Author Details
Rachel LaBonte is one of Screen Rant's core news editors and movie/TV critics. A graduate of Emerson College, she majored in Media Arts Production while specializing in screenwriting. She's been a writer since high school. Most notably, she wrote for Emerson's website Emertainment Monthly, and one of her film reviews won an Evvy (Emerson's student awards) for Best Review.
Industry Focus
Rachel's love of film and television stretches across numerous genres, with her specialties being fantasy, YA, and romance. When she was a staff writer for Screen Rant, she would focus on the titles she knew best, which included Criminal Minds, Avatar: The Last Airbender, and anything involving the MCU.
Favorite Media
It seems Rachel's favorite movies and shows are ever-changing as she watches more and more, but there remain several constants. Criminal Minds has been a go-to for her since high school, while Captain America will always be her most beloved superhero. These days, she can be found raving over the latest Succession episode.
Rick & Morty Season 7's Justin Roiland Replacement Actors Revealed
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Exposure Review: A Psychological Thriller With Something To Say
Exposure succeeds in presenting OCD without judgment and telling a genuinely compelling story that raises some fascinating moral questions.
Goosebumps Season 1 Review: R.L. Stine’s Classic Spooky Tales Feel Fresh Again
There's plenty excitement to be found in Goosebumps as several of Stine's classic novels are reimagined and an intriguing mystery takes hold.
The Exorcist: Believer Review - Odom Jr. & Burstyn Elevate Gripping, Tame Horror Revival
Though somewhat tame, The Exorcist: Believer finds surprising emotional heft and genuine thrills as it attempts to revive an iconic horror franchise.
Reptile Review: Benicio Del Toro Skillfully Leads Uneven, Frustrating Crime Drama
Reptile gets an extra edge thanks to its rock-solid cast and sufficiently gripping mystery, but it never coalesces into anything incredible.
Writers & Studios Reach Tentative Deal To End Strike, WGA Celebrates Landmark Agreement
After days of concentrated negotiations, the Writers Guild of America and the AMPTP have reached a tentative deal that could end the writers strike.
The Continental: From The World Of John Wick Review - Bloated Series Struggles
The Continental struggles to replicate what makes the John Wick movies so appealing, even as it offers a deeper look at the assassin's world.
Fremont Review: A Slow Burn Character Study With Genuine Heart
Those willing to embark on Fremont's modest, gently heartbreaking (but also uplifting) journey will find themselves rewarded by what it has to offer.
Aquaman 2 Teaser Trailer: Black Manta Comes For Jason Momoa's DC Hero In Long-Awaited Footage
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The Idol Season 2 Not Moving Forward At HBO Following Controversial Season 1
Following numerous controversies both onscreen and off, Sam Levinson and The Weeknd's divisive music drama The Idol has been cancelled at HBO.
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The Hill Review: Dennis Quaid Leads A Biopic Unable To Find Genuine Drama
The Hill doesn't properly sell the obstacles in Rickey's way, and its refusal to deepen its central figure makes the whole affair feel hollow.
Strays Review: Will Ferrell & Jamie Foxx Are A Great Duo In Awkward Comedy
Though it makes some attempts at finding genuine heart (and does at times succeed), Strays' contrasting tones makes for an awkward watch.
Grey's Anatomy Star's Reaction To Only Murders Season 3's Grey’s New Orleans: Family Burn Unit Parody Revealed
Only Murders in the Building producer John Hoffman reveals how Grey's Anatomy alum Jesse Williams reacted to a new joke about the medical drama.
Heart Of Stone Review: Gal Gadot Shows Off Action Chops In Generic Spy Thriller
Netflix's Heart of Stone attempts to put its own spin on a familiar action flick and break through that mold, but its results are mixed.
Disney Plus & Hulu Next Streamers To Crack Down On Password Sharing
During Disney's earnings call, CEO Bob Iger announced the company's intention to look into password sharing for streaming services Disney+ and Hulu.
Why Jesse Williams Left Grey's Anatomy After 12 Seasons Explained
Since his departure in Grey's Anatomy season 17, fans of the medical drama wonder why Jackson Avery ator Jesse Williams chose to leave.
"I Do Not Support Striking": Arrow Star Stephen Amell Criticizes Actors Strike, Declares It "Incredibly Frustrating"
During a recent convention appearance, Heels' Stephen Amell criticized the ongoing actors strike, calling it "incredibly frustrating" and "reductive."
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Following the heartbreaking ending of Good Omens season 2, fans have taken to social media to express their feelings of both elation and devastation.
Only Murders In The Building Season 3 Review: Murder Mystery Is Still A Winner
Thanks to a winning cast (now including two major stars) and an enticing new mystery, Only Murders in the Building still remains light on its feet.