1. Compare and contrast the themes and events in Jordan Peele’s films Get Out and Nope. Their differences may be easier to see at first glance, but they also have some striking similarities. Be sure to write your essay in full sentences, not bullet points, addressing the prompts:
Address all of the prompts below for full credit on this essay.
Use at least two examples from the films to support your thoughts on each part of the prompt. In the first question answer all of these parts in separate paragraphs. Each bullet point should be a separate paragraphs. Each paragraph should have at least 5-6 sentences
- What is the primary message in Get Out?
- What is the primary message in Nope?
- What are the major differences between Get Out and Nope?
- What are some similarities between Get Out and Nope? (not including casting)
2. Nia DaCosta’s new Candyman (2021) is designed to update the original 1992 version. The second question should answer all of these parts in separate paragraphs. Each bullet point should be a separate paragraph
– Describe THREE ways that the original Candyman was problematic racially. USE SPECIFIC EXAMPLES for each.
– Describe THREE ways the new Candyman seeks to update the original. USE SPECIFIC EXAMPLES.
– Does the update succeed in addressing the problematic aspects of the original? Why or why not? BE SPECIFIC.