Very Good but a Bit Overrated

Rating: 8/10 (29 April 2017)

As I begin this review, I can't help but wonder if my review is influenced by the fact that I saw this movie several weeks after it was released. So much praise was heaped on Get Out that I went in expecting something akin to Citizen Kane or The Godfather. I liked Get Out a great deal, but I don't think it's ultimately worthy of its outstanding reviews.
It is a very good movie, that contains some great social commentary about race in America. As a person of color, I couldn't but help but laugh at some of the inside jokes. This is not to say that whites will not enjoy the movie, though I am sure some will take offense at the depiction of all the white people in the film.
The movie starts a bit slow and meanders a bit before the real suspense kicks in. As Chris starts to wonder what the hell is going on in the Armitage household, I found myself at the edge of my seat wondering what what going to happen. The ending is satisfying and generally ties things up well.
Overall, an exciting, clever, and well-written movie that contains great insights on race relations in America. Definitely worth seeing!