Dara Drapkin-Grossi
Contributing since October, 2021
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About Dara Drapkin-Grossi
Freelance writer for MovieWeb. Overly obsessed Blockbuster Enthusiast. Horror junkie.
Latest Articles
Lucifer: The 20 Best Episodes of the Series
Lucifer was one of the best shows on television, featuring the devil and his plight in love. Here are 20 of the best episodes.
Best 2000s Theme Songs That Defined the Iconic Decade of TV
From teen dramas to all-out comedies, the 2000s were an era of television that was iconic and fresh. Here are the best theme songs of the 2000s.
Unconventional Romance: 10 Movie Couples That Were Not Meant To Be
Some love stories just can't be tied up with a pretty little bow. Here's a look at ten unconventional romance movies and the couples in each.
20 Best Rom-Coms on Netflix, Ranked
Streaming giant Netflix has a romantic comedy for every mood. Whether you're searching for a coming-of-age story or a time travel caper, we've got you covered.
A Nightmare on Elm Street (1984) Ending, Explained
Though the lore behind Freddy Krueger's persona is sometimes murky, 1984's A Nightmare on Elm Street sets him up flawlessly as a franchise kingpin.
Best Sci-Fi Movies for Kids, Ranked
Children's sci-fi films can be both creepy and adventurous. When done right, they can expand not only their film vocabulary, but also their minds.
The Best Sci-Fi Movie of Every Year in the 1980s
The 1980s made way for some of the most well-known sci-fi cult classics. Here’s the best from each year in the decade.
Best Robert De Niro Movies, Ranked
He's played America's most likable gangster and Scorsese's right-hand man. Here are Robert De Niro's best movies, ranked.
10 Best Movie and TV Adaptations of Gothic Novels
Gothic literature is often the foundation of modern horror films. Here are some of the best film and TV adaptions to date.
Top 10 Freddy Krueger Kills, Ranked
In a franchise as iconic as A Nightmare on Elm Street, it is hard to narrow down Freddy's best moments. Here are Krueger's best kills, ranked.
Hooked: The Evolution of Movie Trailers
Movie trailers are a film’s initial message to viewers. However, the way they are delivered has evolved immensely over time.
14 Horror Movie Characters That Deserved to Live
Horror films have the ability to make audiences love a character, only to kill them in the end. Here are 15 folks who deserved to live.
Goosebumps: Every Movie and TV Adaptation, Ranked
R.L. Stine's popular book series has had its monsters adapted for the screen many times. Here is every Goosebumps movie and TV show, ranked.
Why John Carpenter and David Gordon Green’s Halloween Films Make for a Perfect Spooky Season Watch
John Carpenter’s Halloween has been an October staple for decades.Green’s 2018 sequel stands tall next to the original for a Halloween must-watch.
Ripped from the Headlines: 10 Classic Horror Movies Based on True Stories
Every idea isn't always original. These are five horror movies were based on true stories, and are about to get ten times scarier.
Stranger Things: How the Netflix Series Pays Tribute to '80s Horror
Hawkins celebrates the strange and unusual elements of monster-induced horror. Here's how Stranger Things celebrates 80s horror icons.
Stranger Things: Every Major Horror Reference, Explained
One of Netflix's biggest hits, Stranger Things holds roots in the horror genre. Here's every major reference, explained.
20 Movies That Take Place on Halloween Night
Halloween has always been a major plot point for horror and horror-adjacent movies. Here are some of the best films that take place on October 31st.
Best Horror Movie Actors of All Time
Horror actors go through torturous conditions from bitter cold shoots to heavy-handed prosthetic. Here are some of the best horror actors of all time.
15 Most Essential Autumn Movies, Ranked
Autumn is the quintessential time to cozy up with a good movie. Here are the 15 most essential autumn movies, ranked.