Get Out (2017) – Chris and his girlfriend Rose go upstate to visit her parents for the weekend. At first, Chris reads the family’s overly accommodating behavior as nervous attempts to deal with their daughter’s interracial relationship, but as the weekend progresses, a series of increasingly disturbing discoveries lead him to a truth that he never could have imagined.
Get Out is a 2017 American psychological horror film written and directed by Jordan Peele in his directorial debut. It stars Daniel Kaluuya as Chris Washington, a Black man who visits his white girlfriend Rose Armitage’s (Allison Williams) family for the weekend. The film explores themes of racism and white privilege through the lens of the horror genre.
Director: Jordan Peele is an American actor, comedian, writer, director, and producer. He is known for his work on the sketch comedy series Key & Peele, which he co-created with Keegan-Michael Key. Peele’s other films include Us (2019) and Nope (2022).
Writer: Jordan Peele also wrote the screenplay for Get Out. Peele’s screenplay was praised for its sharp social commentary and its suspenseful plot.
Release Date: Get Out was released in the United States on February 24, 2017.
Domestic Box Office: Get Out grossed $255 million at the domestic box office. The film’s success was considered a surprise, as it was made on a budget of $4.5 million.
The Good
- Get Out was praised for its sharp social commentary, its suspenseful plot, and its strong performances. The film was also praised for its originality, as it was a new take on the horror genre.
The Bad
- Some critics felt that the film was too slow-paced at times.
Top 5 Cast
- Daniel Kaluuya as Chris Washington
- Allison Williams as Rose Armitage
- Lil Rel Howery as Rod Williams
- LaKeith Stanfield as Logan King
- Bradley Whitford as Dean Armitage
“I can’t believe you invited a black man to the Sunken Place.” – Chris Washington to Rose Armitage
Critical Reviews
- “A sharp, funny, and terrifying social satire that marks the arrival of a major new talent.” – Peter Travers, Rolling Stone
- “A brilliant, unsettling, and timely film that will stay with you long after the credits have rolled.” – Owen Gleiberman, Entertainment Weekly
- “A smart, funny, and terrifying film that is sure to be a classic.” – David Edelstein, New York Magazine
- “A masterpiece of modern horror.” – Justin Chang, Los Angeles Times
- “A must-see film that is sure to change the way you think about race in America.” – A.O. Scott, The New York Times
Cinematic Importance: Get Out (2017) is a significant film because it is one of the few horror films to deal with the issue of racism in a serious and nuanced way. The film’s success has helped to pave the way for other films that deal with race in a similar way. Get Out is also a significant film because it is a well-made and entertaining film that has something important to say. The film’s success has helped to show that horror films can be both entertaining and thought-provoking.
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