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Charles Papadopoulos-Senior Staff Writer

Charles Papadopoulos

Senior Staff Writer

January, 2022
Game Of Thrones, The Lord of the Rings, Dune
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About Charles Papadopoulos

Charles writes features for ScreenRant. He specializes in analyzing ongoing fantasy/sci-fi movies and series such as House of the Dragon, Dune, and Foundation, using his book knowledge to provide detailed context for readers. He is also extensively familiar with the broader film/television industry, covering a wide assortment of movies and shows, both new and old.

Author Details

Charles is a Brooklyn-based writer who graduated from SUNY Purchase College's Playwriting and Screenwriting program in 2021. In addition to writing for ScreenRant, Charles writes film scripts, travels, and desperately tries to stay on top of new media. 

Favorite Media

Charles is a huge fan of films, shows, and books. His favorite directors are David Lynch, Sofia Coppola, and Michael Mann. Twin Peaks is his favorite piece of fictional media. Some of his other favorite shows include The Wire and Lost. Charles' favorite films include Mulholland Drive, Magnolia, Blade Runner, and Once Upon a Time in the West. 

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