Anchorman, Explained

We dissect the comedy classic in mathematical form

Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy

by Helen O'Hara |
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The news that an Anchorman sequel is officially underway has us all a-flutter, so let’s take a moment to look back on the first film in graphic form, and consider the lessons that we took away from it. Lessons? Oh yes, this wasn't just a laugh-riot, a brilliantly improvised and utterly anarchic adventure in great suits and impeccable moustaches - no, there were wise life lessons to be gleaned from the film as well, and we’ve gathered a few below. After all, if we can’t learn from the 1970s' premier San Diego news team, who can we learn from?

Ingredients Of A Successful News Anchor

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Rules In An Anchorman Battle

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