Sarah El-Mahmoud
The Background: Sarah El-Mahmoud has been with CinemaBlend since 2018, starting as a freelancer shortly after graduating from Cal State Fullerton with a degree in Journalism. In college, she was the Managing Editor of the award-winning college paper, The Daily Titan where she specialized in writing/editing long-form features, profiles and arts & entertainment coverage, including her first run-in with movie reporting, with a phone interview with Guillermo del Toro for Best Picture winner, The Shape of Water.
What She's Into: Sarah is CinemaBlend's resident YA enthusiast, often bringing her lifetime love of books and the stories behind their often contentious adaptations to the site. Deeply into when music and movies intersect, from knowing the hype musical tracks of Mamma Mia!, beautiful scores of Michael Giacchino and yes, the absolute banger Twilight soundtrack way too well. She is also passionate about highlighting and interviewing voices within the industry to help open the door for Hollywood to better represent the world through movies and television. Horror, she really loves horror movies. The world of animation as well... OK don't make her pick one genre.
What She's Excited About Right Now: The continued resurgence of horror and musicals. The next Hunger Games movie, Mike Flanagan's upcoming shows, the Wicked movies and the final Spider-Verse animated film.
Latest articles by Sarah El-Mahmoud
‘I’m Definitely Underpaid’: Oscar Nominee Djimon Hounsou Gets Real About Still Facing Financial Struggles While Discussing Diversity And Equity In Hollywood
By Sarah El-Mahmoud published
"... diversity, it still has a long way to go"
See Lovely BTS Moments From Hoda's Last Day On Today: 'Literally Crying'
By Sarah El-Mahmoud published
Today gave the host a Hoda-bration!
There’s One Change Wicked Made from The Broadway Show I’d Really Wondered About, But I Think The Answer Makes Total Sense
By Sarah El-Mahmoud published
Of course, the theater kids noticed this.
Upcoming Book-To-Screen Adaptations: What To Read Before The Movie Or TV Show
By Sarah El-Mahmoud last updated
Your TBR list is getting longer...
Tom Holland's Dad Shared Sweet Details About How The Actor Planned His Proposal To Zendaya
By Sarah El-Mahmoud published
He was a man with a plan.
Cynthia Erivo Wants To Play X-Men’s Storm, And Her Reasoning Is A+
By Sarah El-Mahmoud published
From The Wicked Witch to the MCU?
'I Have To Be Even More Naughty': Alan Cumming Reveals How He Picked The Traitors In Season 3, And I Love The Host More Than Ever For It
By Sarah El-Mahmoud published
"It's terrifying..."
As Wicked Nears $700 Million Worldwide, The Movie Has Also Been Crushing It In A Surprising Way
By Sarah El-Mahmoud published
Rejoicify!
Hugh Grant Reveals Which Of His Classic Movies His Wife Is ‘Forbidden’ From Watching: ‘It Was Just Me That Let It Down’
By Sarah El-Mahmoud published
"I've forbidden her."
Ridley Scott Explained Why He Built His Own Colosseum For Gladiator II Rather Than Shooting On Location Or Making It CGI
By Sarah El-Mahmoud published
Gladiator II director talks rebuilding the Colosseum.
Katt Williams Has One Complaint About SNL's Parodying Of Him: 'I At This Point Take It As A Badge Of Honor'
By Sarah El-Mahmoud published
The comedian and rapper has been the subject of tons of sketches.
As A Big Bridgerton Fan, I'm So In Love With Nicola Coughlan's Sweet Response To First Major Award Nod
By Sarah El-Mahmoud published
Lady Whistledown is a 2025 SAG nominee!
Now That Zoe Saldaña Is Making Award Season History For Her Role In Emilia Perez, Fans Have A Lot Of Things To Say About Her Being Snubbed In The Past
By Sarah El-Mahmoud published
Fans think it's been a long time coming.
Armie Hammer Landed His First Major Post-Controversy Movie, And The Internet Has Thoughts
By Sarah El-Mahmoud published
The Dark Knight has been cast...
I Wasn't Expecting An Awkward Vin Diesel And Dwayne Johnson Reunion At The Golden Globes, And These Wild Fan Reactions Prove I'm Not Alone
By Sarah El-Mahmoud published
"Hey, Dwayne!"
I Haven't Been Into A Lot Of New Denim Trends Lately, But Jennifer Lopez Has Earned My Attention By Adopting A 2025 Look I'm Definitely Going To Try
By Sarah El-Mahmoud published
Oh, I'm very here for this trend!
Ariana Grande Has Had A Long Career, And Her Speech About Winning A Rising Star Award Addressed It In The Funniest Way
By Sarah El-Mahmoud published
She's been popular for over a decade.
Star Wars: The Phantom Menace’s Anakin Actor Talks About Reconnecting With The Fans And Franchise After Years Of Dealing With Mental Health Struggles
By Sarah El-Mahmoud published
The Force is with the Anakin Skywalker actor.
Gerard Butler Referring To Filming The Live-Action How To Train Your Dragon Movie As 'Five Pieces Of Hell' Weirdly Makes Me Even More Excited For The New Film
By Sarah El-Mahmoud published
Stoick the Vast is heading to live action!
Demi Moore Explains Why The Substance Came At The Perfect Time During Her Career
By Sarah El-Mahmoud published
The horror movie brought some sparkle to her life.
‘It’s The Delulu For Me:’ Amanda Seyfried And The Housemaid Cast Celebrated Production Starting With The Funniest Video, And Now I Have So Many Questions
By Sarah El-Mahmoud published
"There's red flags all around!"
The Story Behind That Time Joel Madden Sat Next To Cameron Diaz On A Plane And Told Her Now-Husband Benji He Had No Chance: 'Dude, It's Never Gonna Happen'
By Sarah El-Mahmoud published
Here's how Cameron Diaz found her husband.
The Best Horror Movies On Tubi
By Sarah El-Mahmoud last updated
It's scary how many classics are on the free streaming service.
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