Get out

• <S>:The film explores themes of racial identity, as well as racial stereotyping and prejudice.
• 'Get Out' examines the concept of the 'model minority' stereotype placed upon black communities.
• Chris is not only black but also British, which further highlights his difference from the white American characters he encounters.
• Peele uses the character of Rod Williams (Lil Rel Howery), who is played by an actor with darker skin, to represent the ‘real’ black experience.
• Peele uses Chris's race to explore issues of privilege and power dynamics between different races.
• Rose (Allison Williams) is initially presented as an ally to Chris, however her true intentions are revealed later on in the film.
• The film challenges traditional horror tropes by subverting expectations about who the villains and heroes are.
• Rod represents the reality that Chris has been trying to escape through his relationship with Rose.
• The film portrays the idea that there are different levels of blackness, with those at the bottom being more authentic than those higher up on the social ladder.
• This can be seen when Chris meets Walter (Marcus Henderson) and Logan King (Brandon Perea).
• Rod represents the reality that many African Americans face on a daily basis, while Chris experiences a more privileged existence due to his lighter skin tone.
• In one scene, Rose tells her father she wants to date someone like Chris because "he's so...normal."
• Chris is shown to be ignorant about the realities of black life due to his privileged background.
• The film encourages viewers to examine their own beliefs and actions towards others based on race.
• Walter and Logan represent the "real" black experience, while Chris is shown as having lost touch with this due to his privileged background.
• Chris's journey throughout the film involves him reconnecting with his roots and understanding what it means to truly be black.
• Get Out satirizes the idea of 'post-racial America', where people believe that racism no longer exists due to Obama being elected President.
• Chris's privilege allows him to navigate society without facing the same obstacles as Rod or other darker-skinned individuals.
• Get Out satirizes the concept of 'white saviors', where well-meaning individuals believe they can save people from their own problems without understanding or respecting their experiences.
• Chris is also shown as having an easier time navigating the world compared to Rod.
• However, this privilege comes at a cost, as it allows him to avoid confronting issues related to race and identity.
• The film explores themes related to race, class, and identity, particularly in relation to the concept of "passing" - blending into white culture to avoid prejudice.
• As he becomes increasingly involved in the cult, Chris begins to question his own beliefs and values.
• It challenges the notion that people who have experienced oppression cannot also perpetuate it themselves.
• Get Out explores themes such as identity, race relations, and cultural appropriation through its characters and plot.
• Rod represents the struggles faced by those who are not white or light-skinned.
• Get Out uses symbolism to convey deeper meanings and messages related to race and identity.
• Peele uses humor to make social commentary about issues such as police brutality and white privilege.
• The film highlights how some individuals may not realize they have internalized biases or prejudices.
• Peele uses humor to highlight the absurdity of these situations and make them more palatable to audiences.
• The film also touches upon issues related to police brutality against Black people.
• Rod represents the struggles faced by those who are not white or light-skinned, highlighting the importance of recognizing and addressing these issues.
• Peele uses horror elements to comment on these societal issues and highlight the dangers of ignoring them.
• Peele uses horror elements such as jump scares and suspenseful music to create tension and build up to the climax of the story.
• The film challenges viewers to confront their own prejudices and consider how they contribute to systemic oppression.
• The film suggests that being able to pass as white may not be enough to protect oneself from these dangers.
• Peele uses humor to make social commentary on issues such as police brutality and gentrification.
• The film's title refers to both the literal act of escaping danger and the metaphorical idea of breaking free from societal expectations and norms.
• The film also touches on the issue of police brutality against black men, with Chris experiencing a traumatic event involving a police officer.
• Rod's experience with police brutality highlights the dangers that black men face on a daily basis.