Jordan Peele is back with his latest horror film, Nope, which had its first trailer released during Super Bowl’s halftime. The film marks the director’s first feature film since Us, released in 2019.
Returning to the big screen is also Daniel Kaluuya, who was nominated for the Best Actor Award at the 2018 Oscars for his work in Get Out, Peele’s debut movie. Kaluuya will star as one of the protagonists in Nope. At the time of writing, there isn’t much information about the plot of the upcoming movie, but the trailer seems to confirm that the movie is set on a horse ranch in California. The trailer reveals a family living on the ranch, who are suddenly met with a mysterious force that seems to affect the behaviour of both humans and animals.
Joining the cast is also Steven Yeun, Keke Palmer and Barbie Ferreira. Nope is scheduled to premiere on July 22, 2022.
Post-Horror
Horror films are a crucial element in the history of cinema. Throughout the years, horror flicks have explored several topics, including the supernatural world, mythical creatures, space, carnage, among others. However, the nature of horror films goes beyond the attempt of generating fear in audiences. They seek to confront watchers with the grimmest aspect of any reality. As a result, several go-to tropes and themes have emerged that have become part of the collective universe of horror.
In this sense, many of the conventional themes/tropes that inspired some of the biggest horror classics have also inspired other forms of entertainment, such as video games and casino games. Within the gaming industry, many games rely on horror and frequently include zombies, ghosts and other monsters. All you need to do is look at Resident Evil, which is coming up to its 30th anniversary, to show that horror is thriving in gaming. This isn’t exclusive to just video games, and we can see this trend across other entertainment. Several horror casino games can be found on some of the main online casinos out there, such as Genesis Casino, which has various slots that rely on these traditional themes, such as Ghost of the Dead or Ghosts ‘N’ Gold. Horror truly is alive as it brings in new players regardless of the medium.
To subvert these themes, Jordan Peele has dived into what many critics call ‘post-horror’. This movement, which became popular after 2010, has presented its own unique take on the terror and thriller genres. Peele, along with Ari Aster, Robert Eggers and other new directors working specifically in the horror industry, has all been working to revolutionise traditional tropes in horror and thrillers.
Jordan Peele’s Cinema
Jordan Peele ventured into cinema by employing a style that seeks to address social, political, and racial issues while telling powerful and visually engaging stories. Through his unique point of view, Jordan Peele captivates, entertains, and merges different layers of political and social commentary into his narratives. He is also known for his use of comic relief, often loaded with criticism, his impactful psychological terror, and subtle metaphors. Peele knows exactly what he wants to say and makes perfect use of all the elements on the screen, showcasing a masterful and economical use of diegetic elements.
Currently, Peele is one of the most important directors and storytellers working in Hollywood. In 2018, he won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for his debut film, Get Out. The film tells the story of a young African American, Chris, who visits his white girlfriend’s parents for the weekend. However, things take a turn for the worst when he starts to notice that his hosts aren’t exactly friendly.
This simple yet deeply compelling feature became an instant success and set several records. Jordan Peele became the first black person to win the Oscar for Best Original Screenplay and also the first to snatch a nomination for the Best Directing, Screenplay and Film Awards. To top it all, the film was the most profitable production of 2017. It had an estimated budget of $4.5 million and grossed more than $255 million.
