Few films have ever asked the question at the center of Killer of Sheep with such passion and heart: What does it mean to be human in a world designed to deprive you of that humanity? NewBlackFilmCanon Wesley_Morris
“I would’ve voted for Obama for a third term, if I could.” “ROSE, GIMME THOSE KEYS!” “No-no-no-no-no-no-no-no-no.” “I’m TS-motherf—in’-A! We handle s—!” “Now you’re in the Sunken Place.” It’s rare that a feature debut gets to claim instant-classic status, but Jordan Peele’s crackling, whip-smart thriller more than earned its place in the canon.
I did end up seeing it. But for months I had to pretend like I had when I hadn’t. If it is possible, this film may actually be underrated for its impact. I feel like it opened up the door for Black people in show business to do things that the industry didn’t expect and certainly wasn’t looking for.
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