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2019
Movie
102 min
English

Three different stories of three women. In the first Mehrnaz is a widow who is living with her daughter alone. In the second Shahla takes care of her disabled husband and in the third Farzaneh is a young girl who has problems with her fiance.

Insights

IMDb6.8/10
Rotten Tomatoes93%
Metacritic81
Google Users81%
Director: Jordan PeeleGenres: Horror, Mystery, Thriller

Plot Summary

A family's vacation takes a terrifying turn when they are attacked by doppelgängers of themselves. As they fight for survival, they uncover a disturbing truth about their identical intruders and a horrifying parallel existence. The film explores themes of identity, privilege, and the duality of human nature.

Critical Reception

Jordan Peele's 'Us' was met with widespread critical acclaim, praised for its originality, chilling atmosphere, and compelling performances, particularly from Lupita Nyong'o. While some found the allegorical layers complex or divisive, the film was largely lauded as a successful follow-up to 'Get Out' and a significant contribution to modern horror cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive premise and unsettling horror elements.

  • Lupita Nyong'o's dual performance was a standout highlight.

  • The film's social commentary and allegorical depth were widely discussed.

Google audience: Audiences were largely impressed by the film's unique horror concepts and Jordan Peele's directorial vision, with many highlighting Lupita Nyong'o's powerful performance. Some viewers found the plot's deeper meanings to be ambiguous or less satisfying than its suspenseful build-up.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Original Screenplay at the Academy Awards. Won numerous awards from critics' circles and genre film festivals.

Fun Fact

The specific rabbits seen throughout the film are part of the plot, with the rabbits having a symbolic connection to the 'Underground' and the doppelgängers.

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