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The Maneater

The Student Newspaper of the University of Missouri

The Maneater

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REVIEW: True/False Film Fest’s Friday Night Berlin Showcase features experimental artists 

Ava Orr March 7, 2023
Three performers took to the stage at the Friday Night Berlin Showcase, adding their unique musical talents and creativity to the True/False Film Fest experience.

Ukrainian journalist Svitlana Synkovska reflects on her family’s experience as refugees

Dana Lee Beattie March 6, 2023
Svitlana Synkovska shared her story of escaping war-torn Ukraine with her family, assisting her fellow refugees and advocating for her country in the United States.

MU’s University and Symphonic Bands perform a triumphant lineup of pieces 

Eva Carbonell March 5, 2023
The bands performed in their first concert of the semester with a captivating and diverse lineup of pieces. 
Hummingbirds

REVIEW: ‘Hummingbirds’ tells the sentimental story of two best friends

Lily Wilcox March 5, 2023
"Hummingbirds," shown at the 2023 True/False Film Fest, portrays two girls from South Texas, their friendship and the struggles they face.

Oscars 2023: Predicted and preferred winners

Sterling Sewell March 5, 2023
Here’s a rundown of likely winners for the 95th Academy Awards and who deserves the award.
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REVIEW: Sierra Urich’s ‘Joonam’ highlights barriers between her Iranian origin and culture

Alex Goldstein March 5, 2023
Through extended, simple conversational scenes and well-curated flashbacks, Urich artfully conveys a longing to discover her history and break familial barriers. 
The Taste Of Mango

REVIEW: ‘The Taste of Mango’ triumphs in its world premiere at the True/False Film Fest

Eva Carbonell March 5, 2023
Filmmaker Chloe Abrahams candidly confronts family trauma, masterfully exploring a difficult past in order to bring her mother and grandmother together.
Going To Mars

REVIEW: ‘Going to Mars’ proves to be an otherworldly experience as it profiles the profound life of an American poet

Ever Cole March 5, 2023

On the first two nights of the True/False Film Fest, this documentary details the life of Nikki Giovanni through her poetry and advocacy. In their film “Going to Mars: The Nikki Giovanni...

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REVIEW: Missouri musicians emulate grunge stars at The Blue Note

Sophia Anderson March 5, 2023
The Blue Note’s Seattle Royale night hosted four grunge cover bands on Feb. 25.
Man On Earth

REVIEW: ‘Man On Earth,’ shown at True/False Film Fest, is a mournful masterwork

Sterling Sewell March 5, 2023
Shown at the 2023 True/False Film Fest, "Man On Earth" follows Robert "Bob" Rosenzweig in the final week of his life.
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REVIEW: ‘Natalia’ is an unflinching examination of a young woman’s abandonment of secular life

Sophia Anderson March 5, 2023
Director Elizabeth Mirzaei shows a young Catholic woman prioritizing her faith and abandoning a secular life, despite her doubts.
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REVIEW: Andy Shauf’s “Norm” masters the art of musical storytelling

Savvy Sleevar March 2, 2023
The Canadian singer-songwriter’s newest album is an entrancing soundscape that explores love, loneliness and the dangers of delusion.