, there are a few key details you might only catch if you saw the 1999 romantic comedy classic She's All That before this
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From intelligent zombies to orc officers, these are the most incredible movie makeup transformations on Netflix.
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Here's a look at the one The Kissing Booth 3 scene with Elle Evans and Lee Flynn that makes us love Joey King and Joel Courtney even more than we already did
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To celebrate Isabela Merced's already extraordinary career, here's a look back at her journey from a child star sensation to a marquee talent in Sweet GIrl
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In The Kissing Booth 3, the characters learn to cope with the new pressures of adulthood, which means it has a lot to offer even the most seasoned of audiences
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It's almost time for He's All That, and this romantic comedy offers a new take on the classic 1999 teen favorite She's All That, with a few modern twists
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Before The Witcher: Nightmare of the Wolf hits Netflix, be sure to get all the details about the upcoming anime.
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From Gabi's backstory to questions of international travel, here are the things only adults will notice in Vivo.
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If you're in the mood for some martial arts action, we've got you covered. These are the martial arts hidden gems that you don't want to miss.