Each one of my movies is going to be about one of these different social demons. The first one, being 'Get Out,' is about race and neglect and marginalization.
Jordan PeeleRead
We go to the theater to be entertained, but if what is left after you watch the movie is a sort of eye-opening perspective on some social issues, then it can be a really powerful piece of art.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Art should entertain as well as provoke thought about important social issues.
In this quote, Jordan Peele emphasizes that the value of a theatrical experience extends beyond mere entertainment; it can also enlighten viewers on significant social issues, leaving them with a deeper understanding and perspective. This dual role of film as both entertainment and a catalyst for social awareness underscores the transformative power of art in society.
Themes
TheaterEntertainmentSocial IssuesArtPerspective
In practice
Example use cases
During a discussion about films that tackle social justice themes.
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I'd been taught from an early age that I was in the 'other' category on the standardized tests. You know, I had to go down the checklist - Caucasian, African-American, Latino, Asian-Pacific Islander, and then, you know, at the bottom is other. So, you know, very early on I was taught, in a way, that I was somehow this anomaly.
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