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A drawing of a horror film by Peele shows a horse floating in mid-air.

‘NOPE’ Will Let Jordan Peele Build on the Themes He’s Known For — With Perhaps a Few Surprises

Vanessa Rivera, James Madison University

The horror movie could further solidify his reputation as a filmmaker.…

July 18, 2022

The Evolution of the Horror Genre and Why Some of Its Protégés Fail

Jordan Peele's 'Get Out' prompted other films to attempt the same powerful social commentary, with a few resulting duds.…

August 17, 2021

For an article about elevated horror, an illustration depicts iconography from different psychological thrillers: a woman from Midsommar, the hovering Babadook, and the devil goat from The Witch.

Does Elevated Horror Really Exist?

Kelsi Karpinski, Michigan State University

Or are they just thrillers? Either way, the success of these films is undeniable.…

August 14, 2021

An illustration of relationships in horror romance films.

Horror Romance Films Illuminate the Light and Dark of Humanity

Karen Lu, Yale University

While it has always been said that there's a fine line between fear and desire, this dynamic is truly exemplified in these works.…

July 4, 2021

A photo of a scene from Them for an article about the racial implications behind the new show. (Image via Google Images)

Does ‘Them’ Mark the Start to a New Age of Horror Series?

Kiera Baity, Kennesaw State University

Created by Little Marvin, the show evokes Jordan Peele’s films ‘Get Out’ and ‘Us,' but features its own idiosyncrasies and issues.…

May 2, 2021

In an article about The Scaredy Cats Horror Show podcast, a shot from horror movie Get Out

If You Hate the Horror Genre Then You’ll Love ‘The Scaredy Cats Horror Show’

Emma Smith, Wesleyan University

The new podcast is helping people learn how to deal with their fear of watching horror movies.…

September 12, 2020

Jordan Peele Produces Socially-Conscious Horror Film ‘Candyman’

S. T. Perez, Texas A&M University, San Antonio

The sequel to the 1992 film of the same name is expected to combine chills with insights about race in America.…

March 21, 2020

A scene from Netflix's I Am Not Okay With This

‘I Am Not Okay With This’ and the White Girl With the Black Best Friend

Kayla Johnson, Bradley University

It's not just this particular Netflix original either. There seems to be an endless amount of films using this tired trope.…

March 18, 2020

Jordan Peele’s ‘Us’ Is, Again, Combining Black Culture and Horror

Zachary Truesdale, University of Texas at San Antonio

Black people have come a long way in the horror genre.…

January 15, 2019

Everything We Know So Far About Jordan Peele’s Newest Horror Film, ‘Us’

Lexi Anderson, Pratt Institute

Could it be another 'Get Out'?…

December 24, 2018

How Comedic Actors Came to Dominate This Year’s Oscar Race

Candace Baker, University of Texas at Austin

Last year's jokesters are this year's Oscar contenders.…

October 26, 2018

How Jordan Peele Has Changed Racial Visibility in Mainstream Media

Jovana Vajagic, DePaul University

Writer and director Jordan Peele has revolutionized racial representation in media and become a hero for millennials.…

February 23, 2018

Predicting the Best Picture Nominees for the 90th Academy Awards

Shashank Rao, University of Michigan

The awards are just around the corner, so let's get into which films will make the Best Picture Nominees for the Academy Awards.…

January 17, 2018

Is There Room for Black Horror in Hollywood?

Brandi Loving, St. Mary's University

Leave it to white privilege to find three jokes in 'Get Out' and call it a comedy.…

November 29, 2017

Jordan Peele’s ‘Get Out’ Has Updated the Black Horror Genre

Uwana Ikaiddi, University of Central Florida

The film plays on traditional race-based fears, but adds a distinctly modern twist.…

March 23, 2017

Why Jordan Peele’s ‘Get Out’ Is a Must-See for 2017

Shannon Mondesir, Brooklyn College

It's white guilt at its most uncomfortable.…

March 19, 2017

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