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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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Reebok is rereleasing Ripley’s badass sneakers from ‘Aliens’

The 'Alien' franchise is getting its own holiday like May 4th, and it includes the reissue of these classic sneakers.

On Mar 30, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Why the ‘critics versus audience’ defense of ‘Batman v Superman’ is meaningless

Is the film's box-office success just a victory of marketing?

On Mar 28, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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A heartwarming story from the ‘Tails from ‘Sonic’ is NOT gay!’ Facebook page

Moderating a homophobic Sonic the Hedgehog fanpage gets awkward when your brother comes out as gay.

On Mar 27, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Vine account aims to ruin your favorite Disney cartoons

Princess Jasmine did WHAT in the marketplace?

On Mar 27, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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‘Batman v Superman’ is one of Hollywood’s most fascinating failures

Zack Snyder reimagines DC Comics' beloved heroes as violent murderers, duking it out in an ugly CGI landscape.

On Mar 25, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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The cavernous plot hole at the heart of ‘Daredevil’ season 2

There's a huge plot hole in the middle of 'Daredevil' season 2, and we want answers.

On Mar 24, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Zack Snyder defends ‘Man of Steel’ death toll with ‘Star Wars’ comparison

Does Zack Snyder's 'Star Wars' comparison really make sense?

On Mar 23, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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The true message of ‘Daredevil’ season 2: Matt Murdock is a terrible superhero

Daredevil doesn't seem to be saving anyone—especially himself.

On Mar 22, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Why Hollywood should take ‘Superman’ back to the 1950s where he belongs

Superman's optimism is out of sync with DC's gritty modern universe.

On Mar 22, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Dozens dead, more than 200 injured in bombings at Brussels airport and metro station

This story is developing.

On Mar 22, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Artist creates stunning Chinese opera versions of ‘Star Wars’ and Marvel characters

This fanart is beautiful and incredibly original.

On Mar 21, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Relive 1960s Batman in deliciously cheesy, bite-sized Vine clips

BatLabels post out-of-context moments from the 1960s Batman TV series, and every one is a masterpiece.

On Mar 21, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Emma Watson and Lin-Manuel Miranda sort the cast of ‘Hamilton’ into Hogwarts houses

It should be against the law to be this charming.

On Mar 17, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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Decoding the artistic inspiration behind ‘Daredevil’s gorgeous season 2 posters

The posters for 'Daredevil' season 2 are full of Catholic imagery from artists like Caravaggio and Michelangelo.

On Mar 15, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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The Punisher shines in ‘Daredevil’ season 2, but the story breaks little new ground

'Daredevil' returns this weekend, and we've seen the first seven episodes.

On Mar 15, 2016 by Gavia Baker-Whitelaw

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