When Jordan Peele’s Get Out hit theaters in 2017, it didn’t just scare us; it started a conversation. I remember seeing it in DTLA, it was like the theatrical premiere, and I went with a buddy, and we sat with some execs and went to an after-party.And I was in such awe of the movie and so sure we were witnessing the birth of a great new director. It was one of the best nights for me in all of my time in Hollywood.Here I am, years later, still talking about this movie and how many layers there are inside it.Jordan Peele is one of my favorite current directors, and today I wanted to go over all the symbolism he packed into his debut feature.Let's break down some of the most powerful symbols in the film. - YouTubewww.youtube.comThe Sunken PlaceLet's start with the big one. The Sunken Place is more than just a cool visual or plot device; it's the film's thematic core. When the spoon taps the teacup, Chris plummets into a dark, watery void. He can see the world through a tiny screen, but he can't move. He can't speak. He can only watch as someone else controls his body.I have to admit that upon first glance, I thought this was just some cool storytelling. But the more I read about the movie, the more I was interested in the reading that it was actually a metaphor for systemic racism.It's a suppression of an individual and a trap...
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