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In the February 12 newsletter:
An argument for The Silence of the Lambs as a perfect Valentine's Day movie, a look at how NBA staffers are handling COVID-19 protocols, and a response from Rachel Lindsay on her Extra interview with Chris Harrison.

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The Silence of the Lambs Is a Perfect Valentine’s Day Movie
Amy Matsushita-Beal

Thirty years ago, the serial killer thriller was released on February 14. But if you really look at the dynamic between Hannibal Lecter and Clarice Starling, the release date isn’t all that strange.

[The Silence of the Lambs for Valentine's Day? Join Adam Nayman as he makes the case.]

Russell Wilson Is Tired of Taking So Many Hits. But It Will Take a Lot to Change That.
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The Seahawks offense enters 2021 at a crossroads, with a new offensive coordinator and a quarterback who doesn’t seem afraid to voice his frustrations. Can Seattle fix its issues and get back on top?

[Kaelen Jones investigates whether it's possible for Seattle to fix its issues and get back on top.]
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Daniel Kaluuya and Lakeith Stanfield Come Full Circle in Judas and the Black Messiah
Adam Villacin

After sharing scenes in 2017’s Get Out, both actors have risen to the top of their craft, albeit through very different methods.

[Julian Kimble compares the career trajectories of Daniel Kaluuya and Lakeith Stanfield.]
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“This Is Exhausting”: How NBA Staffers Are Handling New Responsibilities Under COVID-19 Protocols
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Trainers and front-office members are largely in charge of implementing the league’s COVID-19 protocols on a team level, and many say the process has been confusing, taxing, and incredibly stressful.

[Join Paolo Uggetti as he takes a look at how the NBA season is taking a toll on the officials in charge of COVID protocols.]
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Rachel Lindsay Sounds Off on Chris Harrison’s Problematic Extra Interview and Apology | Higher Learning

 
Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss the interview Rachel did with Chris Harrison for Extra and how it relates to Rachael Kirkconnell’s situation on The Bachelor.
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The NBA Is Becoming a Make-or-Miss League
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Three-point shooting is dictating outcomes more than ever before, and there isn’t much defenses can do to stop it

[Zach Kram takes a look at how the NBA has become a make-or-miss league.]
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