
Dani Kessel Odom
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About Dani Kessel Odom
Dani Kessel Odom (they/them) is a Denver-based writer and editor who has worked in the business for over a decade. They received a Bachelor of Arts in English Writing from the University of Colorado–Denver with a minor in Psychology. They took courses in filmography and scriptwriting which cultivated their love of pop culture.
Industry Focus
Dani works as a Lead Writer for the New TV team at Screen Rant. They often provide analysis on new and media; however, they also enjoy writing about all things LGBTQ+, horror, and fantasy.
Favorite Media
Dani's favorite horror villains are Pennywise, Jason, and Ghostface. They often listen to true crime podcasts while driving the car and walking the dog. On the weekends, they can be found rewatching Gilmore Girls, The Magicians, and Charmed. Additionally, they collect comic books and take every opportunity to cosplay their favorite character Harley Quinn.
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Every Person Joe Was Obsessed With In You (& Whether They Survived)
During the span of five seasons, You introduces ten different people that Joe Goldberg becomes obsessed with, but less than half survive to the end.

I’m Frustrated You’s Final Season Never Solved This Love Quinn Mystery From 6 Years Ago
Although You season 5 wrapped up many storylines, the final season of the show leaves one Love Quinn mystery unanswered, and I'm frustrated.

A24's New Fantasy Movie With 80% RT Score Is One Of The Most Frustrating Movies I've Seen In Years
Even though I went into The Legend of Ochi with high hopes, A24's new fantasy movie with an 80% RT left me extremely frustrated.

3 Years After Netflix Canceled Steve Carell's Comedy Series, His New Show Is Finally Streaming & It’s Already Off To A Way Better Start
Although they canceled Steve Carell's Space Force, Netflix has finally released a new comedy series starring the actor alongside Tina Fey.

7 Reasons Bosch: Legacy's Series Finale Is So Divisive
The salt in the wound of Bosch: Legacy getting unceremoniously canceled is the fact that the show's finale is divisive, with most fans disliking it.

Doctor Who's Clever Christopher Eccleston Era Callback Explained & What It Means For Season 15's Finale
Doctor Who season 15, episode 3 includes a clever callback to the Ninth Doctor's era, connecting characters from both stories in an important way.

Why Gilmore Girls Season 7 Backtracked On Show’s Best Redemption Arc
One character changed for the better throughout Gilmore Girls' first six seasons, but the show tragically backtracked on the redemption arc.

One Small Detail In Doctor Who Season 15, Episode 3 Confirms There Are Multiple Midnight Monsters
In an easily missed moment, Doctor Who season 15, episode 3, "The Well," includes a detail that confirms multiple Midnight Monsters exist.

The Magicians Foreshadowed Season 3’s Heartbreaking Plot Twist In The First Season
The Magicians' first season foreshadows season 3's heartbreaking plot twist, which is a testament to the show's excellent writing.

Fans Might Hate It, But Sonic The Hedgehog 4 Can't Abandon The Franchise's Controversial Subplot
It's too late for Sonic the Hedgehog 4 to abandon the movie franchise's controversial subplot, no matter what some fans think.

The Fifteenth Doctor Calls Out Season 15, Episode 3's Big Twist 15 Minutes Before Doctor Who Actually Reveals It
The Fifteenth Doctor predicts the major twist in Doctor Who season 15, episode 3, fifteen minutes before the reveal, showing how clever he is.

This Charmed Storyline Still Doesn’t Make Sense To Me 22 Years Later
Even after watching Charmed dozens of times, one major storyline still doesn't make sense to me 22 years later.

New TV Show From Gilmore Girls' Creators Is A Great Reminder To Watch Amy Sherman-Palladino's 13-Year-Old Comedy That Was Shockingly Canceled After 1 Season
Prime Video's new Show Etoile provides a perfect reminder to watch the Palladinos' 13-year-old comedy, which was shockingly canceled after 1 season.

Jonathan Groff’s Étoile Season 1 Cameo Explained
One of the most notable cameos in Étoile season 1 is actor Jonathan Groff, who's onscreen for less than 3 minutes but makes an impact.

HBO’s Welcome To Derry Has The Perfect Opportunity To Confirm A Popular Stephen King Fan Theory
It: Welcome To Derry, which will release in 2025, has a prime opportunity to confirm a Stephen King fan theory related to IT and one of his novellas.

Étoile Season 1 Ending Explained: What Happens To Nicholas & How It Sets Up Season 2
Etoile dives into the world of professional ballet, and season 1's surprise ending sets up an exciting season 2.

This It: Chapter 2 Book Change Never Quite Made Sense
Although most of the book changes benefit It: Chapter Two, one of the changes never quite made sense to me, even after watching it numerous times.

The Legend Of Ochi Ending Explained: What Happens To Yuri & The Ochi
The Legend of Ochi tells the story of a girl named Yuri and an Ochi she befriends, and their journey leads up to an emotional ending.

Étoile Cast & Character Guide
The Prime Video, ballet-centric drama Étoile includes many actors from past Amy Sherman-Palladino shows and talented professional ballet dancers.

It: Chapter One Never Fully Explains The Movie’s Most Horrifying Scene
One of the most horrifying scenes in the 2017 movie It: Chapter One is never fully explained, but the Stephen King book provides insight.