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Get Out (2017) Analysis - Film Studies Component 1 Section B

Jordan Peele's Get Outis a brilliant horror film that uses genre conventions to expose modern racism in... Show more

# GET OUT

A LEVEL FILM STUDIES

## Cinematography
- Chris' anxiety and discomfort grow as he is surrounded by a white suburban crowd.
- Med

Film Techniques and Analysis

Ever noticed how a simple camera angle can make you feel uncomfortable? Get Out masters this through cinematography that makes Chris appear increasingly isolated. Medium shots emphasise his nervous expressions whilst making him look small and vulnerable amongst the white crowd at the garden party.

The camera itself becomes a character - Chris's photography represents his freedom and autonomy. When he views people through his lens, they appear more sinister, and crucially, the camera flash can break the hypnotic control over enslaved black characters. It's genius filmmaking that makes an everyday object symbolic.

Sound design reveals the conspiracy through seemingly innocent dialogue. The Armitage family's approval feels forced and awkward - they're essentially performing their "non-racism." Guest comments like "black is in fashion" seem like casual microaggressions but actually have terrifying literal meanings you'll understand later.

Key Insight Peele uses dramatic irony throughout - you often know more than Chris does, which creates that classic horror tension where you're screaming at the screen for the protagonist to run!

Daniel Kaluuya's performance brilliantly shows Chris suppressing his justified fears to avoid being labelled an "angry black man" - a survival strategy that many black people will recognise. The mise-en-scène is packed with symbols teacups represent false civility whilst referencing colonial violence, and deer symbolise how Chris is being turned into a trophy.

# GET OUT

A LEVEL FILM STUDIES

## Cinematography
- Chris' anxiety and discomfort grow as he is surrounded by a white suburban crowd.
- Med

Context and Cultural Impact

The political context is crucial for understanding this film. After Obama's 2008 election, some white Americans claimed racism was "over" and being black was now an advantage - a sentiment Peele found deeply problematic. Get Out challenges this post-racial myth by showing how liberal racism can be more insidious than obvious prejudice.

Social movements like Black Lives Matter and the phrase "Stay Woke" directly influenced the film. The opening track by Childish Gambino uses this phrase, which has both political meaning (racial awareness) and personal meaning (stay alert to danger). It's the perfect double meaning for Chris's situation.

The Armitage estate resembles a plantation, and symbols like the "sunken place" represent the suppression of black progress. When Chris uses cotton to resist hypnosis, he's literally and symbolically breaking free from slavery's legacy. The bingo game functions as a modern slave auction - uncomfortable viewing that makes the point perfectly.

Cultural Impact This 4.5millionfilmgrossedover4.5 million film grossed over 255 million worldwide, proving audiences were hungry for horror that tackles real social issues rather than just cheap scares.

Peele's genius lies in making all white characters villains - deliberately avoiding the typical "white saviour" narrative. These aren't stereotypical racists but educated, liberal people who've voted for Obama yet still view black people as objects. The film's success proved that audiences, both black and white, were ready for this uncomfortable but necessary conversation about modern racism.

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Film Studies

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27 Nov 2025

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Get Out (2017) Analysis - Film Studies Component 1 Section B

Jordan Peele's Get Outis a brilliant horror film that uses genre conventions to expose modern racism in ways that'll make you see microaggressions completely differently. This isn't just a scary movie - it's a clever social commentary that turns... Show more

# GET OUT

A LEVEL FILM STUDIES

## Cinematography
- Chris' anxiety and discomfort grow as he is surrounded by a white suburban crowd.
- Med

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Film Techniques and Analysis

Ever noticed how a simple camera angle can make you feel uncomfortable? Get Out masters this through cinematography that makes Chris appear increasingly isolated. Medium shots emphasise his nervous expressions whilst making him look small and vulnerable amongst the white crowd at the garden party.

The camera itself becomes a character - Chris's photography represents his freedom and autonomy. When he views people through his lens, they appear more sinister, and crucially, the camera flash can break the hypnotic control over enslaved black characters. It's genius filmmaking that makes an everyday object symbolic.

Sound design reveals the conspiracy through seemingly innocent dialogue. The Armitage family's approval feels forced and awkward - they're essentially performing their "non-racism." Guest comments like "black is in fashion" seem like casual microaggressions but actually have terrifying literal meanings you'll understand later.

Key Insight: Peele uses dramatic irony throughout - you often know more than Chris does, which creates that classic horror tension where you're screaming at the screen for the protagonist to run!

Daniel Kaluuya's performance brilliantly shows Chris suppressing his justified fears to avoid being labelled an "angry black man" - a survival strategy that many black people will recognise. The mise-en-scène is packed with symbols: teacups represent false civility whilst referencing colonial violence, and deer symbolise how Chris is being turned into a trophy.

# GET OUT

A LEVEL FILM STUDIES

## Cinematography
- Chris' anxiety and discomfort grow as he is surrounded by a white suburban crowd.
- Med

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Context and Cultural Impact

The political context is crucial for understanding this film. After Obama's 2008 election, some white Americans claimed racism was "over" and being black was now an advantage - a sentiment Peele found deeply problematic. Get Out challenges this post-racial myth by showing how liberal racism can be more insidious than obvious prejudice.

Social movements like Black Lives Matter and the phrase "Stay Woke" directly influenced the film. The opening track by Childish Gambino uses this phrase, which has both political meaning (racial awareness) and personal meaning (stay alert to danger). It's the perfect double meaning for Chris's situation.

The Armitage estate resembles a plantation, and symbols like the "sunken place" represent the suppression of black progress. When Chris uses cotton to resist hypnosis, he's literally and symbolically breaking free from slavery's legacy. The bingo game functions as a modern slave auction - uncomfortable viewing that makes the point perfectly.

Cultural Impact: This 4.5millionfilmgrossedover4.5 million film grossed over 255 million worldwide, proving audiences were hungry for horror that tackles real social issues rather than just cheap scares.

Peele's genius lies in making all white characters villains - deliberately avoiding the typical "white saviour" narrative. These aren't stereotypical racists but educated, liberal people who've voted for Obama yet still view black people as objects. The film's success proved that audiences, both black and white, were ready for this uncomfortable but necessary conversation about modern racism.

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Samantha Klich

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Thomas R

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David K

iOS user

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Sudenaz Ocak

Android user

In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.

Greenlight Bonnie

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very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.

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I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.

Xander S

iOS user

THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮

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This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now

Paul T

iOS user

The app is very easy to use and well designed. I have found everything I was looking for so far and have been able to learn a lot from the presentations! I will definitely use the app for a class assignment! And of course it also helps a lot as an inspiration.

Stefan S

iOS user

This app is really great. There are so many study notes and help [...]. My problem subject is French, for example, and the app has so many options for help. Thanks to this app, I have improved my French. I would recommend it to anyone.

Samantha Klich

Android user

Wow, I am really amazed. I just tried the app because I've seen it advertised many times and was absolutely stunned. This app is THE HELP you want for school and above all, it offers so many things, such as workouts and fact sheets, which have been VERY helpful to me personally.

Anna

iOS user

Best app on earth! no words because it’s too good

Thomas R

iOS user

Just amazing. Let's me revise 10x better, this app is a quick 10/10. I highly recommend it to anyone. I can watch and search for notes. I can save them in the subject folder. I can revise it any time when I come back. If you haven't tried this app, you're really missing out.

Basil

Android user

This app has made me feel so much more confident in my exam prep, not only through boosting my own self confidence through the features that allow you to connect with others and feel less alone, but also through the way the app itself is centred around making you feel better. It is easy to navigate, fun to use, and helpful to anyone struggling in absolutely any way.

David K

iOS user

The app's just great! All I have to do is enter the topic in the search bar and I get the response real fast. I don't have to watch 10 YouTube videos to understand something, so I'm saving my time. Highly recommended!

Sudenaz Ocak

Android user

In school I was really bad at maths but thanks to the app, I am doing better now. I am so grateful that you made the app.

Greenlight Bonnie

Android user

very reliable app to help and grow your ideas of Maths, English and other related topics in your works. please use this app if your struggling in areas, this app is key for that. wish I'd of done a review before. and it's also free so don't worry about that.

Rohan U

Android user

I know a lot of apps use fake accounts to boost their reviews but this app deserves it all. Originally I was getting 4 in my English exams and this time I got a grade 7. I didn’t even know about this app three days until the exam and it has helped A LOT. Please actually trust me and use it as I’m sure you too will see developments.

Xander S

iOS user

THE QUIZES AND FLASHCARDS ARE SO USEFUL AND I LOVE THE SCHOOLGPT. IT ALSO IS LITREALLY LIKE CHATGPT BUT SMARTER!! HELPED ME WITH MY MASCARA PROBLEMS TOO!! AS WELL AS MY REAL SUBJECTS ! DUHHH 😍😁😲🤑💗✨🎀😮

Elisha

iOS user

This apps acc the goat. I find revision so boring but this app makes it so easy to organize it all and then you can ask the freeeee ai to test yourself so good and you can easily upload your own stuff. highly recommend as someone taking mocks now

Paul T

iOS user