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Location

Sunderland, United Kingdom

School

Teesside University

Expertise

Marvel Cinematic Universe, Star Wars, British Film And Television

  • Nathan previously worked as an editor where he was responsible for coordinating a team of more than 20 writers and managing hundreds of articles and pitches every month.
  • He has seen extended editions of The Lord of the Rings more times than he can remember and is a massive fan of everything fantasy and sci-fi.
  • Nathan has interviewed some of the biggest independent game developers, including Alx Preston of Heart Machine, the developer behind the critically acclaimed Hyper Light Drifter, and Cuphead's co-director Chad Moldenhauer.

Experience

Having worked as a full-time freelance writer since 2012, Nathan has contributed thousands of articles to a wide array of outlets about movies, video games, and television shows. These include The Independent, Ranker, and Screen Rant among more specialist sites such as Cultured Vultures and Pop Geeks. Over the last 10 years, he has written everything from news posts and reviews to guides and features, putting his knowledge of the world of entertainment to good use. At Static Media, he has provided content to Looper, SVG, and SlashGear since 2021.

Education

Nathan has a bachelor's degree in Psychology from Teesside University.

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Stories By Nathan P. Gibson

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    Characters That Were Cut From The Dune Franchise

    Denis Villeneuve's "Dune" and "Dune: Part Two" feature stacked all-star casts, but some characters from the source material are still cut from the films.

  • Duncan Idaho and Lady Jessica

    Dune Scenes That Were Left On The Cutting Room Floor

    Denis Villeneuve's "Dune: Part One" runs for 155 minutes, and it was almost even longer than that. Here are some scenes that didn't make the final cut.

  • Kate Winslet and Chris Pratt

    PG-13 Movies That Feature Nude Scenes

    Even though films rated PG-13 are supposed to be more or less okay for kids to view, some of them have snuck some rather explicit nudity by the ratings board.

  • Blake Lively smiling

    Gossip Girl's Blake Lively: From Serena Van Der Woodsen To Motherhood

    Since her breakout role on "Gossip Girl," Blake Lively has pursued a film career, a family life, and other passions in a fashion all her own.

  • Evan, Anakin, and Tris

    Movie Trilogies That Don't Have A Single Good Film

    It's hard enough for a film trilogy to feature three perfect or even passable entries, but these trilogies don't even contain a single good film.

  • Emilia Clarke and James McAvoy wearing white

    16 Actors Who Enjoyed Shooting Nude Scenes

    Nude scenes can be uncomfortable or embarrassing for many actors, but others find them fun, enjoyable, and even liberating.

  • Gale, Katniss, Peeta, and Haymitch

    20 Things I Learned After Rewatching The Hunger Games Series

    Rewatching "The Hunger Games" movies over a decade after their initial release will leave you with several realizations - for better or worse.

  • What The Geico Caveman Looks Like In Real Life

    The Geico caveman was the face of the insurance company's advertising campaign across two decades. But what do they look like in real life?

  • Squints from The Sandlot

    Whatever Happened To Squints From The Sandlot?

    Squints was one of the most popular characters from the film "The Sandlot," but actor Chauncey Leopardi never quite turned that into a major Hollywood career.

  • Ryan Gosling smiling

    Bloopers That Make Us Love Ryan Gosling Even More

    Ryan Gosling may be a consummate professional as an actor, but he's not immune to the same endearing bloopers and mistakes on set as anyone else.

  • Peeta, Katniss and young Snow

    The Biggest Plot Holes In The Hunger Games Franchise

    Across all the movies, there are plenty of things that just don't make sense in "The Hunger Games" franchise. We take a look at some of the biggest plot holes.

  • Billy walking with Gizmo in snow

    Whatever Happened To Billy From Gremlins?

    The "Gremlins" films are remembered for their intoxicating mix of horror and comedy, but whatever happened to the guy who played protagonist Billy Peltzer?

  • Superman looking angry

    R-Rated DC Comic Book Scenes We'll Never See On Screen

    If you think the Snyderverse is too dark, wait until you get a load of some of the most controversial moments in DC Comics history.

  • Whatever Happened To Sarah Rafferty After Suits?

    Sarah Rafferty made a huge impression on "Suits," but you may not know what she's been doing since the popular legal drama went off the air.

  • The Tragic True Story Of Mayim Bialik

    Mayim Bialik is known for making people laugh with her sitcom characters, but she's had to endure a lot of hardship away from the cameras over the years.

  • Blofeld stroking his white cat

    15 Movie Villains That Are Never Shown On Screen

    Villains can make or break a movie, but sometimes the bad guys don't even appear on screen. Here are some film antagonists who remain hidden in the shadows.

  • Pete Davidson speaking into microphone

    Pete Davidson's Tragic True Life Story

    The tumultuous and tragic real life of Pete Davidson has been covered in "The King of Staten Island" and Peacock's "Bupkis," but here's the full, true story.

  • Actors Who Passed Out While Filming TV Shows

    While TV acting may seem simple, injuries can be a major issue on set. From Jeri Ryan to Aaron Paul, here are some actors who passed out while filming.

  • Bastian riding Falkor by Fantasia

    NeverEnding Story Reboot - Will It Ever Happen?

    "The NeverEnding Story" is a cult classic from the 1980s that Hollywood has reportedly been trying to remake for some time, but will a reboot ever happen?

  • Padme, Luke, and Din Djarin

    The Biggest Mistakes The Star Wars Franchise Ever Made

    "Star Wars" fans are notoriously difficult to please, but some complaints stand out as notorious missteps just about anyone can agree represent huge mistakes.

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    Why The Cast Of Gen V Looks So Familiar

    The stars of Prime Video's "The Boys" spin-off "Gen V" may not be household names, but that's only because they're young. Here's where you've seen them before.

  • Wanda looking angry

    R-Rated MCU Scenes Fans Will Never Get To See

    While the Marvel Cinematic Universe has always been a family-friendly franchise, these deleted or abandoned scenes might have pushed it into R-rated territory.

  • Keanu Reeves smiling

    Why Keanu Reeves Was Never The Same After The Matrix

    Keanu Reeves experienced a breakthrough when "The Matrix" premiered. Here's how the actor's life changed following the film's release.

  • Michael Gambon with hands outstretched

    The Untold Truth Of The Late Michael Gambon

    As we process the news of Michael Gambon's passing, we pay tribute to an actor who was so much more than just Albus Dumbledore in "Harry Potter."

  • One Piece Actors You May Not Know Passed Away

    Hundreds of voice actors have contributed to the long-running anime "One Piece" over the years. Sadly, not all of them are still with us today.

  • What The Saved By The Bell Cast Looks Like Today

    Saved by the Bell remains a beloved sitcom. Here's what its stars -- including Elizabeth Berkeley, Mark-Paul Gosselaar, and Tiffani Thiessen -- look like today.

  • Barbie smiling and waving

    Barbie 2 - Will It Ever Happen?

    “Barbie” took the box office by storm in July 2023, making “Barbie 2” seem inevitable. However, a sequel hasn't been greenlit yet. Will "Barbie 2" ever happen?

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