Samantha LaBat
Obsessed with Hamilton and most things Disney. Gets too attached to TV show characters. Loves a good thriller, but will only tolerate so much blood.
Latest articles by Samantha LaBat
![Leyna Bloom and Fionn Whitehead smiling as Wye and Paul at a party in Port Authority](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rzgwXMjcr3UD2et75pxeTW-320-80.jpg)
That Emotional Port Authority Scene Was Almost Completely Different
By Samantha LaBat published
The longer cut of this Port Authority scene provides a ton of character insight into Paul.
![Katie Stevens as Jane Sloane in The Bold Type, looking concerned while dressed to the nines](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XVyvy7X5J7d4fuFxj4pTLB-320-80.jpg)
The Bold Type’s Katie Stevens Shares The Series' Most Impactful Storyline
By Samantha LaBat published
It was impossible not to cry watching Katie Stevens's Jane go through this one.
![Young Art and Dot hugging in Disney's Us Again](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rp7Xz2wNSJHXZT5WuPNHxA-320-80.jpg)
Us Again Producer Shares The Break-Your-Heart Moment That Solidified The Film
By Samantha LaBat published
The producer of Disney's Us Again shares the moment the team knew they went in the right direction.
![Art and Dot smiling on Paradise Pier in Walt Disney Animation's Us Again](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/4k4diEaTRLjBiqXnXmqUZH-320-80.jpg)
Next Time You Watch Disney’s Us Again, Look For These Easter Eggs
By Samantha LaBat published
How many easter eggs can you find in Disney's Us Again?
![Cash Herrera and Fazeelat Aslam as husband and wife smiling at their daughter at their Eid celebration in American Eid](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/qTzkLR42qsJH85d8TFkxTQ-320-80.jpg)
Why Holiday Education Is Important, According To Disney+ Launchpad Film Director
By Samantha LaBat published
American Eid follows young Ameena, a Muslim Pakistani immigrant, who wakes up on Eid to find out that in America, she has to go to school on the holiday.
![Katie Stevens, Aisha Dee and Meghan Fey in a group hug as Jane, Kat, and Sutton on The Bold Type](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rqTXsmExuTBCNwwxN23wWg-320-80.jpg)
The Bold Type Star Shares The Final Season’s Sweet Callback To The First Episode
By Samantha LaBat published
I have high hopes that The Bold Type series finale was done right.
![Willem Dafoe in a cave, dressed in all black](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/XupDhTsrnkBdpkZN8ELhTY-320-80.jpg)
Watch Willem Dafoe Dance It Out In New Siberia Clip
By Samantha LaBat published
Abel Ferrara’s latest starring Willem Dafoe definitely features a mind-control dance situation and I'm here for it.
![Qi Sun as Xiaoya in Dinner Is Served smiling at his perspective new boss](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3yPgjtjxv7z6ReE4Wib3KV-320-80.jpg)
Disney+ Launchpad Film Director On Embracing Identity
By Samantha LaBat published
The director of Dinner Is Served from Disney's Launchpad collection discusses an impactful moment from the film inspired by his own life.
![Emma Stone strutting down the runway as Cruella in Disney+'s Cruella](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/QxJ3U76dQT73KiTUcMrSQS-320-80.jpg)
Disney’s Cruella Star Talks Shooting That Epic Fashion Show
By Samantha LaBat published
There were over 250 people in Cruella's fashion show scene!
![Disney+ Launchpad Logo](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/66wUrLrKQVegFDeyiz2CPb-320-80.jpg)
Why Disney’s Launchpad Program Is So Successful
By Samantha LaBat published
Disney's revolutionary Launchpad program is changing the game for young filmmakers from underrepresented backgrounds.
![John McCrea as Artie in Cruella, smiling at Estella who is off camera](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/naKhPWpg7CMYEz27fXAfRU-320-80.jpg)
Cruella’s John McCrea On Queer Representation In Film
By Samantha LaBat published
Artie is a scene-stealer in Disney's Cruella.
![Leyna Bloom as Wye in Port Authority, staring at the ground pondering after dance rehearsal](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/d8NvNf7dqhD58te8HEooWX-320-80.jpg)
Port Authority Star On Representing The Transgender Community In Film
By Samantha LaBat published
Bloom is careful to clarify that a single role does not and should not represent an entire community.
![Gildart Jackson & Melora Hardin as Jaqueline & her husband chatting after tennis on The Bold Type](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/MgMhQd464CdCFbzECvpWsM-320-80.jpg)
Ahead Of The Bold Type’s Final Season, Melora Hardin Reflects On Favorite Storylines
By Samantha LaBat published
Jaqueline herself shares her favorite storylines from The Bold Type's previous seasons.
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Disney Debuts Season One Trailers For Innovative New Series Launchpad
By Samantha LaBat published
Each of these stories tugs at the heartstrings in true Disney fashion.
![Hedy Wong (as Tera) embraces Lynna Yee (as Tera's mother Wavy) from behind as Lynna cleans in Take Out Girl](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/knkcMM7iK4gVjffZkkGr2a-320-80.jpg)
Take Out Girl Director And Star Speak Out Against Categorizing Anyone As 'Other'
By Samantha LaBat published
Take Out Girl director Hisonni Johnson and star Hedy Wong discuss categorizing any group as 'other' and how their film promotes unity.
![Hedy Wong as Tera, accepting cash from J. Teddy Garces as Hector in Take Out Girl](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/3FWnMAGHdyji3cEebMGXBm-320-80.jpg)
Take Out Girl Director Shares Why He Never Feels Pressure To Represent The Black Community
By Samantha LaBat published
It's Hisonni Johnson's pleasure, not pressure.
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Take Out Girl Writers Want To Clear Up A Big Misconception About The Movie
By Samantha LaBat published
If you watch Take Out Girl in its entirety, the message is clear.
![Dylan O'Brien as Fred in Flashback, appearing exhausted and concerned](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/rCppd5GTk2doj5539B68Lk-320-80.jpg)
Watch Dylan O'Brien Make A Bold Decision In Flashback Exclusive Clip
By Samantha LaBat published
Dylan O'Brien is introduced to a new drug in his latest movie that will have you questioning whether you'd try it yourself.
![Tera (Hedy Wong) and Saren (Lorin Alond Ly) stand outside their family's restaurant in Take Out Girl](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/LS9TnTs3UqbUkofRW5RLXF-320-80.jpg)
Take Out Girl Star On Why The Film Is Important For the Asian American Community
By Samantha LaBat published
The characters in Take Out Girl are very different from the Asian American characters typically portrayed on the big screen.
![Courtney Parchman throwing her hands in the air to party in The Get Together](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/nauLSnZiyTdzwa9BCAzGj3-320-80.png)
Watch A Rideshare Convo Get Awkward Really Fast In This Relatable Clip From The Get Together
By Samantha LaBat published
If you're missing the rideshare and house party experience and/or are struggling with adulting, The Get Together is for you.
![Sean Patrick Flanery holding George Kosturos' arm up, declaring him winner of fight](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/SKrJZ6zzVWeu4AbVriXQ2J-320-80.jpg)
American Fighter Clip Deals With Post-Fight Racism, 80s Skate Parties And A Love Connection
By Samantha LaBat published
American Fighter starring George Kosturos showcases far beyond the world of underground fighting in this young man's life.
![Daniel Dae Kim in his space suit as Kim in Stowaway](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/bneCZPKJBpteHhehtovJaE-320-80.jpg)
Daniel Dae Kim's Stowaway Presents Chilling Moral Dilemma In Exclusive Netflix Clip
By Samantha LaBat published
An exclusive clip from Netflix's Stowaway showcases the film's chilling moral dilemma.
![Harold Perrineau, Melissa De Sousa, and Nia Long in The Best Man meeting at a bar](https://cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net/hgcowv27iN8XkHBBqKh9m7-320-80.jpg)
The Best Man Director Malcolm D. Lee On Barriers That Still Exist For Black Filmmakers
By Samantha LaBat published
Malcolm D. Lee opens up about some of the challenges Black filmmakers face.