Mary Beth McAndrews

Mary Beth McAndrews thinks found footage is good and will fight you if you say otherwise. When she's not writing, she's searching for Mothman with her two cats. Follow her on Twitter @mbmcandrews. (She/Her)
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The Portrayal of OCD in ‘Black Swan’

By Mary Beth McAndrews 

Beyond its body horror and psychedelic visuals, the 2010 film tells a story of living with obsessive-compulsive disorder.

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Make the Yuletide Gay: Why We Need More Queer Christmas Movies

By Mary Beth McAndrews 

Clea DuVall’s ‘Happiest Season’ proves the want and need for LGBTQ+ Christmas stories.

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The Ending of ‘Possessor’ Explained

By Mary Beth McAndrews 

Underneath the blood and violence of Brandon Cronenberg’s sophomore feature lies a story about discovering your true identity.

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‘The Witches’ Brings Horror to a New Generation

By Mary Beth McAndrews 

Robert Zemeckis’ version of ‘The Witches’ has arrived and is ready to traumatize an all-new generation.

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The Ending of ‘The Matrix’ Explained

By Mary Beth McAndrews 

While the ending of ‘The Matrix ‘seems overwhelmingly positive, Neo is in fact stuck in a cycle of control, which continues through the next two films.

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‘Monsterland’ Covers a Vast and Desolate Landscape of Horrors

By Mary Beth McAndrews 

The anthology series does not create fear with gore or jump scares; instead, ‘Monsterland’ delivers it through existential panic.

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The Ending of ‘Neon Genesis Evangelion’ Explained

By Mary Beth McAndrews 

Hideaki Anno’s masterpiece ‘Neon Genesis Evangelion’ is a story of love and loss with a rather puzzling conclusion that may leave some viewers feeling cold.

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The Timeless Nihilism of ‘Se7en’

By Mary Beth McAndrews 

Released 25 years ago, David Fincher’s film is a crushing look at just how meaningless life can be.

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The Honest and Complex Portrayal of Immigration in ‘Lingua Franca’

By Mary Beth McAndrews 

Isabel Sandoval’s Netflix film offers a response to America’s obsession with immigration.