Dean Black

Dean Black

Contributing Writer

Was online: August 5 at 1:16 pm Last date of publication: August 5, 2024 2:00 pm Number of publications: 729
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Dean is a freelance writer. Officially, anyway, since it's hard to keep him off other types of articles when he becomes excited. Adept to all things big and small-screen, Dean lives in his carefully set-up news feed to stay on top of any updates while simultaneously rewatching his favorite shows for the hundredth time.

An avid Harry Potter and Game of Thrones fan, he is always lurking on various fan forums in search of interesting theories or obnoxiously hot takes. Any time of the day, Dean is eager to explain why Grindelwald is superior to Voldemort in every way and how D&D's questionable decisions could fit into GRRM's lore (with effort).

Realistically, something doesn't need to be magical to hook him: as long as it's a movie, a TV show, or a video game, consider him interested.

Better yet, if he can blend a few topics into one and then compile a must-watch film list for the true connoisseurs of some half-forgotten genre like cyberpunk, neo-noir, western, or vampire novels.

When Dean can't be found among his fellow fantasy enjoyers, it typically means that he locked the door and indulges himself in one of his guilty pleasure TV shows — Blue Bloods, Chicago Fire, Friends, HIMYM, and others. Or, perhaps, he's rapidly spamming the refresh button on Box Office Mojo, ready to jump straight to writing.

Latest News by Dean Black

How Did Grindelwald Lose the Duel with Dumbledore With the 'Undefeatable' Elder Wand?
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How Did Grindelwald Lose the Duel with Dumbledore With the 'Undefeatable' Elder Wand?
The Elder Wand is deemed “undefeatable” and is supposed to turn its wielder into the most powerful wizard. How did Grindelwald lose his duel with Dumbledore, then?
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How Did Harry Potter Survive the Killing Curse in the Forbidden Forest, Explained
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Louise Everitt
Louise Everitt
How Did Harry Potter Survive the Killing Curse in the Forbidden Forest, Explained
Many Potterheads have their own theories about what went down between Harry and Voldemort in the Forbidden Forest — but J.K. Rowling shared one, as well.
Harry Potter: Here's Why No Other Sacrifice Worked the Way Lily Potter's Did
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Dean Black
Harry Potter: Here's Why No Other Sacrifice Worked the Way Lily Potter's Did
In Harry Potter, one too many characters sacrificed their lives for their loved ones, but only Lily Potter’s death produced a powerful Sacrificial Charm. Why, we hear you ask?
5 Terrifying Hive Mind Villains in Movies That’ll Make You Scared of Ants
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Dean Black
Louise Everitt
Louise Everitt
5 Terrifying Hive Mind Villains in Movies That’ll Make You Scared of Ants
The “hive mind” trope creates some of the scariest and most unique horde-style antagonists, and these five movies definitely nailed its execution.
Did Professor Slughorn Screw Over His Students to Survive the Battle of Hogwarts Himself?
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Did Professor Slughorn Screw Over His Students to Survive the Battle of Hogwarts Himself?
Oh, you bet Horace Slughorn was not going to die during the Battle of Hogwarts! The cunning Potions master ensured he’d have the best chances against the Death Eaters.
How Was Albus Dumbledore Responsible for Fake Moody Peeking at Students' Underwear?
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Dean Black
Louise Everitt
Louise Everitt
How Was Albus Dumbledore Responsible for Fake Moody Peeking at Students' Underwear?
Yes, Barty Crouch Jr. was peeking at students’ underwear; and yes, Albus Dumbledore could be responsible for that in more ways than just hiring him.
Harry Potter: Regulus Black Was a Terrible Person, and You're Ready for This Talk
Dean Black
Dean Black
Louise Everitt
Louise Everitt
Harry Potter: Regulus Black Was a Terrible Person, and You're Ready for This Talk
Many Harry Potter fans adore Regulus Black and wish he was present during the main events of the series. But guess what? Regulus was an awful human being.
5 Movie Endings So Terrible the Only Thing They Leave Is a Bitter Aftertaste, Ranked
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Dean Black
5 Movie Endings So Terrible the Only Thing They Leave Is a Bitter Aftertaste, Ranked
Even though these five movies are really popular, their endings were this close to ruining the entire thing — and we can’t help but feel there was not enough effort put into them.
Voldemort Was Nothing Compared to the True Darkest Wizard in Harry Potter
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Dean Black
Voldemort Was Nothing Compared to the True Darkest Wizard in Harry Potter
Do you still think Lord Voldemort was the worst and darkest wizard to have ever lived? Well, you’re very wrong: there were characters who pulled off even worse things.
Tom Felton Had a ‘Racy’ Nude Scene in Harry Potter That Was Later Cut
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Dean Black
Tom Felton Had a ‘Racy’ Nude Scene in Harry Potter That Was Later Cut
You wouldn’t expect naked scenes from the Harry Potter movies, but much like Daniel Radcliffe, Tom Felton had one in The Goblet of Fire — and he was upset by its removal from the final version.