Jessica Fong
Contributing since July, 2021
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About Jessica Fong
Jessica is a Features writer at CBR. Her many interests include geeking out over sci-fi and fantasy as well as anything even remotely related to musical theater, and she has Zelda memes on the brain pretty much at all times. She can be found screaming about magical girls on twitter at @puellamagica1.
Latest Articles
Everything Added to The Lord of the Rings Extended Editions
The Extended Editions of Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings film trilogy are beloved by fans. Here's a rundown of all the extra content in each movie.
Every Peter Jackson Cameo in Lord of the Rings & The Hobbit (& Where To Find Them)
Peter Jackson's The Lord of the Rings films are full of fun details, including multiple cameos from the director himself.
Lord of the Rings: Why Didn’t Boromir Get a Gift From Galadriel in the Films?
In The Lord of the Rings, each Fellowship member receives a useful gift from Galadriel when leaving Lothlórien, except for Boromir.
How Abbott Elementary's Pilot Effortlessly Captures the Heart of the Show
Abbott Elementary is an Emmy Award-winning gem amongst mockumentary sitcoms. The seeds of its success were present from the very first episode.
Coraline's Biggest Differences Between the Book and the Movie
Coraline was a beloved Neil Gaiman book before being adapted into an equally beloved stop-motion classic by LAIKA. Here's where the two differ.
Why Was Sirius Black Sent to Azkaban in Harry Potter?
In the Harry Potter franchise, Sirius Black spent 13 years in Azkaban after being betrayed by a fellow Marauder. Here are the details.
Lord of the Rings’ Sauron Was Once Defeated by... a Dog?
Many powerful Middle-earth beings challenged Sauron to varying levels of success. But few defeated him quite as soundly as Huan the Wolfhound.
What Race of Elf Is Galadriel - and Why Is She So Powerful in Lord of the Rings?
While Galadriel is one of the most powerful beings in The Lord of the Rings, she also has a long and fascinating personal history.
Persuasion's Biggest Problem Isn't That It's Too Modern - It's Not Modern Enough
Reception to Netflix's "modern, witty" Persuasion adaptation has been decidedly mixed. Could a more unabashedly modern take have saved the film?
Hocus Pocus 2 Hints There's a New Witch in Town
The Sanderson Sisters are finally back in Hocus Pocus 2, and it seems an unwitting young successor of theirs may have something to do with it.
Lord of the Rings: How Long Did Gollum Have the Ring (& Where Did He Find It)?
To Lord of the Rings fans, Gollum needs no introduction. But learning the full details of his story may just break your heart all over again.
What a Ruined Master Sword Means for Breath of the Wild 2
A gameplay snippet in the Breath of the Wild 2 delay announcement showed a decaying version of Link's weapon, sparking a flurry of fan theories.
The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild's Sequel - Trailer, News & Latest Updates
Gamers are waiting with bated breath for the sequel to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. Here's everything we know about the game so far.
Turning Red Challenges Ratatouille for Pixar's Best Cooking Scene
Pixar's Turning Red is a love letter to the Chinese immigrant experience. One particular scene highlights the beauty of Asian parents' home cooking.
How Pixar's Turning Red Places a Positive Spin on Puberty
Pixar's Turning Red depicts Mei's transition into adulthood with a charming mixture of humor, frankness and compassion.
Where to Watch The Lord of the Rings
For those itching to rewatch Peter Jackson's Lord of the Rings trilogy before Amazon's The Rings of Power, there's no shortage of options.
Best Fantasy Shows Streaming on Netflix
Whether you prefer classic sword and sorcery or something a little more unusual, there's a fantasy show for every palate on Netflix.
Every Disney Character in the Chip 'n Dale: Rescue Rangers Teaser Trailer
The first teaser for Chip ‘n Dale: Rescue Rangers is bursting with metatextual references and plenty of Disney character cameos.
Encanto Decided Against Adding More Powered Relatives - for a Very Good Reason
In Encanto, only Madrigal children receive a magical power. However, the director recently revealed that that wasn't always a hard and fast rule.
What We Learned About LOTR: The Rings of Power From the Vanity Fair Story
On Friday, Vanity Fair released a fascinating, in-depth first look at Amazon's upcoming The Rings of Power series. Here are the biggest takeaways.