School
Cornell University, Fielding Graduate University
Expertise
Marvel Cinematic Universe, Disney, Stranger Things
- Cynthia has co-authored two books on entertainment, most recently "Finding Truth in Fiction: What Fan Culture Gets Right" and "Why It's Good to Get Lost in a Story," about audiences' positive responses to fictional stories.
- She has interviewed many filmmakers and actors, including Jim Carrey, Kiefer Sutherland, Anthony and Joe Russo, Naomi Watts, and Kevin Smith.
- She's been featured in articles, radio shows, and podcasts about entertainment.
Experience
Cynthia is a writer who specializes in the film and television industry. At Looper, she writes movie reviews, interviews with filmmakers and actors, and features. She's also covered movies and TV for publications such as CBR, ScreenRant, FilmRacket, and Monsters & Critics. In addition to her writing, she has performed and published extensive research on the positive impact of pop culture on fans.
Education
Cynthia holds a bachelor's degree in film studies from Cornell University and master's and doctorate degrees in media psychology from Fielding Graduate University, which all give her a unique foundation to write about all things movies and TV.
Looper's content is a collaboration between a core group of experienced entertainment editors and a vast team of writers, graphic designers, interviewers, and experts in all things entertainment and pop culture. Our goal is to provide up-to-the-minute breaking news coverage as well as original and engaging opinion and editorial content that serves fans of movies, television, and genre media in general.
Our team of editors and advisors constantly updates and reviews articles to ensure they're current, comprehensive, and informative. Additional information on our editorial process available here.
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Disney+
By Cynthia Vinney
The fantasy drama film "Bridge to Terabithia" contains a real gut-punch moment, and it's even more heartbreaking when you learn that it's based on a true story.
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TV Dramas
By Cynthia Vinney
Enigmatic, shape-shifting, and at times either calculating or compassionate, the Major was one of the most intriguing characters on "Manifest."
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Animation Movies
By Cynthia Vinney
The first run of "Shrek" films came to an end around 15 years ago, but it received a couple spin-offs after, so you might be wondering how to watch them.
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If you didn't see the Pixar movie "Elio" during its disappointing theatrical run, you missed out on a touching and highly entertaining sci-fi film.
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Comedy Movies
By Cynthia Vinney
Prime Video's "Oh. What. Fun.," starring Michelle Pfeiffer, offers a tribute to the family member who often holds it all together during the holidays.
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Drama Movies
By Cynthia Vinney
Channing Tatum offered up a surprise hit in 2022, and it's streaming on Netflix. It's a perfect choice for animal lovers who know their pets have feelings too.
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Fantasy Movies
By Cynthia Vinney
"Elf" has become a modern Christmas classic since it was released in 2003, but there are other holiday movies that capture much of its sweet-natured spirit.
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Roger Ebert was one of the top film movie critics, respected for his thoughtful and in-depth reviews. Here are the two Marvel films that impressed him.
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When director Edgar Wright wanted to cast Glen Powell as the lead in "The Running Man," there was one movie he showed author Stephen King to gain his approval.
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Netflix
By Cynthia Vinney
One of the stars of Netflix's hit show "Stranger Things" Season 5 almost didn't take the job. They nearly retired before joining the cast.
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Cartoon Shows
By Cynthia Vinney
Animated musical comedy series "Hazbin Hotel" has a pretty large cast of lovable characters. Here's what many of the main stars look like in real life.
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Fantasy Movies
By Cynthia Vinney
Click your heels three times and explore these Oz movie adaptations, where the talking scarecrows and flying monkeys are their least bizarre aspects.
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Paramount+
By Cynthia Vinney
Released in 2002, this Leonardo DiCaprio-starring historical thriller saw a troubled production, but can now be appreciated by Paramount+ subscribers.
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TV Dramas
By Cynthia Vinney
It should come as no surprise that Quentin Tarantino has strong opinions on film and television, but we weren't expecting what he said about "True Detective."
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Horror & Thriller
By Cynthia Vinney
A classic 1992 horror epic featuring Keanu Reeves is now streaming on Netflix -- it's just too bad that Reeves is not at his finest in the movie.
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Television
By Cynthia Vinney
An advertising slogan can make or break a company, and MTV found a great one at just the right moment. As it turns out, though, it wasn't too original.
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Sitcoms
By Cynthia Vinney
For Mrs. Garret in "The Facts of Life," NBC CEO Fred Silverman chose to cast Charlotte Rae, who played Mrs. Edna Garrett from "Diff'rent Strokes." Here's why.
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Fantasy Movies
By Cynthia Vinney
Dorothy is an important figure in the world of "The Wizard of Oz," but "Wicked: For Good" has some other plans for the character.
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TV Dramas
By Cynthia Vinney
Neve Campbell might be most famous for her film and TV roles, from "Party of Five" to "Scream," but she originally came to the US to chase another career.
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Comedy Movies
By Cynthia Vinney
TIm Curry ran into Ivana Trump while filming "Home Alone 2" at the Plaza Hotel in New York City -- and told her a lie when she asked him one question.
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TV Reviews
By Cynthia Vinney
"Hazbin Hotel" Season 2 is full of what fans have come to love about the show: catchy songs, creative animation, and crude humor.
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HBO Max
By Cynthia Vinney
Bong Joon Ho's Robert Pattinson-led sci-fi satire film "Mickey 17" didn't perform well at the box office, but it has shot up the streaming charts on HBO Max.
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Netflix
By Cynthia Vinney
Coming this week to Netflix is a tense new thriller from an Oscar-winning director that examines one of the world's very worst fears.
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Fantasy Movies
By Cynthia Vinney
"Wicked" was a phenomenon and the upcoming "Wicked: For Good" is set to continue the musical magic. Here's what you need to know before seeing the sequel.
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Kristen Wiig is a comedy legend who has come a long way. One of her greatest achievements is having her name attached to this $1 billion blockbuster.
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Horror & Thriller
By Cynthia Vinney
Stephen King has always loved horror films and the monsters that make them iconic. One of his favorites is a vampire movie that deserves to be let in.
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Movie Reviews
By Cynthia Vinney
Aziz Ansari's directorial debut "Good Fortune" is a fun time, even if the ending leaves something to be desired.
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