I like when my horror movies also have a bit of humor and maybe even use that humor to make a point about the world we live in. Get Out does this expertly, with a look at racism through the lens of relationships and affluence, all while keeping its wry tone and dark themes afloat.
The story is of Rose, a young white woman, and her African-American boyfriend Chris. When they visit her family upstate for the first time, Chris begins to experience racist remarks and attitudes. Attributing these to Rose’s family’s nervousness about his interracial relationship with Rose, he carries on with the weekend plans. However, as strange events unfold and others arrive for a gathering, Chris soon discovers the horror he is feeling runs more than skin-deep.
- Top Scare: Car Scene
- Heartbeats: 2 out of 5
- Gore Factor: 2 out of 5
- Suspense Factor: 3 out of 5
- Recommended for: 17 and up