Genre: Horror/Suspense
Runtime: 1hr 44min
Language: English
IMDb: 7.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes: 98%
Metacritic: 85%
Wikipedia: Link
Director: Jordan Peele
Cast
Daniel Kaluuya, Allison Williams, LaKeith Stanfield, Lil Rel Howery, Catherine Keener, Caleb Landry Jones, Bradley Whitford, Betty Gabriel
Plot
Get Out is a horror-thriller film directed by Jordan Peele. The story follows Chris Washington, portrayed by Daniel Kaluuya, who accompanies his girlfriend, Rose Armitage, played by Allison Williams, to meet her parents at their secluded, affluent estate. Initially, Chris is met with seemingly well-intentioned but awkward interactions with Rose’s family and their predominantly white guests.
As the weekend unfolds, Chris becomes increasingly uncomfortable, noticing strange behavior and racial microaggressions. He discovers that black people who visit the estate have gone missing, and the Armitages have sinister plans involving hypnosis and a process called “coagula.”
The film delves into themes of racism, identity, and cultural appropriation, ultimately culminating in a suspenseful and chilling showdown as Chris fights to escape the horrifying predicament he’s been ensnared in. Get Out is a thought-provoking and socially relevant horror film that blends horror and social commentary to deliver a powerful and disturbing narrative.