What does it take for a movie with an overall production budget of 4.5 million to make over 30 million dollars at the box office opening weekend?
Chris (Daniel Kaluuya) and his girlfriend of four months, Rose (Allison Williams), are going to meet her parents for the very first time this weekend. Not too long after this, the movie gets right into the problems of their relationship: Rose’s family and the secrets that surround them. It becomes apparent that the help they have on the estate is all African Americans. These employees seem to have an above average desire to please their employers. A simple weekend getaway turns into a bloody nightmare. What Chris will soon discover about his potential in-laws and the fate they have decided for him will leave you speechless.
Chris is a photographer who sees all aspects of life – the grit, the grime and the beauty. Rose is madly in love with Chris and is very aware of his reservations about meeting her parents. Rose assures Chris that everything will be fine during their weekend away and asks him not to worry.
Written and directed by funny man Jordan Peele, “Get Out” is anything but a regular horror movie. Peele is part of the comedy duo behind the short lived sketch series Key and Peele. The talented writer, director and producer of the film also had a five season run on MADtv.
HBO “Girls” star Allison Williams plays Chris’s girlfriend Rose, Bradley Whitford, Catherine Keener, and Caleb Landry Jones round out the cast. British actor Daniel Kaluuya gave an outstanding performance in his American film debut.
Rotten tomatoes gives it an 89 percent and 4.4 out of five stars.
In watching the film itself, you pick up on several social issues and harsh realities that exist in our world today. Slight moments of comedy helped to relieve some of the tension in the movie. The film has a deep message that is much more than just about racism. It depicts the fascination, hatred and obsession that certain caucasian people have with the given physical talents of African Americans.
The entire movie will keep your interest, keep you glued to your seat and have you connect with the characters naturally. You root for this couple to overcome their differences. The eerie feel has you guessing what happens next. The film moves through effortlessly and there is not a dull moment.
Get your friends, get in the car and get to the movies to see “Get Out.”
