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Erin Underwood
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Technology story teller at MIT Technology Review.

Movie reviewer at YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ErinUnderwood

Longtime member of SF/F/H fandom, writer, and con runner. :-)
Hamnet (2025), Movie Review: A Heartbreaking Masterpiece

Hamnet is a new movie, starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, about the marriage of William Shakespeare and his early family life.
Hamnet (2025), Movie Review: A Heartbreaking Masterpiece
Hamnet is a new movie, starring Jessie Buckley and Paul Mescal, about the marriage of William Shakespeare and his early family life.
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November 18, 2025 at 2:14 AM
When a new version of Frankenstein comes along, it has to rise to the occasion. It has to bring something new, something innovative, something worthy of Shelley’s masterpiece. So, is that what director and writer Guillermo del Toro achieves?
Frankenstein (2025) Review – Would Mary Shelley Like Guillermo del Toro’s Movie?
When a new version of Frankenstein comes along, it has to rise to the occasion. It has to bring something new, something innovative, something worthy of Shelley’s masterpiece. So, is that what director and writer Guillermo del Toro achieves?
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October 19, 2025 at 12:10 PM
Good Fortune transforms Keanu Reeves from everyone’s favorite gun wielding assassin in the John Wick universe into a miracle wielding angel with wings that are a couple sizes too small. This film genuinely had me LAUGHING! Check out my review to see if this one is for you

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Good Fortune Movie Review | Keanu Reeves Is Heaven-Sent Comedy Gold
YouTube video by Erin Underwood Presents
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October 17, 2025 at 11:13 AM
I've connected my Bluesky account to my website on Wordpress so that my posts show up over here.... and I hate that it doesn't include the photos. Ugh.
October 17, 2025 at 11:13 AM
The film Good Fortune transforms Keanu Reeves from everyone’s favorite gun wielding assassin in the John Wick universe into a miracle wielding angel with wings that are a couple sizes too small. Check out my review to see if this comedy is for you.
Good Fortune Movie Review | Keanu Reeves Is Heaven-Sent Comedy Gold
The film Good Fortune transforms Keanu Reeves from everyone’s favorite gun wielding assassin in the John Wick universe into a miracle wielding angel with wings that are a couple sizes too small.
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October 17, 2025 at 9:27 AM
Kiss of the Spider Woman is a sexy and flirty film with a daring love story set in Argentina’s darkest years, blending politics, fantasy, and music into a tale of survival and human connection. Check out my review to see if it's for you.
Kiss of the Spider Woman (2025), Movie Review | A Gritty, Revolutionary, Love Story
Kiss of the Spider Woman is a sexy and flirty film with a daring love story set in Argentina’s darkest years, blending politics, fantasy, and music into a tale of survival and connection.
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October 15, 2025 at 9:55 PM
TRON: ARES is a visual spectacle with a standalone script for new audiences, but it's got some problems. However, it's the tech that I loved and hated with this film. Check out my review to see if it's for you.
Tron: Ares – Disney’s Bold Reboot or a Broken Franchise?
TRON: ARES is a visual spectacle with a standalone script for new audiences, but it's got some problems. However, it's the tech that I loved and hated with this film. Check out my review to see if it's for you.
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October 13, 2025 at 11:23 AM
My review takes a different slant on One Battle After Another. The presentation of the politics are too obvious. So, what's the real point of the film, and what are we missing? Check out my review and let me know what you think.
One Battle After Another, Movie Review | A Film that Subverts Political Expectations
One Battle After Another is a wild, sprawling film that pulls together a story about protest, domestic terrorism, family, politics, race, sex, and ideology into a complex and deeply flawed film...on purpose! But why?
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October 12, 2025 at 1:03 PM
John Candy was a comedy icon, and the new biography captures the man behind the screen beautifully. Check out my review, and let me know which of his films you loved most.
John Candy: I Like Me, Movie Review | The Kindness Behind the Comedy
John Candy: I Like Me is a portrait of someone who wasn’t just funny on screen but who carried his pain, his joy, and his sense of compassion into the characters he played.
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October 11, 2025 at 10:09 AM
I'm a dog lover, so I was a little nervous going in to watch the new horror film Good Boy, and I have to say that it's unlike any horror story I have seen. Check out my review to find out if this one is for you.
Good Boy (2025) Movie Review | The Most Unusual Horror Film of the Year
Imagine being caught in your dog’s horror story. That’s exactly what the new film Good Boy explores ... and it’s unlike anything I’ve seen before.
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October 6, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, Movie Review | Can Newcomers Keep Up?

This was my very first experience with Demon Slayer, so you’re getting a complete newbie’s perspective on Infinity Castle. Is this a tough entry point for new viewers? That's what I wanted to find out!
Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle, Movie Review | Can Newcomers Keep Up?
This was my very first experience with Demon Slayer, so you’re getting a complete newbie’s perspective on Infinity Castle. Is this a tough entry point for new viewers? That's what I wanted to find out!
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September 26, 2025 at 12:23 PM
#WritingOpportunity: MIT Technology Review is seeking pitches from journalists or experts with a strong idea. Theme is Crime.

Looking for: narrative features, investigations, essential profiles, and super-sharp essays.

Pitch deadline: Sept 26. Pitch guide: www.technologyreview.com/how-to-pitch...
How to pitch MIT Technology Review
MIT Technology Review welcomes pitches from freelance writers across a broad range of topics. We encourage writers of all skill levels, and from all backgrounds, to pitch us. We are especially interes...
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September 26, 2025 at 2:39 AM
Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale isn’t just a farewell to fans as the Crawley family steps into the next phase of their lives.
Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale | Scandal, Sacrifice, and Goodbyes
Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale isn’t just a farewell to fans as the Crawley family steps into the next phase of their lives. It’s also the close of an era told through small stories designed to have a big impact. It’s got grand designs for sure, but does the film deliver the ending fans have been waiting for all these years?
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September 25, 2025 at 3:20 PM
Just watched Together (2025)—and wow. It’s a weird, intimate, terrifying mix of body horror and emotional romance that actually works. 🎥💔 Check out my spoiler-free review of one of the most unexpected horror films of the year. *Horror done right.*

Watch the review here 👉 youtu.be/qMExZtbK_0M
Together Movie Review | This Strange Horror Romance Actually Works
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July 30, 2025 at 7:47 AM
I just saw THE HOME—a new horror film that I think deserves a look.
If you’re into character driven horror with a strong story and creative twists, this one might surprise you too.
Here’s my review if you want to know why I think this film deserves some attention:
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The Home Movie Review: 2025’s Creepiest Hidden Horror?
YouTube video by Erin Underwood Presents
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July 24, 2025 at 12:12 PM
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If you care about science fiction, fantasy, or horror, this nonprofit magazine is essential. They’re far behind on their fundraiser goal, and time is running out.

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May 27, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Are you watching MURDERBOT on Apple TV? It's a fun new show. Here's my review of the first two episodes!

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Murderbot TV Series Review - Did They Get It Right?
YouTube video by Erin Underwood Presents
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May 24, 2025 at 6:20 PM
The issue between Harvard & the federal government has been on my mind because it isn’t just about Harvard. So, I wrote an opinion piece for about what happens when the federal government pressures institutions to break the law or be punished. It should matter to us all:
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OPINION: Does the Federal Government’s Fight with Harvard Threaten Us All?
There’s a quiet but historic showdown unfolding between Harvard University and the United States federal government. At first glance, it…
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April 20, 2025 at 2:21 PM
Posting this here because it feels safe since most of my friends here know Steven Brust. I just got this "message" from his X (formerly Twitter) account. Is it real? Does he need help? Or has he been hacked?
April 3, 2025 at 1:14 PM
You know, I have been thinking a lot about electric cars. I can't get one right now, but if I could it would be a RIVIAN. I don't think I could ever buy a Tesla at this point. Elon has so damaged the way I think about Teslas that I just couldn't "love" my car.
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Meet Rivian | Electric vehicles built for adventure
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March 30, 2025 at 1:11 AM
I keep forgetting that Bluesky exists! Then, whenever I come here, I realize that all of the people I love and like most are here and I actually like almost ALL of the content I am seeing in my feed!
snoopy is hugging woodstock with hearts in his eyes and the words `` hugs love you '' .
ALT: snoopy is hugging woodstock with hearts in his eyes and the words `` hugs love you '' .
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March 29, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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March 29, 2025 at 11:46 AM
Black Bag Movie Review – A Sexy Spy Thriller Worth Watching

The new film Black Bag stars Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender. This spy drama has more twists than a pretzel, but does it deliver on the espionage thrills we’ve come to expect or does it fizzle under the weight of its own seriousness?
Black Bag Movie Review – A Sexy Spy Thriller Worth Watching
The new film Black Bag stars Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender. This spy drama has more twists than a pretzel, but does it deliver on the espionage thrills we’ve come to expect or does it fizzle under the weight of its own seriousness?
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March 28, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Snow White Review: Breaking Down the Live-Action Adaptation

After months of controversy and speculation, Disney’s live-action Snow White is finally here, but does it live up to the legacy of the animated classic? In this spoiler-filled review, I unpack the film’s strongest moments, missteps, and…
Snow White Review: Breaking Down the Live-Action Adaptation
After months of controversy and speculation, Disney’s live-action Snow White is finally here, but does it live up to the legacy of the animated classic? In this spoiler-filled review, I unpack the film’s strongest moments, missteps, and what Rachel Zegler, Gal Gadot, and Disney got right—and wrong—in their bold retelling of a timeless tale. Check out my review and let me know what you thought of the film.
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March 23, 2025 at 12:57 AM
The Recruit Review: Legal Drama Meets Espionage

What if your first job out of law school threw you straight into the CIA and the world of international espionage? That’s exactly what happens to Owen Hendricks in The Recruit, but does this mix of legal drama and high-stakes spy action create a…
The Recruit Review: Legal Drama Meets Espionage
What if your first job out of law school threw you straight into the CIA and the world of international espionage? That’s exactly what happens to Owen Hendricks in The Recruit, but does this mix of legal drama and high-stakes spy action create a thrilling ride, or does it push the limits of believability?
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March 22, 2025 at 2:07 AM