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The Student Newspaper of the University of Missouri

The Maneater

The Student Newspaper of the University of Missouri

The Maneater

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Paul Thomas Anderson: the king of broken characters and immersive period pieces

Trey Williams December 11, 2021
With “Licorice Pizza” hitting theaters this Christmas, take a look at this comprehensive guide to the film director’s style and each of his eight films
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Get comfy and cozy this winter with these eight books

Kylie Mesmer December 4, 2021
The best way to spend the holidays: chunky sweaters, hot chocolate and a good book
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Wes Anderson’s recipe for a comfort movie

Savvy Sleevar December 4, 2021
Wes Anderson has gifted viewers with one-of-a-kind movies time and time again. Several aspects of his filmmaking style turn ordinary works into “comfort movies.”
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Director Denis Villeneueve: jack of no trades, master of all

Trey Williams December 3, 2021
Over the past 10 years, Denis Villeneueve’s filmography has become one of the greatest of all time
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‘We Are Not Like Them’ faces the complexity of police brutality head-on

Maddie Weekley December 3, 2021
After a white police officer shoots an unarmed Black teenager, two friends reevaluate their relationship as they fall on different sides of tragedy
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‘The Closer’ Review: Dave Chappele’s final show, probably forever

Carrington Peavy December 2, 2021
Could Dave Chappelle have finally gone from polarizing to loathed?
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MU Theatre presents “Rent” for the musical’s 25th anniversary

Lucy Valeski December 2, 2021
The Jonathan Larson classic opened Nov. 4 and closed Nov. 14 at Rhynsburger Theatre
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The switcheroo to MU: how transfer students learn how to blend in

Carrington Peavy November 30, 2021
Transfer students discuss getting involved, building community and adapting to change
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The heartbreaking “All Too Well” short film brings Taylor Swift’s lyrics to life

Kara Ellis November 29, 2021
Taylor Swift released a short film for her song “All Too Well” along with her new recording of “Red (Taylor’s Version),” and the video beautifully follows the emotional lyrics
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Joe Goldberg and Love Quinn shock the suburbs in “You” season three

Sapna Amin November 28, 2021
From apartment buildings in busy cities to a white picket fence and a fresh-cut lawn, Joe Goldberg and Love Quinn take over Madre Linda, collecting bodies as they go
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Daily Harvest meal kit offers bland flavors at unreasonable costs

Maddie Weekley November 28, 2021
Offering smoothies, soups, ice cream and more, Daily Harvest fails to make their vegan foods worth the money
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Comedy band Ninja Sex Party releases new album “Level Up”

Catie Polo November 27, 2021
The new Ninja Sex Party album gives an upgrade to nine beloved NSP songs, bringing new life into the goofy classics.