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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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Watch the trailer for ‘Beauty and the Beast’ starring Emma Watson

Emma Watson's Belle is an inventor in Disney's live-action remake of the animated classic.

On Nov 14, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Marvel’s ‘Cloak and Dagger’ TV series set for 2018

One of the writers of 'Heroes' will take on Marvel's first young adult show.

On Nov 14, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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The ‘Fantastic Beasts’ franchise will span 19 years, leading to the rise of Voldemort

This 19-year timeline gives us a much better idea of how 'Fantastic Beasts' relates to the 'Harry Potter' books.

On Nov 11, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Where to find the best ‘Fantastic Beasts’ merchandise on Etsy

We see lots of nifflers and bowtruckles in our future.

On Nov 11, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Travel down geek lane with Mark Hamill’s ‘Pop Culture Quest’ webseries

Mark Hamill is touring the world in search of cool geeky collectibles.

On Nov 10, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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J.K. Rowling has a message for anyone dealing with hate this morning

"The easy thing is to keep your head down & let the bullies run amok. The right thing to do is to challenge racism, misogyny and hatred."

On Nov 9, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Some of the best writing about the 2016 election was fanfiction

Among the darker times of this election, these writers shone with humor and imagination.

On Nov 8, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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You can watch real, live ‘muggle quidditch’ games online this weekend

Quell your curiosity for the game made famous by Harry Potter.

On Nov 8, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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DC Comics’ superhero cartoon ‘Young Justice’ is returning for a third season

After three long years, everyone's favorite teen superheroes are finally coming back!

On Nov 8, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Prince Harry fights back against the ‘sexist and racist’ harassment of girlfriend Meghan Markle

'This past week has seen a line crossed.'

On Nov 8, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Elektra will return from the dead for Marvel’s ‘Defenders’

Elektra is back in action already.

On Nov 7, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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‘Wonder Woman’ actress Gal Gadot announces pregnancy on Instagram

Gal Gadot will be promoting 'Wonder Woman' through her third trimester!

On Nov 7, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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10 must-watch monster movies

Everyone loves a good creature feature.

On Nov 5, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Netflix’s ‘The Crown’ offers gorgeous but shallow depiction of Britain’s royal family

Fans of 'Downton Abbey' will love Netflix's new show about Queen Elizabeth's early years in the 1950s.

On Nov 4, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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The ‘Sandman’ movie just suffered another huge setback

According to this screenwriter, 'Sandman' just isn't suitable to adapt in a single movie, or even a trilogy.

On Nov 4, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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