Emily Gilbert - Looper

Location

USA

School

Academy Of Art University

Expertise

The Lord Of The Rings, Critical Role, Neil Gaiman Adaptations

• Emily has written over 280 news and feature articles for Looper since 2020.
• She completed Neil Gaiman's writing Masterclass in 2021.
• Emily has watched the extended editions of "The Lord of the Rings" (and all of the behind-the-scenes footage) to completion multiple times and is obsessed with all things fantasy-related.

Experience

Emily has dreamed of being an author since she was a 5-year-old making crude drawings and stapling the pages together. From 2010 to 2011, she wrote a column titled "The Nerd Corner" under the name J.L. Rivers for the Lima, Ohio newsletter, The Entertainer. In 2020, she began writing video game news and features for SVG, and later transitioned to writing about TV and movies for Looper.

Education

Emily graduated from the Academy of Art University with an Associate of Arts degree in Motion Picture and Television. Her education has given her first-hand knowledge of how movies and TV shows are made, as well as the impact they have on our everyday lives.

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.

Stories By Emily Gilbert

• The Ending Of The Wheel Of Time Season 2 Explained

  "The Wheel of Time" Season 2 came to a dramatic but somewhat confusing close in 2023. Here's what the ending of the second season really means.

• The Ending Of How It Ends Explained

  How It Ends is a Netflix movie with a lot of interesting ideas. However, the ending is both abrupt and a bit confusing. Here's what you need to know.

• Whatever Happened To The Cast Of Evolution?

  Although "Evolution" didn't make a huge impact at the box office when it originally came out, its ensemble cast is filled with stars, past and present.

• The Ending Of Good Omens Season 2 Explained

  The second season of "Good Omens" boasts many twists and surprises, but even eagle-eyed viewers probably won't guess where the finale ends up taking us.

• Biggest Unanswered Questions In The Witcher Season 3

  The third season of "The Witcher" is done and dusted, but there are still plenty of loose threads. These are the biggest unanswered questions from Season 3.

• The Ending Of Basic Instinct Explained

  Paul Verhoeven's "Basic Instinct" is iconic and oft-debated. Here's the ending of the 1992 Michael Douglas and Sharon Stone erotic mystery thriller explained.

• The Witcher Season 3 Trailer: Breakdown, Small Details, And Big Reveals

  Netflix has just released the trailer for Season 3 of "The Witcher" -- here are all the details and clues that we spotted for the latest season.

• The Ending Of The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Explained

  How does Midge's journey end, and how does the show wrap everything up in a neat pink bow? Let's dive in to the ending of "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel."

• The Ending Of Evil Dead II Explained

  Evil Dead II cemented Sam Raimi's horror franchise in pop culture -- but what should we make of that surprise ending?

• Whatever Happened To The Cast Of Fleabag?

  Phoebe Waller-Bridge and Olivia Colman are huge stars, but whatever happened to the rest of the cast of Fleabag?

• The 13 Best Radio Call-Ins On Frasier

  A number of big names have called into "The Dr. Frasier Crane Show," over the years, but here are our 13 favorite callers across the 11 seasons of "Frasier."

• The Ending Of The Legend Of Vox Machina Season 2 Explained

  Season 2 follows the Chroma Conclave, four ancient dragons who threaten Tal'Dorei. Here is the ending of "The Legend of Vox Machina" Season 2 explained.

• Small Details You May Have Missed In The Legend Of Vox Machina Season 2

  "The Legend of Vox Machina" is a must-see for fans of roleplaying games. Here are the small details you may have missed in "The Legend of Vox Machina" Season 2.

• The Best Movie Adaptations Of William Shakespeare's Plays, Ranked

  For over 400 years, William Shakespeare's plays have captured the attention of audiences everywhere, providing the source material for some excellent films.

• The Ending Of The Banshees Of Inisherin Explained

  The Banshees of Inisherin is set against a lush Irish countryside, but that natural beauty is marred by the darkness and the heavy metaphor at the film's heart.

• The 12 Best TV Holiday Specials That Will Make The Season Merry And Bright

  Parents, grandparents, siblings, and even your grumpy uncle can't resist watching TV holiday specials. Here are the 12 best TV holiday specials.

• Things Only Adults Notice In The Polar Express

  It's been two decades since the classic holiday adventure "The Polar Express" arrived in theaters. Here are things only adults notice in "The Polar Express."

• Small Details In Dragon Age: Absolution That Only Fans Of The Games Will Notice

  The first season of "Dragon Age: Absolution" is sure to please fans of the beloved franchise. But here are some small details only fans of the game will notice.

• The Ending Of Darby And The Dead Explained

  Here is the ending of supernatural teen comedy Darby and the Dead explained.

• Things We Want To See In The Legend Of Vox Machina Season 2

  "The Legend of Vox Machina" wowed fans when it hit screens in 2022 and with Season 2 set to premiere in early 2023, here is what we want to see in the episodes.

• Netflix's Wednesday: The 6 Best And 6 Worst Things Ranked

  Netflix's Wednesday is the streamer's attempt to revive the Addams Family with a goth teen drama, and it's not flawless. Here's the best and worst parts.

• Netflix's Wednesday: The Biggest Differences Between The Show And The Movies

  They might be altogether ooky, but they're not stuck in the '90s. Here are the big differences between Netflix's "Wednesday" and the "Addams Family" movies.

• 10 Movies Like Three Thousand Years Of Longing To Enjoy Next

  Fans of "Three Thousand Years of Longing" will love these movies that combine romance, fantasy, and epic storytelling.

• Where You've Seen The Cast Of Netflix's Inside Man Before

  The cerebral crime thriller from Steven Moffat includes some pretty famous faces. Here's where you've seen the cast of Netflix's Inside Man before.

• The 12 Best Billy On The Street Moments Ranked

  "Billy on the Street" has served up some hilarious segments from the streets of New York. Here are the 12 best "Billy on the Street" moments ranked.

• The Ending Of The School For Good And Evil Explained

  During their adventures at the School for Good and Evil, Agatha and Sophie learn that living in a fairy tale is nothing like what they expected.

• The Biggest Movie And TV Announcements At NYCC 2022

  The biggest movie and TV announcements at NYCC 2022 included sneak peeks at "The Super Mario Bros. Movie," "Wednesday," and "Velma," among other surprises.

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