Tessa Smith

Tessa Smith

Freelance Writer

Tessa Smith is a Rotten Tomatoes Tomatometer-approved Film and TV Critic. She also runs the entertainment news website Mamas Geeky and is also a Freelance Writer. Tessa has been in the Entertainment writing business for ten years and is a member of several Critics Associations, including the Critics Choice Association.

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Tessa Smith's Latest The Direct Articles

Zootopia 2's Secret Villain Is a Major Character from Nick's Past According to Disney Movie Theory

The Zootopia 2 trailer gave fans a quick look at the film's villain, who could be someone from Nick's past.

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Lilo & Stitch Live-Action Ending Explained (And Why The Animated Version Is So Much Better)

The Lilo & Stitch live-action ending features several key changes from the animated version.

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Lilo and Stitch 2025 Post-Credit Scene Explained: How Disney Brings It All Together (Spoilers)

Does the live-action Lilo & Stitch have an end credits scene? Yes, and you don't want to miss it.

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School Spirits Season 2 Episode 8 Review — Finale Twists Galore

The finale of Season 2 is filled with twists and turns, and doesn't disappoint.

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School Spirits Season 2 Just Pulled an Extremely Rare Feat (Episode 7 Review)

Janet has a lot of explaining to do in this emotional installment of School Spirits.

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Gladiator 2 Is Not Perfect, But You Will Be Entertained (Review)

Ridley Scott's Roman epic has plenty to bring to the table, even if stuff slips through the cracks.

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My Hero Academia: You’re Next Is A Meaningful Addition To The Franchise (Review)

While My Hero Academia stands alongside the series, it is absolutely worth watching.

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My Hero Academia: You're Next Movie's Dark Storylines Explained by Stars (Exclusive)

The Japenese and English voice actors talk about their newest film in the My Hero Academia series.

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