Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

Gavia Baker-Whitelaw is a staff writer at the Daily Dot, covering geek culture and fandom. Specializing in sci-fi movies and superheroes, she also appears as a film and TV critic on BBC radio. Elsewhere, she co-hosts the pop culture podcast Overinvested. Follow her on Twitter: @Hello_Tailor

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‘Star Trek: Boldly Go’ comic finally gives Jaylah from ‘Star Trek Beyond’ a backstory

Jaylah was the best new 'Star Trek' character in years, so we're glad to see her appear in the comics.

On Feb 16, 2017 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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‘Legion’ recap: Did David Haller just join a cult?

We're only two episodes in, but right now 'Legion' is surely the best superhero show on TV.

On Feb 16, 2017 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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A shortlist of people who should direct ‘Suicide Squad 2’ instead of Mel Gibson

Is Mel Gibson, famous for racist rants and domestic violence allegations, really the best choice for this job?

On Feb 16, 2017 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Margaret Atwood on cat puns, rat control, and Vol. 2 of comic ‘Angel Catbird’

Living legend Margaret Atwood discusses her work on 'Angel Catbird,' her favorite comics, and more.

On Feb 16, 2017 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Philip Pullman’s new ‘His Dark Materials’ trilogy will arrive this year

Fans have been waiting 17 years for this.

On Feb 15, 2017 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Thor and his Australian roommate are back with a hilarious new clip

This scene is just as hilarious as last year's Comic-Con mockumentary, 'Team Thor.'

On Feb 14, 2017 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Archie Comics TV deal opens the door for more adaptations

This could mean a new reboot for 'Sabrina the Teenage Witch,' or some of Archie's lesser-known titles.

On Feb 14, 2017 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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‘Captain America’ star Chris Evans is fighting white supremacists on Twitter

He's living up to Captain America's anti-fascist legacy.

On Feb 14, 2017 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Leaked photo suggests a major Klingon redesign for ‘Star Trek Discovery’

They look more like the 'Star Trek Into Darkness' Klingons than Worf from 'The Next Generation.'

On Feb 13, 2017 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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A bookstore is trolling Piers Morgan by tweeting all of ‘Harry Potter’ at him

It's never a good idea to get on the bad side of 'Harry Potter' fans.

On Feb 13, 2017 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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‘Riverdale’ embraces its complete lack of chill in episode 3

Yes, it's an Archie Comics adaptation where Betty and Veronica perform a sexy hot tub interrogation scene.

On Feb 10, 2017 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Review: ‘John Wick: Chapter 2’ lives up to the ‘John Wick’ legacy

With brutally efficient fight scenes and stylish new worldbuilding, fans of 'John Wick' will be very satisfied.

On Feb 10, 2017 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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‘Star Trek: Deep Space Nine’ documentary crowdfunds $150,000 in one day

The documentary will be directed by Adam Nimoy, son of 'Star Trek' star Leonard Nimoy.

On Feb 10, 2017 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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The U.S. ski team’s new uniforms look like Marvel superhero costumes

Say hello to the USA's Olympic cosplay team.

On Feb 10, 2017 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Netflix’s ‘The Punisher’ is a bloody crime drama

Frank Castle is 'haunted and hunted.'

On Feb 10, 2017 by Dan Marcus, Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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