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It Shall Not Be Named 2023
It Shall Not Be Named is a 2023 English-language science fiction horror film directed by Jordan Peele and produced by Monkeypaw Productions. The film stars Keke Palmer, Daniel Kaluuya, Steven Yeun, and Brandon Perea. It follows a group of siblings who are attacked by a mysterious force while on vacation.
The film was released in the United States on July 22, 2023, by Universal Pictures. It was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $255 million worldwide against a budget of $68 million. The film was praised for its direction, screenplay, acting, cinematography, and visual effects. It was also nominated for six Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Original Screenplay.
Plot
The film opens with a flashback to 1998, where a young Otis "OJ" Haywood (Daniel Kaluuya) and his sister Emerald (Keke Palmer) witness their father, Otis Sr. (Keith David), being abducted by a mysterious object in the sky.
In the present day, OJ and Emerald run a horse ranch in California, which has been in their family for generations. The ranch is a popular tourist attraction, where visitors can learn about the history of Black cowboys and cowgirls.
One day, a mysterious object reappears in the sky above the ranch. OJ and Emerald are initially excited, believing that it could be a publicity stunt for their business. However, they soon realize that the object is dangerous and begins to attack their guests.
OJ and Emerald must work together to protect their family and friends from the mysterious object. They are joined in their fight by Emerald's boyfriend, Brandon Perea, and a local scientist, Steven Yeun.
Themes
The film explores a number of themes, including racism, exploitation, and the nature of spectacle.
The film's title is a reference to the fact that the characters are forbidden to speak about the mysterious object. This prohibition is a metaphor for the way that Black people are often silenced and marginalized in society.
The film also explores the way in which Black people have been exploited throughout history. The ranch that OJ and Emerald operate is a popular tourist attraction, but it is also a place where Black cowboys and cowgirls are put on display for the amusement of white visitors.
The film also examines the nature of spectacle. The mysterious object is a spectacle that OJ and Emerald are initially drawn to, but they soon realize that it is dangerous and deadly. The film suggests that we should be careful about the spectacles that we consume, as they can have a negative impact on our lives.
Critical Reception
The film was praised by critics for its direction, screenplay, acting, cinematography, and visual effects.
Owen Gleiberman of Variety wrote that the film is "a terrifying and thought-provoking thriller." He also praised Peele's direction, writing that he "has a gift for creating images that stay with you long after you've seen the movie."
Justin Chang of the Los Angeles Times wrote that the film is "a masterpiece of horror and social commentary." He also praised the performances of Palmer and Kaluuya, writing that they "give tour-de-force performances."
Peter Travers of Rolling Stone wrote that the film is "a must-see for fans of horror and sci-fi." He also praised the film's social commentary, writing that it is "a powerful film with a lot to say."
Box Office
The film was a commercial success, grossing over $255 million worldwide against a budget of $68 million. It was the highest-grossing horror film of 2023 and the highest-grossing original film of 2023.
Awards and Nominations
The film was nominated for six Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, Best Original Screenplay, Best Cinematography, Best Visual Effects, and Best Sound Editing. It won the award for Best Original Screenplay.
The film was also nominated for four Golden Globe Awards, including Best Motion Picture – Drama, Best Director – Motion Picture, Best Actor – Motion Picture Drama for Daniel Kaluuya, and Best Actress – Motion Picture Drama for Keke Palmer. It won the award for Best Original Screenplay.
Conclusion
It Shall Not Be Named is a 2023 English-language science fiction horror film directed by Jordan Peele and produced by Monkeypaw Productions. The film stars Keke Palmer, Daniel Kaluuya, Steven Yeun, and Brandon Perea. It follows a group of siblings who are attacked by a mysterious force while on vacation.
The film was a critical and commercial success, grossing over $255 million worldwide against a budget of $68 million. It was also nominated for six Academy Awards, including Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Original Screenplay.
