Larissa Zageris
School
New York University
Missouri State University
Expertise
Mystery Movies/TV, Horror Comedy, Genre Storytelling
- Larissa is the author of "My Lady's Choosing: An Interactive Romance Novel," which Entertainment Weekly calls "an enticing romp."
- She is the author of "For Your Consideration: Keanu Reeves," and "Taylor Swift: Girl Detective."
- Her short film, "Not Bloody Mary," screened on Shudder as part of the Nyx 13 Minutes of Horror Fest and was featured in India's Wench Film Fest.
Experience
Larissa Zageris is a writer, educator, and filmmaker from Midlothian, IL. In addition to her novels and pop-culture books, her favorite work includes comic scripts for "The Wicked + The Divine: The Funnies," "Betty Boop and The Heroine of Hearts," and contributions to Shelly Bond's "Insider Art." Larissa is currently developing a YA Mystery podcast, and frequently scripts interactive media. She has contributed essays to Mortified, McSweeney's Internet Tendency, SYFY, SciFiNow, Attagirl, and The Nerdologues.
Education
Larissa holds BFAs in Dramatic Writing and Film/TV Production from New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. She's currently pursuing her MFA in Dramatic Writing from Missouri State, where she also teaches Acting Fundamentals. She uses her expertise in filmmaking and the dramatic arts in every article she writes for Looper.
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Stories By Larissa Zageris
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From his humble beginnings as a misunderstood kid to the discovery of his demigod status and beyond, this is the whole “Percy Jackson” timeline explained.
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Timothy Olyphant returns as U.S. Marshal Raylan Givens in the FX miniseries "Justified: City Primeval" - here's the ending of the season explained.
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Lara Croft has been a pop culture figure for almost three decades with a number of actresses bringing her to life. We take a look at her enduring popularity.
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"Red Lights," starring Cillian Murphy, Sigourney Weaver, Elizabeth Olsen, and Robert De Niro, is a tale of psychics and charlatans with a dizzying ending.
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"Talk To Me" is quickly developing a reputation as one of the best horror movies in 2023 — let's take a look at how these demonic possessions end up.
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Aside from, you know, the actual fires, "Chicago Fire" has more than its fair share of hot and steamy moments.
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2007's "3:10 to Yuma" remake spun a tale that was less about black and white morality and more about the unexpected bond between unlikely friends.
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Love the high-octane action of "Indiana Jones"? Then these 12 films need to be next on your to-watch list.
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He's widely known as one of the most beloved big screen heroes of all time, but Indiana Jones is actually the villain of his own franchise. Here's why.
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With its dramatic twists and turns, Netflix's "Fake Profile" can get pretty confusing.
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John Wick and Tyler Rake are two of cinema's most imposing, powerful figures, capable of wiping out armies on their own. But who would win in a fight of titans?
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While David Fincher's "Zodiac" is considered a classic by many, it has been known to confound audiences. Join us as we decipher the ending of "Zodiac."
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Prince's musical performances were almost always incredible. His film performances? Not so much.
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"John Wick" character Winston Scott, as portrayed by Ian McShane, is a one-of-a-kind smooth operator. Here's what is known about the mysterious hotelier.
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It's the funniest existential comedy about big dreamers slingin' d'oeuvres in the game. Here's the timeline and character arcs of "Party Down" explained.
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Tetris tells the impossible - and more than slightly fictionalized - tale of what it took to bring the video game out of Russia and all over the world.
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Dungeons & Dragons has some of the most devoted fans ever, so it is no surprise the brand-new film has plenty of amazing easter eggs. Let's check them out!
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"John Wick: Chapter 4" is the new installment of the grief-stricken franchise. Here are the most confusing moments from "John Wick Chapter 4" explained.
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Here are small details you might've missed in Season 1 of the "Night Court" revival.
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"Shadow and Bone" doesn't disappoint on the action front or tiny blink-and-you'll-miss-them moments. Here are some small details you missed in Season 2.
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The bad guys have caught up with and come to collect on Charlie Cale in the season finale of "Poker Face." Here is the ending of "Poker Face" explained.
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Now that the adventures of Natasha Lyonne's wandering sleuth have wrapped for Season 1, just for the heck of it, let's hash out some Poker Face details.
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There's nothing quite like a good plot twist because it's fun to get played by a film (when it's done right). These are the best fake-outs in movie history.
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"Cocaine Bear" is a hilarious killer bear thrill ride inspired by actual events. Here is everything "Cocaine Bear" doesn't tell you about the true story.
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"We Have a Ghost" is a beautifully unique film from Christopher Landon. We explore the conclusion of this heartwarming, horror-influenced family film.
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Like any meta-movie worth its salt, Die Hart is full of references to Kevin Hart's real life, Ride Along 2, and Macho Man Randy Savage's secret Slim Jim stash.
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"The Americans" is a TV show like no other. We'll lead you down the dark, wooded park path of memory lane to spy on these 14 facts only major fans will know.