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Riley Presnell -Feature Writer

Riley Presnell

Feature Writer

Contributing since October, 2022

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About Riley Presnell

Riley Presnell is a Features Writer for Collider. Her specialties are Horror and Reality TV. She's had an obsession with horror, specifically slashers and meta-horror, since she can remember and her comfort movie is the 1996 Scream. Her other favorites include Bride Of Chucky, Evil Dead (2013), and Nightmare On Elm Street II. She believes that everyone can be a horror fan, they just have to find the right subgenre for them. Each horror film has a deeper meaning if you can look beyond the bloody surface. Aside from writing horror, Riley seeks out new knowledge regarding LGBTQ and women in horror via books and articles online. Horror is what helped her understand her power as a woman (or final girl) and discover her sexuality. She is currently based in Chicago where she lives with her girlfriend and two needy dogs. Riley is a strong advocate for the LGBTQ community and is passionate about making everyone feel welcome, exactly as they are. She's also likely to be creating never-ending to-do lists to appease her inner worker-bee. 

Author Details

My name is Riley and my special interest is horror! I am a Features writer, specifically on the horror beat. I love to write about all things slasher and gore and bonus points for anything LGBTQ related.

Industry Experience

Collider is my first experience at writing with a publication. I went to school for psychology and my other gym includes teaching strength sports, so writing is my passion project. I have currently been with Collider for 1 year. 

Favorite Media

My favorite media is horror. Scream (1996) has been my favorite film since I can remember, and all the slashers of the 90s and early 2000s are my bread and butter. I am fascinated by all subgenres of horror, but slasher and gore are what stand out the most to me. Surprisingly, I also love reality dating shows and consider that to be my guilty pleasure. 

Latest Articles

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Reality TV
The Highs and Lows of 'Selling Sunset' Season 7

The O group is back and, as always, not without shocking moments and dramatic match-ups.

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The Human Centipede
The Twisted Nazi Experiments That Inspired ‘The Human Centipede’

A dark joke between the director and a friend also added fuel to the fire.

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This Is the Best Character on 'Suits'

This character reigns supreme from her sassy throne.

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The Shining
'The Shinings's Most Despised Character Doesn't Deserve the Hate

Put some respect on Shelly Duval and Wendy Torrence's names!

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Thanksgiving
Why Did it Take Eli Roth 16 Years To Make 'Thanksgiving'?

The holiday horror finally arrives on November 17.

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Are the Insidious Movies Based on True Stories?

Could the Lipstick Demon be after your soul?

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Barbie (2023)
Mattel's Long, Weird History of Recalled Barbie Dolls

Not all Barbies could stand the test of time.

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TV Features
'Elite' Season 7 Ending Explained: A Cliffhanger Finale

What happens to your favorite... and most hated characters this season on 'Elite'?

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Horror's New Scream King Is the Original ‘Scream’ King

Whether it's 1996 or 2023, this actor always turns in a bloody great performance.

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Ma
'Ma' Ending Explained: Why Is Octavia Spencer Out for Revenge?

'Ma' reminds us that you should always treat others how you want to be treated.

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Reality TV
10 New and Returning Reality Shows To Watch This November

There are plenty of new shows and beloved favorites returning. Is your #1 on the list?

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Wolf Creek
The Gruesome True Story Behind 'Wolf Creek'

How did two real-life backpacker killers influence the Aussie horror film?

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Netflix’s 'The Devil on Trial’ True Story: Was Arne Johnson Really Possessed?

Is possession a valid reason to get an innocent plea for murder?

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Before ’Five Nights at Freddy’s, Check Out the Director’s Horror Western

Could you have survived Prairie Madness?

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Friday the 13th
Is Camp Crystal Lake a Real Place?

Ki-ki-ki, ma-ma-ma in real life?!

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Reality TV
Milton and Lydia's Best Moments on 'Love Is Blind'

This unsuspecting couple turned out to be the fan favorite of Season 5.

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Hulu
Hulu's Must-See Doc 'Monster Inside' Exposes the Most Extreme Haunted House

There's haunted houses and then there's McKamy Manor. Enter if you dare.

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Scream
The Scream Franchise Pays Homage to One Horror Classic More Than Any Other

Scream's been homaging this Hitchcock classic from the very beginning.

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A Nightmare on Elm Street
How in the Hell Is 'Nightmare on Elm Street' Based on a True Story?

Just when you thought it couldn't get any scarier...

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Movie Features
‘Totally Killer’ Ending Explained: Does Jamie Make It to the End?

This time-traveling slasher is one to remember. But who is the Sweet Sixteen killer?

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