Mae Abdulbaki
Movie Reviews Editor
Contributing since July, 2019
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Author Details
Mae is a writer and editor. She previously wrote about a variety of entertainment for Inverse, CinemaBlend, Pajiba, and The Young Folks. She has also been a juror for various film festivals. She enjoys discussing all things entertainment, but loves to dance, read, and paint when she's not busy watching movies and TV shows.
Industry Focus
Mae is a Movie Reviews Editor with Screen Rant. She is a Rotten Tomatoes-approved critic, and writes reviews and features with a focus on theatrical releases and TV series. She's a proud voting member of the Critics Choice Association, Alliance of Women Film Journalists, and Black Reel Awards.
Favorite Media
Mae's favorite media varies, depending on the moment, but she currently adores The Green Knight, Turning Red, Polite Society, Past Lives, Tár, Shadow and Bone, and Bridgerton. Pride and Prejudice and My Big Fat Greek Wedding are always on the list of rewatchable films, and she has many opinions about The CW's Arrowverse.
Latest Articles
The Iron Claw Ending Explained
The Iron Claw has great performances as it follows the true story tragedies of the Von Erich family. We break down the details of the film's ending.
Dr. Death Season 2 Review: Édgar Ramirez Charms In Peacock's Chilling, Intense True Crime Story
Dr. Death brings the story of Dr. Paolo Macchiarini to the forefront in a gripping season that questions the medical industry and its negligence.
Everything Everywhere All At Once Explained: Ending, Bagel & More
The 11-time Oscar-nominee Everything Everywhere All at Once ends on a satisfying yet question-prompting note. Here's the EEAAO ending explained.
Evil Season 4: Cast, Story & Everything We Know
Evil season 3 ended on a cliffhanger that sets up season 4 quite nicely. Here is every update to know about season 4.
No Hard Feelings Ending Explained
No Hard Feeling's ending wraps up characters' storylines. We break down the biggest pulls from the ending, how the comedy compares to others & more.
The Creator Ending Explained
The Creator ends on a hopeful note. We break down the sci-fi film's ending, what the future holds for AI in the movie, what's next for Alphie & more.
How Old Willy Wonka Is In Each Movie Compared To The Actors' Ages
Willy Wonka has been portrayed a few times on the big screen, each at a unique stage in life. We break down Wonka's age vs. the actors playing him.
All 3 Willy Wonka Movies, Ranked Worst To Best
Thanks to the book and the movie adaptations, Willy Wonka has become a classic character. With three films having been released, we compare them.
The Boys In The Boat Review: George Clooney Directs A Hollow, Passive, Emotionless Sports Biopic
The Boys in the Boat turns an intriguing story into a snoozefest. The characters are devoid of depth and emotion, making it hard to become invested.
Wonka Ending Explained
Paul King's Wonka follows the tite character as he journeys to open his famous chocolate factory. We dig deeper into the prequel's biggest takeaways.
Wonka Soundtrack Guide: Every Song & When It Plays In The Movie
The Wonka prequel is a musical featuring a plethora of numbers performed by the cast. We break down every song and at what point it's featured.
Percy Jackson & The Olympians Review: Finally, An Adaptation That's Faithful To Rick Riordan's Book
Percy Jackson and the Olympians starts off on a strong note. The main characters gel really well together and the story is well-paced and intriguing.
The Iron Claw Review: Zac Efron & Holt McCallany Astonish In Emotional, Harrowing Wrestling Biopic
Zac Efron really gives it his all in this heartbreaking wrestling film about the Von Erich family. The biopic details the complexity of the family.
Christmas As Usual Cast & Character Guide
Netflix brings us another holiday movie with the Norwegian film Christmas as Usual. We break down the cast, who they play & their other projects.
Bridgerton Season 3 Skipping Benedict's Story Is An Opportunity To Fix A Major Book Complaint
Bridgerton season 3 is bypassing Benedict's romance, but that could mean good news, as the show could finally do something different with his story.
What Happened To Isidor Rabi After Oppenheimer
Oppenheimer showed us glimpses of Isidor Rabi, a physicist and friend of Oppenheimer's. We break down what happened to Rabi after the film ended.
Poor Things Ending Explained
Yorgos Lanthimos' Poor Things puts Emma Stone front and center. Her character, Bella, has quite the journey, and we break down the film's ending.
The Artful Dodger Parents Guide: Is It Suitable For Kids?
The Artful Dodger brings the characters from Oliver Twist to life in another capacity. The series has a lot going on, but is it appropriate for kids?
Wonka Review: Timothée Chalamet Struggles To Fully Embrace Willy Wonka In A Visually Vibrant Musical
Though it has its merits, an excellent supporting cast & fun musical numbers, Wonka wobbles in its journey & storylines while remaining heartfelt.
Natalie Portman’s New Netflix Drama Features Her Darkest Movie Ending Since 13-Year-Old Horror Hit
Natalie Portman plays an actress in Todd Haynes' latest film, May December. Interestingly, her character resembles another she's played in the past.