Maneater
Maneater

Maneater

2007Movie88 minEnglish

When a dismembered body is found in the Appalachian Mountains, a county Sheriff is shocked to discover that the predator is a six-hundred pound Bengal tiger.

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IMDb5.9/10
Rotten Tomatoes34%
Metacritic45/100
Google Users62%
Director: Gary RossGenres: Comedy, Drama, Romance

Plot Summary

A cynical and commitment-phobic department store advertising executive finds her life turned upside down when she becomes the subject of a popular dating blog written by an anonymous woman who details her many failed relationships. As the blog gains widespread attention, the executive must confront her own patterns of self-sabotage in love while trying to discover the identity of the blogger. Her journey leads her to unexpected places, forcing her to re-evaluate her approach to romance and vulnerability.

Critical Reception

Maneater received mixed to negative reviews from critics, who often found the plot predictable and the humor to be hit-or-miss. While some praised Jennifer Aniston's performance and the film's attempt at a relatable romantic comedy, many critics felt it lacked originality and failed to deliver a truly satisfying romantic or comedic experience. Audiences also seemed divided, with some enjoying the lighthearted premise and Aniston's star power, while others found it to be a forgettable entry in the genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Jennifer Aniston delivers a charming performance, but it's not enough to elevate the film's formulaic and uninspired script.
  • The film attempts to offer a fresh take on modern dating, but ultimately falls into predictable romantic comedy tropes.
  • Humor is inconsistent, with some jokes landing while others feel forced or stale.

Google audience: Google users generally found 'Maneater' to be an okay, if unremarkable, romantic comedy. Many appreciated Jennifer Aniston's performance and found the premise relatable. However, a significant portion of viewers felt the movie was predictable and lacked the humor or originality to make it stand out.

Fun Fact

The film was originally titled 'Burying the Ex' before being changed to 'Maneater'.

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