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Dakota Mayes

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About Dakota Mayes

UCO grad with a passion for writing. I've been with Movieweb for almost three years now and the experience has shown me that the sky is the limit. As well as excelling in writing, I also have editing experience. If theres one thing this site has taught me its to always be up for a challenge.

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An edited image of Grant Gustin dancing in The Flash alongside Joaquin Phoenix and Lady Gaga dancing in Joker 2
The Musical Arrowverse Episode You Need to Watch Before Joker 2

With Joker 2 reportedly being a jukebox musical, this crossover episode from The Flash will act as perfect preparation for the upcoming film.

An edited image of Mark Grayson as Invincible wearing his yellow and blue suit alongside other superheroes
How Long Will We Have to Wait for Invincible Season 3?

After a long wait for Season 2 of Invincible, are things moving quicker for the third season of Prime Video's superhero series?

An edited image of Kevin Costner and Taylor Sheridan in Yellowstone alongside Clint Eastwood in Unforgiven
The Clint Eastwood Western-Thriller That Inspired Taylor Sheridan to Create Yellowstone

Taylor Sheridan has created a sprawling universe with the Yellowstone franchise, and one of Clint Eastwood's finest films helped inspire the series.

Gohan in Beast Form and Goku in Ultra Instinct in Dragon Ball Super
How Gohan’s Beast Form Is Different From Super Saiyan or Ultra Instinct in Dragon Ball Super

Is Gohan's Beast Form actually stronger than Super Saiyan and Ultra Instinct, and what are its weaknesses in Dragon Ball Super?

Dev Patel as Kid fighting in the ring and wearing a monkey mask in Monkey Man
Lord Hanuman, the God Behind Dev Patel’s Monkey Man, Explained

Hanuman is an important figure in Dev Patel's Monkey Man. Let's break down the deeper meaning of the deity in the film.

An edited image of various characters from American Horror Story seasons including Asylum, Hotel, and Freakshow
The American Horror Story Shared Universe, Explained

Though American Horror Story is an anthology series, several connections between seasons may create a shared universe in the franchise.

Scenes from 1923, Yellowstone, and 1883
10 Clever Easter Eggs Hidden in Yellowstone and its Spinoffs

Throughout the three shows in the Yellowstone franchise, there are some incredible Easter eggs that fans have picked up on.

Dr. Vegapunk and Clones from One Piece
One Piece's Dr. Vegapunk and His 6 Clones, Explained

Dr. Vegapunk has been a major character in One Piece for a long. Here is a little more insight into his character and his clones.

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Why Superman's Red Trunks Are More Important Than You Realize

Will Superman's iconic red trunks be in James Gunn's DCU? The debate is hot, and here's why they should be included.

Cole Hauser and Kevin Costner from Yellowstone
Is Yellowstone's Main Audience Missing the Message Behind the Show and its Characters?

Yellowstone has become one of the most popular shows in recent years, but is its core audience missing the point?

Scenes from Paranormal Activity, The Strangers, and The Blair Witch Project
11 Horror Movies That Lied About Being Based on a True Story

While "Based on a True Story" can add a level of tension to a film, that claim is not always as truthful as horror movies make it out to be.

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Avatar the Last Air Bender - Split image with live action and animated chatacters
Avatar: Every Upcoming Release, Explained

The animated Avatar franchise is getting ready to return to our screens. Here's every upcoming release we know about.

An edited image of Jamie Bell, Andrew Scott, Paul Mescal, and Claire Foy in All of Us Strangers
All of Us Strangers Ending, Explained

Let's break down the blind-siding ending of Andrew Haigh's devastating film, All of Us Strangers.

An edited image of The Crown Season 6
The Ending of The Crown, Explained

After six riveting season on Netflix, The Crown has officially come to an end. Let's break down the series finale.

An edited image of Hell or High Water, No Country for Old Men, and Brokeback Mountain
10 Must-Watch Westerns That Don’t Take Place in the Wild West

It's not the place that makes a western, but the key traits of the people portrayed.

An edited image of 12 Strong, Top Gun (1986), and Act of Valor
15 Action Movies That Glorify War

It's no secret that Hollywood glorifies war. When there isn't over-the-top action, it's the ideals of courage and becoming a hero for one's country.

An edited image of Princess Leia, Padme Amidala, and Rey Skywalker in Stars
Do the Star Wars Movies Pass the Bechdel Test?

From Padme Amidala to, of course, Princess Leia, Star Was has its share of strong women characters, but do the movies pass the Bechdel test?

Vincent D'Onofrio in a white suit with blood on his jacket as Kingpin in Echo
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Explained: Is the MCU's Kingpin Really That Powerful?

Following Fisk's return in Hawkeye and Echo, here's an examination of how powerful the MCU's Kingpin is.

Explained Is The Punisher Connected to the MCU
Explained: Is The Punisher Connected to the MCU?

With Daredevil's recent appearances through the MCU, many wonder if The Punisher is also connected. Here's what we know so far.

An edited image of Cimarron, McCabe & Mrs. Miller, and The Assassination of Jesse James by the Coward Robert Ford
10 Most Authentic Western Movies That Are Historically Accurate

Authenticity and historical accuracy are the name of the game for these 10 great westerns.

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