School
Christopher Newport University
Expertise
Marvel Comics, Golden Age Hollywood, David Lynch Movies
- Kayleigh is the Reviews Editor for Women Write About Comics, a three-time Eisner Award-winner for Best Comics-Related Periodical/Journalism.
- She has been a featured guest on multiple comic book and pop culture podcasts, including That's The Issue, It Pod To Be You, Bitches on Comics, and Shelfdust Presents.
- Kayleigh contributed to the Kickstarter collection Called into Being: A Celebration of Frankenstein, and her short fiction has been published in the Decoded Pride anthology.
Experience
An avid fan of comic books, science fiction, cult films, and other bits of pop culture ephemera, Kayleigh Hearn has been a professional writer and editor since 2013. She has written for multiple publishers and digital outlets, including 2000AD.com, The Gutter Review, PanelxPanel, Shelfdust, Silver Sprocket, SOLRAD, Talk Film Society, and Women Write About Comics, the latter of which has been archived at the Library of Congress. In 2019, she moderated the panel "Science Fiction and Social Justice" at Small Press Expo. Kayleigh joined Looper in 2021 as a features writer.
Education
Kayleigh has a bachelor's degree in Creative Writing from Christopher Newport University.
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Horror & Thriller
By Kayleigh Hearn
Before he attempted to murder the Man of Steel in "Superman," Nicholas Hoult warmed audiences' hearts with his role in this underrated classic zombie movie.
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Horror & Thriller
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These 15 poor excuses for horror movies are so bad that they might even try the considerable patience of the most devoted genre fan.
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Romance Movies
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"Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" is a classic, mind-bending mix of sci-fi and romance, and these 15 movies all share something in common with it.
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Rogue and Magneto's relationship is one of the longest and most complicated in X-Men history - and that's saying a lot! We break it all down for you.
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As if her journey on "The Penguin" wasn't dark enough, the comic book version of the show's Sofia Falcone travels down an even bleaker path.
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Drama Movies
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The twist ending of 2024's "Conclave" brings the movie's themes of power, secrecy, and tradition vs. progress into perfect focus.
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The MCU is known for post-credits scenes that hint at adventures to come. But you might be surprised at how many of those have gone nowhere.
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TV Dramas
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Columbo is widely regarded as one of the greatest TV detectives of all time, and these 12 episodes are perfect examples of why.
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"Daredevil: Born Again" is introducing Heather Glenn to the MCU. Here's everything you need to know about the character and her tragic comic book history.
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Over the past several years, Marvel has been best known for its big-budget live-action films, but it also has plenty of top-notch animated movies.
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You're likely familiar with X-Men's Juggernaut, but did you know that he's related to one of the most iconic members of the franchise?
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Remember when Reese Witherspoon and Mark Wahlberg starred in a '90s thriller together? Here's everything you need to know about the ending of "Fear."
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The world of DC Comics is populated with plenty of strong superheroes, but we've also had some frighteningly powerful villains across the years.
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Television
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"Secret Invasion" promises to deliver plenty of surprises -- including the possibility than many heroes are Skrulls. Here's ones you might see on Disney+.
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Cartoon Shows
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The animated "Spider-Woman" series is a mixed bag, but some episodes are unmissable for Marvel fans. We've ranked every episode of the show from worst to best.
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Fans of The Maltese Falcon have a whole universe of amazing noir movies to explore. Here are some of the very best movies for fans of The Maltese Falcon to see.
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Television
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From Lestat's death to Claudia's past, these are the biggest differences between the "Interview with the Vampire" books and TV series.
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Exclusives
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Despite a positive response from critics, "She-Hulk: Attorney at Law" isn't totally in the green. These are the best and worst things about the Marvel show.
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Television
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The FX vampire comedy series "What We Do in the Shadows" contains plenty of clever nods and references. Here are some small details you may have missed.
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From Hulk's thunderclap to Jennifer's history of breaking the fourth wall, these are the Easter eggs you might have missed in "She-Hulk: Attorney at Law."
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Interested in catching up on Jennifer Walters' backstory in the funny books? Here are some Marvel comics to read before you see She-Hulk: Attorney at Law.
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In his decades of Marvel Comics appearances, Wolverine has had over a dozen kids and clones. Here are all of Wolverine's children and their origins explained.
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Exclusives
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Whether you're a dedicated, diehard otaku or a curious new fan eager to dive in, we've got you covered with the best anime films on Netflix.
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Romance Movies
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The best streaming romance movies range from silly high-concept farces to bittersweet weepies. Here's where you can find them.
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One of Hollywood's all-time beauties, Princess Grace Kelly dominated film for 5 years, then retired. From "Rear Window" to "Dial M for Murder," we look back.
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Cartoon Shows
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Audiences of all ages are drawn to "Gravity Falls," a show that rewards multiple viewings. Here are 20 shows like "Gravity Falls" you need to watch.
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With its unusual pedigree and multiple endings, Clue is a unique flick. Here are thirty films like Clue that amateur sleuths should seek out next.
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