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Get Out ~ Film Review
As time passes, many people are becoming more and more aware of societal problems. Of course, this is an evolution, not an immediate change. We can only hope that this continues to evolve to the point that we as a society create real positive change rather than admit and talk about the issues at hand. Discrimination against black individuals is just one part of our problem as a country (and world). We all know about slavery, but what about privilege? What about the consistent trauma we put on minority individuals? These are all issues people are wrapping their heads around, and these are all issues that Get Out explores.
This timely horror film focuses on Chris Washington (Daniel Kaluuya), a black male, and his battle against a white family. A talented photographer, Chris is dating a white female and feels inclined to visit her family after dating for close to 5 months. He isn’t against this visit since it will allow him to photograph nature and meet potential parents-in-law. While he is initially scared of going, thanks to the girlfriend not informing her parents that he is black, Chris decides to take the trip and have as much fun as possible. Once at the parent’s home, Chris realizes the subtle racism presented by everyone in the house. To make issues worse, two black individuals work for the family, but there is something wrong between them. Not far into the film, we realize what the family is up to…
