Margaret David
School
Schoolcraft College
Expertise
Star Wars, Marvel Cinematic Universe, Classic Science Fiction
- Margaret helped grow one of Southeast Michigan's best comic book shops for half a decade, witnessing fans discover Iron Man and the MCU from the very beginning.
- She's been a science-fiction fan since the early internet, taking part in conversations with J. Michael Stracyznski and other Babylon 5 fans on Usenet.
- In 2019, Margaret had the opportunity to briefly meet MCU stars Zawe Ashton, Charlie Cox, and Tom Hiddleston after a Tony-nominated Broadway performance of Betrayal.
Experience
Margaret is a lifetime fangirl who's as adept at building Gundam models as she is explaining niche Marvel and Star Wars lore. She's been a freelance writer with /Film for two years, after making her start with CBR and a string of hit articles. She can also be found writing about video games and even more movie madness at Den of Geek.
Education
Margaret has a collegiate education in philosophy and classic history. She's also a hobbyist researcher specializing in conflict and aftermath.
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Stories By Margaret David
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We've traveled from the plains of Wakanda to the depths of Talocan to bring you the moments in Black Panther: Wakanda Forever that made us stand up and cheer.
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Huge franchises like "Star Trek" have long dominated the sci-fi TV landscape, but these lesser-known shows are worth your time.
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To help fans keep the dream of more "Hannibal" alive, dive into any one of these 12 shows to at least sate your appetite temporarily.
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These are the 10 best religious horror movies you need to check out, with some of the best scares, best devils, and even the best musical numbers of all time.
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From off-kilter to sinister to touching, Willem Dafoe's performances run the gamut of emotions. These are his best screen moments.
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If nothing is more terrifying than the unknown, these faceless sci-fi villains are the most fearsome forces of evil in the universe.
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Here, we explore Studio Ghibli's range of fantastical films. We investigate if Letterboxd fans got their ranking right with seminal films like "Spirited Away,"
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With the series scheduled to end on a truncated third season, here's a rundown of the most disturbing scenes in "The Owl House" so far.
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In between waiting for each new episode, here are 13 fantasy shows like "The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power" you can watch now.
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Based on what we've seen so far in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, here are our predictions for where the X-Men, Punisher, and more will go in next the MCU.
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From "Highlander: The Series" to "Buffy the Vampire Slayer," these action-packed shows are sure to satisfy fans of "The Witcher."
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Life on the final frontier isn't always a peaceful utopia. Sometimes, Starfleet runs into some species and entities that require a little "cowboy diplomacy."
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After watching Idris Elba brawl with a lion, check out these movies to feed the beast inside you.
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Fans of Denis Villeneuve's Arrival should have these thoughtful, empathetic, and twisty stories about first contact on their radar.
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There's never been a film franchise as successful as the Marvel Cinematic Universe, but even so, comic book fans still have a few bones to pick.
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Star Wars remains a fun franchise, but it doesn't shy away from the dark side of war. Here are the most brutal moments from the beloved Star Wars universe.
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Netflix's long-awaited adaptation of Neil Gaiman's "The Sandman" is finally here, and it's a heartbreaker in all the best ways.
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A bad guy we can empathize with has a chance to win. Let's meet some of the sci-fi villains that were more right than we want to admit.
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Do you remember these bizarre Sci-fi and fantasy kids' movies? Relive the trauma now!
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The future is here, and these science fiction classics saw it coming.
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We unravel the often contradictory history of the alien species known as the Yautja and their appearances in film, literature, and comics. Get to the choppa!
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From post-apocalyptic hellscapes to rigid totalitarian societies, science fiction is filled with visions of dystopian futures. These are the worst of the worst.
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These sci-fi flicks shocked audiences by dropping the hammer on beloved characters in cruel and unusual ways.
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Every geek has at least one science fiction movie they loved that doesn't feel so great anymore. Here is our list of sci-fi movies that didn't age well at all!
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These science fiction features prove that imagination and a great script are more important than millions of dollars in special effects.
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"Star Trek: Lower Decks" takes a look at the less glamorous side of life in Starfleet. Here's why it's the best offering from the venerable sci-fi franchise.
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For over half a century, "Star Trek" has taken fans to the edge of the final frontier. Here's our ranking of the venerable sci-fi franchise's TV outings.