Subtle, well-made and refreshing

Rating: 10/10 (10 September 2017)

Although I marked this review for spoilers, I'll try to keep the spoilers to minimum and try to mention things subtly without revealing too much. But still, you've been warned, read at your own risk.
I have seen this film long after its release and by the time I watched the film it was already critically acclaimed. So my expectations were high, though I was also a little bit apprehensive knowing this is the first directing job of Jordan Peele. At the end, I can wholeheartedly say that it was even better than I expected. Technically this is a horror-comedy which is not my favorite genre. But this is a legit horror film and the horror parts were played straight, which is beautiful. The humor comes from the social commentary and there is also a comic relief character who is used very scarcely. I know Jordan Peele from their popular show Key and Peele (2012) and they are both great in that show. They are not only great comedians and writers, but also great actors and that is what made Key and Peele so good. I loved every skit in that show whereas I can't get through any SNL episode without cringing now and then. Jordan proved that he also has talent in directing, with this film. His strength is his observations on social issues and more specifically on racism. Now, I'm from Turkey, So I won't pretend that I understand all the minor, quantum level racial clashes when a black dude goes to meet his white girl friend's family. But it was still mostly relatable, even to me. There are a lot of smart details with its comments too. Despite their racism against the black people, there is also some envy from same people to their physical attributes and they want to be them. I also liked all the actors, especially the lady who played the servant.
I understand comedy and horror are the most subjective genres. The horror aspect of this film was very effective for me personally. But even if it is not very effective for you in the horror department, you can still enjoy it as a good thriller for it's a very well made film. And lastly, it was also very refreshing to see some different ideas in a horror film, other than zombies and vampires and other bs.