In 2017, writer-director Jordan Peele captivated audiences with his debut feature film, Get Out . This psychological thriller quickly became iconic for its incredible blend of humor, horror, and depth. Peele coined the term “social thriller” to describe a genre where the real bad guy is society itself. Get Out masterfully satirized race and the underlying racism within white liberalism. The film tells the story of Chris, a Black man in an interracial relationship, who visits his white girlfriend Rose’s family. Initially assured by Rose that her family is accepting, Chris soon discovers the horrifying truth. The Black individuals he encounters at the family’s home exhibit unsettling behavior, and it’s revealed that they plan to steal his body for their purposes. Get Out uses allegorical symbolism to critique the commodification of Black bodies and the insidiousness of white liberals who refuse to relinquish their power. Get Out not only achieved commercial success but also made...