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SuperMoritz1Aug 24, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really liked the movie. It had the perfect balance between humor and horror. The shots were amazing and the atmosphere created by totally leaving out music really sold the events. The actors' performance was convincing and the sound design was too, and so was the alien's design, nothing too innovative in the beginning but the final form was definetely surprising to see. Absolutely don't regret seeing this movie in theatre... 9/10 can recommend.… Expand

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Finnegan43Aug 24, 2022

I have never scored a movie on metacritic but I use the ratings/reviews to advise me whether a film is worthwhile. I saw that Nope was getting some good reviews and went to see it. What a pile of nonsense this film is!!!!!!!! I see everyoneI have never scored a movie on metacritic but I use the ratings/reviews to advise me whether a film is worthwhile. I saw that Nope was getting some good reviews and went to see it. What a pile of nonsense this film is!!!!!!!! I see everyone writing about clever subtext tension, humour and interesting storyline, but this film has none of that. Essentially unlikeable characters and it inserts "clever quirks" which are supposed to be interesting but are just irritating e.g. the shoe seemingly defying gravity - just because the film does not explain this does not make it clever! I hate this film, it just angered me.… Expand

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doebreiAug 20, 2022

Came in this expecting to be thrilled, except for the trepidation of something scary about to happen for 5 minutes I wasn't. After you realize nothing exciting will happen(about 40 minutes in), it's still well put together but really a hugeCame in this expecting to be thrilled, except for the trepidation of something scary about to happen for 5 minutes I wasn't. After you realize nothing exciting will happen(about 40 minutes in), it's still well put together but really a huge letdown to know you came to be thrilled and you're just watching a decent drama.… Expand

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MarkHReviewsAug 20, 2022

Jordan Peele is clearly a gifted filmmaker. It’s also possible that he’s too smart for his own good. His latest offering, “Nope,” decisively answers the rhetorical question: “Are all of Jordan Peele’s films interesting and accessible?”

AJordan Peele is clearly a gifted filmmaker. It’s also possible that he’s too smart for his own good. His latest offering, “Nope,” decisively answers the rhetorical question: “Are all of Jordan Peele’s films interesting and accessible?”

A taciturn OJ Haywood (Daniel Kaluuya) works for his dad at Haywood’s Hollywood Horses, which wrangles horses for the entertainment industry. After his father is mysteriously killed by falling metal debris, OJ becomes responsible for keeping the business and the family ranch afloat. His sister, Emerald (Keke Palmer), helps out, sorta. But there’s something very wrong here. A cloud has been sitting on the horizon for days. Could it be hiding a space alien from view? Yup. But good news: by capturing film footage of the alien, maybe the Haywards can make a lot of money and save the farm.

In writing this screenplay, Writer/Producer/Director Peele creates more story lines than he knows what to do with. The film opens with a quote from the Old Testament prophet Nahum: “I will cast abominable filth upon you, make you vile, and make you a spectacle.” So perhaps this film is an allegory about the oversized role of spectacle in modern culture? Sorta. Peele tells us a couple of times that OJ and Emerald are the descendants of the black jockey who appeared in 1878’s “The Horse in Motion,” arguably the progenitor of the modern motion picture. And there’s a poster for “Buck and the Preacher,” Sidney Poitier’s directorial debut, that appears in more than one scene. Maybe this film is about the marginalization of black contributions to film-making? Kinda. There’s a storyline about Jupe (Steven Yeun), who’s scratching to make a living managing a misbegotten cowboy theme park. As a child, Jupe starred in “Gordy’s Home,” an infamously short-lived sitcom where a chimpanzee ran amuck and attacked almost everyone on the set. Huh?

Peele fully develops exactly none of these ideas or any of the other thematic elements floating around. As a result, “Nope” comes across as a series of poorly developed impressions culminating in an unsatisfyingly ambiguous climax.

There are many elements of this film worthy of praise. Kaluuya, Palmer, Yeun and gravel-voiced Michael Wincott, who plays a famous cinematographer with plans to get definitive footage of the alien, are all first-rate. Visually, the film is often spectacular because of the work of Cinematographer Hoyte Van Hoytema (“Tenet,” “Interstellar,” “Dunkirk”).

In my view, “Nope” is a smart, creative filmmaker just showing off. Here, he never chooses to fully pursue any of the themes he develops. But isn’t a key element of filmmaking the act of telling a coherent story or at least fully articulating a personal point of view? According to Jordan Peele, nope.… Expand

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SerengetiAug 1, 2022

Sorry, folks, I just didn’t get it. The movie had some interesting moments, but it seemed to me that every time things really got going, the screen would go dark and we were off to somewhere else. And what was up with Gordy? And Clover?Sorry, folks, I just didn’t get it. The movie had some interesting moments, but it seemed to me that every time things really got going, the screen would go dark and we were off to somewhere else. And what was up with Gordy? And Clover? Parts may have been entertaining, but for me this is nowhere near a 10. My friend liked it less than I did.… Expand

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Derelicte-13Aug 18, 2022

Best alien movie since the thing, incredible cinematography and sound design, I'm my opinion his best movie yet.

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theredskyAug 10, 2022

My score for Nope is kind of in flux right now. It’s sitting at a 7 but I really want to give it an 8 however I need to watch the movie again before I do that so 7 for now. Nope is a weird film for me. 2/3rd’s of this movie is insanely goodMy score for Nope is kind of in flux right now. It’s sitting at a 7 but I really want to give it an 8 however I need to watch the movie again before I do that so 7 for now. Nope is a weird film for me. 2/3rd’s of this movie is insanely good but the last 30 minutes are just kind of underwhelming to me. I’m hoping on rewatch that my thoughts will change. The ending only feels underwhelming because it felt somewhat less dramatic than the rest of the film. The whole movie for the first 2/3rds is creepy and downright terrifying at points and that isn’t there for the 3rd act. That’s really my major critique but since it’s the climax of the movie it does stick out like a sore thumb to me. Like I said though, the rest of the movie is insanely good. It’s scary at points and just downright disturbing in all the ways a horror movie should be. Keke Palmer and Daniel Kaluuya are amazing in this and I hope to see more great performances from them in the future. Their characters are really fun to watch and get behind as they are just like us. Humans are naturally drawn to the unknown and sometimes we do whatever is necessary to try and capture it to show the world. The Gordy segments can seem a little confusing as to what they mean but not only are they downright scary and terrifying but it really adds to one of the film’s messages about not underestimating a wild animal as you don’t know how they will react regardless of how much you try to train them. The technical aspects of this film are pretty amazing across the board. The visual effects, sound design, cinematography, and music are all some of the best of the year and are definitely worth the price of admission. While I’m still a little unsure about the ending I still think that you should go see this film as soon as possible for everything else that I mentioned.… Expand

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LumdogAug 14, 2022

It's a very interesting premise and Jordan Peele infuses such tension and spectacle in the film, but it is overall lacking in execution and the ending fails to live up to the promise of the first half. Special mention to the cinematographyIt's a very interesting premise and Jordan Peele infuses such tension and spectacle in the film, but it is overall lacking in execution and the ending fails to live up to the promise of the first half. Special mention to the cinematography and sound design/mixing here; which is outstanding. The camera shots are creative and gorgeous; especially the night time shots. The film would've benefited from some tighter editing and cutting out unnecessary and non-consequential scenes (containing a certain monkey).… Expand

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Rebecca31Aug 14, 2022

Well Jordan Peele has done it again with another terrific horror to add to his ever growing collection. If you loved Get Out and Us then be sure to get yourselves to the largest cinema screen possible to see Nope. As always this is a spoilerWell Jordan Peele has done it again with another terrific horror to add to his ever growing collection. If you loved Get Out and Us then be sure to get yourselves to the largest cinema screen possible to see Nope. As always this is a spoiler free review, however, the less you know about Nope before seeing it the better.

OJ Haywood (Daniel Kaluuya) and Emerald Haywood (Keke Palmer) are horse trainers on a ranch in inland California. They begin experiencing strange and unexplainable occurrences and decide to do some further investigation. The trailer gives you a pretty good indicator to where this movie is going but honestly regarding the plot the less you know the better. The same can be said for all Jordan Peele movies so I’d suggest you try to see Nope with as little information as possible. Peele has expertly blended genres here with Nope, it’s first and foremost a horror as there are scenes that are indeed chilling and will stay with you long after the movie has ended. Yet it’s also a sci-fi movie and a western. That’s three genres you don’t normally see combined together very often, especially like this, but the results speak for themselves.

There’s strong influences from other sci-fi movies and Summer blockbusters, Jaws immediately comes to mind. Particularly when it comes to building up to the spectacle, you’re not sure what you’re dealing with right away and you won’t be shown anything before you need to be. Nope immediately presents you with a hair-raising scene, and from that moment on, the suspense builds before it unleashes the chaos. So yes it’s a little slow to build but I promise the payoff will be worth it. You’re put on edge and kept there while the film follows a similar formula of other great blockbusters, constantly building the suspense. At times it almost feels nostalgic with reminders from other great sci-fi and horror movies along with some real life horrors mixed in there too. At the same time it’s very much it’s own thing and brings some much needed originality to the horror genre.

Again Peele gathers an ensemble cast of great actors, Michael Wincott, Steven Yeun and Brandon Perea, with the stand out performances being Daniel Kaluuya and Keke Palmer as the Haywood siblings. It’s a small cast, which gives plenty of time to get to know the characters and more importantly care about them. Newer horrors seem to be continually falling into the same trap of endless disposable characters just there to be killed, whereas less characters with actual character development is far more effective and when things start going wrong you’re actually invested in what happens to them. They are well written, likeable and more importantly believable characters that react the way you’d expect when the weird stuff starts happening, much to the delight of the audience. Nothing beats seeing a terrific blockbuster in a packed cinema enjoying every minute of it.

I probably sound like a broken record at this point but we’re living in a time where the majority of films nowadays follow the same formula, and you end up seeing the same thing over and over again. Original ideas are always harder to get the green light so I’m always happy to see something new whether I liked it or not. In the case of Nope, I loved it and I’m still thinking about it. If we’re talking favourites, I’d still choose Get Out as my favourite but Nope is a close second.

Jordan Peele is a director who has a clear vision for his movies and you’re always guaranteed something new. Nope is no exception. You’ll jump, squirm and laugh. It balances humour and horror together while experimenting with genres and showing you something you haven’t seen before. To sum it up, it’s a horror/sci-fi/western infused blockbuster that I urge all of you to see. Highly recommended for the Jordan Peele and horror fans.… Expand

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JamonHDAug 14, 2022

this movie is kinda difficult. Some part of mine loves this movie because of it's brilliant camera work, it's interesting story and shocking effects. But the other part of mine is thinking, why Jordan Peele didn't end this story with a clue.this movie is kinda difficult. Some part of mine loves this movie because of it's brilliant camera work, it's interesting story and shocking effects. But the other part of mine is thinking, why Jordan Peele didn't end this story with a clue. Also a few characters could be cut from the movie entirely and it wouldn't had any huge impact. Some scenes are too long for my taste. At the end there is a good movie with a bit too much characters, but overall a brilliant story, many scenes which are a bit too long, but camera work on it's peak… Expand

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DeviltherobotAug 13, 2022

I generally liked it, but there were definitely pacing issues. Also large stretches where I was bored. I do like that he didn't feel the need to deeply explain everything. It is better than US, but not as good as get out.

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FadeBlackAug 13, 2022

Fantastic entertainment and so, so well made. Jordan Peele is fast becoming one of the very best working directors in the industry today. Every scene is engaging, crafty, and accomplishes something - too many movies lack this vision today.Fantastic entertainment and so, so well made. Jordan Peele is fast becoming one of the very best working directors in the industry today. Every scene is engaging, crafty, and accomplishes something - too many movies lack this vision today.

Hard to talk about the plot and story without being spoiler-heavy, but it is all well worth the ride. Admittedly it does peter off toward the end and the payoff, while not bad, isn't quite as awesome as the build-up was, but it leaves room to potentially revisit the story.… Expand

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MetacriticOnurAug 12, 2022

admirable
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worthy of admiration; inspiring approval, reverence, or affection.

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Gamb1t66Aug 10, 2022

Nope is a beautifully shot film with lofty ambitions that ultimately falls short of its mark. While Jordan Peele showcases once again that he is a master of building tension, his latest offering is ultimately undone by pacing issues andNope is a beautifully shot film with lofty ambitions that ultimately falls short of its mark. While Jordan Peele showcases once again that he is a master of building tension, his latest offering is ultimately undone by pacing issues and undercooked subplots that fail to provide any payoff.

As a side note:

The critics were never going to be unkind to a Peele film out of fear risking the wrath of the internet. This is immediately apparent in the contrast between the critic and user scores. Was Peele's latest offering better than this year's legacy sequel Scream 5? Nope. I think critics need to devise and implement a universal scoring rubric as a guideline to ensure that films aren't punished in areas of excellence based purely on a biased view towards an existing IP or favouring certain directors or studios over others.… Expand

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DubeauAug 10, 2022

Nope is really interesting by it's message and themes. The story start one way but slowly become something else. And what they are up against has it's own set of rules. The acting is very convincing with very distinct charactersNope is really interesting by it's message and themes. The story start one way but slowly become something else. And what they are up against has it's own set of rules. The acting is very convincing with very distinct characters personalities. The action is good and the CGI are surprisingly very fresh in the way it's presented. Amazing work on the sound. The only drawback for me was the director character and it's motivations, especially what he did at the end. For me that made no sens. I give the movie 82%. I had to read online a bit about one part of the story in relation to the other. Maybe it was unclear in the movie, but after reading it, I felt it was showed but not explained. And in a sens it's a good motivation to re-watch it.… Expand

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SuperbaDMIkeAug 10, 2022

This movie isn't the best Jordan Peele movie, but it got its fair shares of highlights and jump scares. Plus a little comedic.

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Bandicoot89Aug 9, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This movie is too long and the first half is boring and frustrating. But, after the first hour, we actually get to see the alien creature more and more and it looks pretty cool. The other characters in the movie are generally annoying, boring, or frustrating. However, underneath all of that there is a smart story being told, themes about the first thing ever recorded on video relating to how the characters want to capture the Nope on video. The second half of the movie makes up for the shortcomings of the first and the ending is so good it redeems the movie. I just wish it had been shorter and that they would put some more exciting plot points in the first half of the movie so they don’t put the audience to sleep before the good scenes start happening… Expand

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WTF-Aug 9, 2022

WTF! If you like to be scammed. Then go see this movie. Biggest let down of any movie in history.

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judahjsnAug 8, 2022

Like "Us," this feels like a string of memes and intentionally startling scenes and images, rather than a story with believable characters. I loved Get Out but these last two Peele movies feel pretentious and shallow. Great cinematography.Like "Us," this feels like a string of memes and intentionally startling scenes and images, rather than a story with believable characters. I loved Get Out but these last two Peele movies feel pretentious and shallow. Great cinematography. Bad acting (under acting by the male lead, overacting by the female and their sidekick). Peele is stylish but his characters feel as thin and unrealistic as the ones in his previous sketch comedy.… Expand

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Alucardcastle13Aug 8, 2022

Absolute masterpiece! That is what I would expect/unexpect in real life...
Great visuals, sound and actors. Thank you.

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Thelog32Aug 6, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The best part of the film was the monkey subplot used to connect the main themes. Everything else was meh.… Expand

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johndoe2014Aug 5, 2022

The movie is good and interesting on its own. But it was created as a grand metaphor for media and social media. In that sense it is a masterwork. As a horror movie it is pretty entertaining and well done. But as a parable it is a must see.

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skunkyAug 3, 2022

Interesting movie, but the pacing is far too slow and I find characters lack likeability. Premise of an UFO that flying around with with no one but the main characters knowing about its and trying to film it is a bit hard to believe.Interesting movie, but the pacing is far too slow and I find characters lack likeability. Premise of an UFO that flying around with with no one but the main characters knowing about its and trying to film it is a bit hard to believe. Especially half way through the film you realize others have witnessed it too, repeatedly.… Expand

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yeqksAug 2, 2022

i think it suffers from devoting far too much time developing a character just to kill him off early on, as well as a fairly weak ending but everything else was really fun. don't listen to reviews that just say the movie is bad or goodi think it suffers from devoting far too much time developing a character just to kill him off early on, as well as a fairly weak ending but everything else was really fun. don't listen to reviews that just say the movie is bad or good without actually telling you what they liked or disliked about it.… Expand

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tyronesj06Aug 2, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I had no idea an alien spaceship movie could be something totally different than what the director led us to believe. Bravo! Still confused on the focus of the chimpanzee attack.… Expand

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TVJerryAug 2, 2022

Here's a line from my review of Us (Jordan Peele's last film) that still applies with this one: "While the concept…is promising, there are some question marks that throw the logic off the rails a bit. Still, it’s an inventive and engrossingHere's a line from my review of Us (Jordan Peele's last film) that still applies with this one: "While the concept…is promising, there are some question marks that throw the logic off the rails a bit. Still, it’s an inventive and engrossing addition to the genre." Daniel Kaluuya and Keke Palmer star as brother and sister who are the last family members of a long line of horse trainers for TV and movies. When mysterious things start happening on their ranch, they dig deeper (or look higher) to figure out the cause. While this starts with promise, it's almost an hour until any cool encounters and even then, the lapses in reality and reason kept causing question marks. Director Peele hasn't delivered much suspense…more anticipation that never delivers. The climax features some cool visuals, but there's more unsettling atmosphere than real tension in the action. [usr =2.5]… Expand

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sproutpodAug 1, 2022

Totally "out there" and well worth it! Some is seriously creative to write this. Forget formula. This is something new.

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cylackJul 31, 2022

Jordan Poole has done it again. Another hit. Modern day hitmaker. Nope is very different than his other two films. Great ensemble cast here. The movie kept me absolutely riveted throughout its entire 2 hour run time. The only thing I didn'tJordan Poole has done it again. Another hit. Modern day hitmaker. Nope is very different than his other two films. Great ensemble cast here. The movie kept me absolutely riveted throughout its entire 2 hour run time. The only thing I didn't like was the backstory with the chimpanzee and Jupe. I thought it was pointless, and yes I've read reviews where how its explained its use on an allegorical level.… Expand

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Donttalk2Jul 30, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I don`t buy the message here: that we`re all territorial animals (even aliens, exspecially apes) and shouldn`t look each other in the eye. I didn`t particulary like the characters, think that the film should have ended 5 minutes earlier (with Em looking at the sky) and think you really shouldn`t blend , well, certain body parts with an antique camera to create a monster. But this is an impressive film. How Lovecraft would have written a remake of "Tremors" after watching "Jaws". An elegant and hypnotic nightmare full of carefully crafted images and an eerie feeling of vulnerability and space. Some truly terrifying moments. Great soundtrack.… Expand

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BeardedYodaJul 30, 2022

NOPE is a good film. The character dialogue is realistic and well acted, the cinematography is excellent, and the overall plot is pretty decent. However, if you're wondering why I'm calling the plot "pretty decent" and not "great" - it'sNOPE is a good film. The character dialogue is realistic and well acted, the cinematography is excellent, and the overall plot is pretty decent. However, if you're wondering why I'm calling the plot "pretty decent" and not "great" - it's because of one singular plot thread that is completely pointless and not well explained but is interwoven with most of the films storyline. Saying what the plot thread is will spoil major parts of the movie, but just know it's pointless. Other than that, NOPE is a unique and enjoyable movie that is worth a watch.… Expand

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derekjaypostJul 30, 2022

worst movie i have seen all year. waste of time. dont waste your money. 0/10

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littletristan2Jul 29, 2022

Nope (2022)
Positives: Acting
Suspense
Music Cinematography
Negatives:
Slow
Confusing
Characters aren't developed enough

Jordan Peele is the next M. Night Shyamalan

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MissbeeJul 29, 2022

Incredible movie!! Finally a new great thriller. After watching I posted to all my friends and family to go see it in theater while they can. I don’t usually post reviews but this was a make you think damn good movie.

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jaredwallace91Jul 28, 2022

Jordan Peels knows how to create layered spectacle and get people to the theaters

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basedcoleJul 28, 2022

Nope? More like YES! Jordan Peele does it again and directs a film once again in the upper echelon of prestige horror. Highly recommended. You'll either love it or hate it!

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KGardnerXXJul 28, 2022

I went to see this movie yesterday, hoping to see something interesting and scary. What I got was bizarre, confusing and full of plot holes. I don’t understand why professional critics seem to go out of their way to ignore gaping logic holesI went to see this movie yesterday, hoping to see something interesting and scary. What I got was bizarre, confusing and full of plot holes. I don’t understand why professional critics seem to go out of their way to ignore gaping logic holes in Peele’s movies. It was the same was with “Us”, which was spooky and visually terrifying but had some seriously questionable logic in its storytelling. This movie took some time to get to the main story, spending a good deal of a half hour establishing the characters and backstory but then starts to pick up rapidly in what I was hoping was going to be a spooky and disturbing story. Which it was, for a little bit. Unfortunately, in what I can only describe as a Shyamalan like twist, the story takes a left turn into… what!? The last third of the movie becomes faster in pace than the rest, but turns into a strange and often confusing struggle with the characters doing things that bluntly, I didn’t understand. I left the movie feeling conflicted but as I’ve had more time to think over what I saw, has made less and less sense to me. The end verdict I had was that the logic of the movies simply doesn’t work. Yeah, it’s scary in parts and has some serious jump scares, but that doesn’t save it from it’s confusing illogic. And to be honest here, I didn’t really like any of the characters all that much either. They can be annoying and dislike able at times. Peele has finally worn out his welcome with me. As I said before, he’s become like Shyamalan, who took a good first movie and managed to make a lot of other movies, none of which were anywhere near as good. Maybe he should try returning to more comedy in the future. Rummage around and see if you can find Key’s number in your junk drawer.… Expand

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KwasieJul 28, 2022

The story never really develops. It does have some great cinematic sequences, but you’re left wondering “What’s the point?” Too many intermingled plots that never really coalesce. It just kind of meanders along. There’s never an “aha” momentThe story never really develops. It does have some great cinematic sequences, but you’re left wondering “What’s the point?” Too many intermingled plots that never really coalesce. It just kind of meanders along. There’s never an “aha” moment during the movie that wants to keep you engaged.

Get Out was much simpler in its scope and, therefore, much more intriguing.… Expand

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jamessJul 27, 2022

I think in it's way, Nope is Jordan Peele' s most personal film. Dealing, in one aspect, with African-American's history and legacy in the film industry. The main characters are descendants of the first person captured on film, a black jockeyI think in it's way, Nope is Jordan Peele' s most personal film. Dealing, in one aspect, with African-American's history and legacy in the film industry. The main characters are descendants of the first person captured on film, a black jockey riding a horse. That person is a forgotten piece of film history, and never given their due. OJ and Em operate a horse ranch catering to film production, carrying on the tradition (and legacy) of their late father, portrayed by John Carpenter favorite Keith David (The Thing, They Live). There is a poster in their home of the early seventies film Buck and the Preacher, made at a time when "blacksploitation" films were made crossing many genres, from crime to horror to westerns. The business is going through tough times as real live animals are being replaced by much more manageable CGI. Because as the Gordy subplot reveals, it's near impossible for man to control nature, especially for entertainment and spectacle. And flesh and blood being replaced by machine. That's just one aspect. When ex child actor Jupe, recalls the incident where a chimpanzee attacks during the taping of a sitcom, he references an SNL sketch and a Mad magazine cover is shown. Tragedy is turned to parody (for our entertainment), and, of course, Peele appeared early in his career on Mad Tv, which ran opposite SNL. And Jupe tries to capitalize off that notoriety and exploit nature for his own profit, which does not go well. Peele references everything from Jaws, to Close Encounters (in Spielberg' s film objects electrically spring to life in the presence of the aliens, here, just the opposite), to even Akira. But he uses these references as loving nods. It's in no way a perfect movie, but it is a movie made by a man who LOVES movies, and it shows.… Expand

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TheCogDogJul 27, 2022

A fantastic film I feel I will appreciate as time goes on and I understand the deeper themes.

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NotoriousNeoJul 27, 2022

Eerie, suspenseful, and often flips the script on expectations. If you want a movie that explains every single little thing, you will be disappointed. Part of what makes Peele's movies great is that they are open to many interpretations. NopeEerie, suspenseful, and often flips the script on expectations. If you want a movie that explains every single little thing, you will be disappointed. Part of what makes Peele's movies great is that they are open to many interpretations. Nope is no different. For example, the certain flashbacks are clearly meant to connect towards a certain character's motivations later in the film, but certain parts of said flashback that people are fixated on (a particular item of clothing specifically) don't really have a meaning aside from the one people will attach to it. Who is right? No one will ever really know. Regardless, at the end of the day this movie does what it's supposed to which is entertain and be anything but forgettable. Pay the man your $10 and hope we continue to get more original movies like this that take huge swings, make huge hits, and sometimes miss in equal measure.… Expand

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Compi24Jul 26, 2022

It's just as well that my favorite Jordan Peele movie is easily his most divisive in the eyes of both critics and fans alike. Honestly, to those saying this doesn't fit in with the rest of the Jordan Peele oeuvre, try to look at each of hisIt's just as well that my favorite Jordan Peele movie is easily his most divisive in the eyes of both critics and fans alike. Honestly, to those saying this doesn't fit in with the rest of the Jordan Peele oeuvre, try to look at each of his films as a tale from one of the writer/director's favorite television series (one he rebooted himself in 2019): The Twilight Zone. This is a show known for outright horror stories, supernatural horror stories, sci-fi/horror stories, horror/thriller stories and sometimes even action-oriented/horror stories. In this respect, not only does "Nope" fit in with the rest of Peele's filmography, but I think it actually perfects a lot of what he was attempting on a thematic level with both "Get Out" and "Us." Nowhere near as overt as the former, nor as head-scratchingly oblique as the latter, "Nope" hands us the twist we want, but never knew to expect. The message therein is also something I can't say I've seen communicated in a movie in this exact way. This is a story about a somewhat niche, yet still thought-provoking subject. Others say the matters at play are strictly "Spielbergian," a word that I neither disagree with, nor treat as a kind of "scarlet letter" in this case. For me, I found myself thoroughly enthralled by the scale, scope and majesty of everything. Alas, it looks like I'm going to have to get comfortable with being in the minority on this one, as "Nope" is easily the most unique and effective movie of Peele's that this reviewer has seen.… Expand

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GinaKJul 26, 2022

A fantastic film by Jordan Peele. It certainly rivals 2001: A Space Odyssey for both originality and craft. Never a dull moment. If you are interested in film and especially if you love Science Fiction, don't miss this one.

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Grahambennett69Jul 26, 2022

Jordan peele at one of his best works in since get out and us. Truly captivating and intriguing

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GPVGamingJul 26, 2022

Should I go See that new Jordan Peele movie - NOPE!
That is the only reason I can get the name of This Movie.
Was it Good - NOPE! At the end, I was like - What the ^*&% did I just watch. And I have seen and loved his other movies - so I amShould I go See that new Jordan Peele movie - NOPE!
That is the only reason I can get the name of This Movie.
Was it Good - NOPE!

At the end, I was like - What the ^*&% did I just watch.

And I have seen and loved his other movies - so I am not just hating for the sake of hating!… Expand

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JacksonMETAJul 26, 2022

I mean, as a standalone film it's fine I guess, but as a Jorden Peele film, it's easily his worst. The tension and build-up amount to nothing in one of the least satisfying endings I've seen in awhile. Also the film takes plenty of storyI mean, as a standalone film it's fine I guess, but as a Jorden Peele film, it's easily his worst. The tension and build-up amount to nothing in one of the least satisfying endings I've seen in awhile. Also the film takes plenty of story detours that try as I might, could not find any significant link back the main plot. Acting is pretty good, and humor is okay (very much caters go Gen Z "swear to show you care" mentality. And as a Gen Z myself, I hate it), and the alien design is EASILY the best part of the movie due to how otherworldly it feels, but I just can't get over what a lukewarm ending that was. If you want some dumb fun, then yeah, I'd recommend seeing it, and even as a Jorden Peele film, it's not AWFUL, but it just isn't anything special at all, which I was very disappointed by.… Expand

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Benperez22Jul 25, 2022

Unexpected, but by no means in a bad way. Large in spectacle but perhaps not as deep and coherent as some have expected from Jordan Peele's work. However, after a pretty slow start, this film is chilling, dark, quite comedic at times, andUnexpected, but by no means in a bad way. Large in spectacle but perhaps not as deep and coherent as some have expected from Jordan Peele's work. However, after a pretty slow start, this film is chilling, dark, quite comedic at times, and above all else, entertaining... 8.2 out of 10… Expand

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FreeRunner29Jul 25, 2022

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turntabledocJul 24, 2022

What I love about Jordan Peele's films is that you know he's messing with you. You want a straight narrative? Go see something else. If you can use your brain and dig deep enough, all sorts of interesting layers present themselves. I reallyWhat I love about Jordan Peele's films is that you know he's messing with you. You want a straight narrative? Go see something else. If you can use your brain and dig deep enough, all sorts of interesting layers present themselves. I really loved the open-ended-ness of this film. It can be bizzare (in spades!) and still a very entertaining romp as an action thriller. For me the key question I keep coming back to is the allegorical connection between the alien beings and the lethal TV sitcom chimpanzee (what a f'ing deep and powerful concept). And that's why Peele is a true auteur -- he creates spectacles that have multiple layers for observant people to sort through. I will gladly watch anything he decides to create. It will never be boring!… Expand

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BRagglesJul 25, 2022

The new M. Night Shyamalan. But I'm sure that comparison is pretty popular now...

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mickrussomJul 25, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. a giant predatory carnivorous alien-jellyfish-amoeba that will not eat you if you do not look at it.
with this submission peele looks like a has-been manoj nelliyattu "m. night" shyamalan and that is not meant as a compliment.
jordan rind and shama-lama-ding-dong. reviews these days are now all astroturfed by bots.… Expand

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ODballin11Jul 25, 2022

The movie started off slow like any other Jordan Peele Movie Also I have to see this a 2nd time to understand all the little themes of the movie Daniel Kaluuya continues to be one of the best black actors out right now This movie will beThe movie started off slow like any other Jordan Peele Movie Also I have to see this a 2nd time to understand all the little themes of the movie Daniel Kaluuya continues to be one of the best black actors out right now This movie will be important for the next 25 years Well Done … Expand

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elguruJul 24, 2022

nope nope nope nope nope nope nope nope nope nope nope nope nope nope nope nope nope nope nope

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moviemitch96Jul 24, 2022

From writer/director Jordan Peele, the brother and sister residents of a ranch in Northern California (Daniel Kaluuya and Keke Palmer) find themselves dealing with what appears to be a mysterious extraterrestrial force that terrorizes andFrom writer/director Jordan Peele, the brother and sister residents of a ranch in Northern California (Daniel Kaluuya and Keke Palmer) find themselves dealing with what appears to be a mysterious extraterrestrial force that terrorizes and threatens their horses and the various other townsfolk and visitors of a nearby theme park. Peele is a rather unique director to say the least. Several of his ideas are pretty wild and far out, and they don't always stick the landing in my opinion. I found 'Get Out' to be a clever and promising, albeit slightly overhyped directorial debut, and his sophomore follow-up film 'Us' I found rather confusing, clumsily executed, and just overall forgettable, so I went into this one with only modest expectations. And while I found this to be a bit more of a self-assured step in the right direction for Peele, I still don't quite find him to be the next big great director that several others would have you believe he is. I found it to be a slight step above 'Us', but I still believe 'Get Out' remains his best film, but again, this isn't saying much, since I only merely liked it and didn't love it like several others did. However, I can honestly say that this might just be his most tense, whack, and unsettling film yet too for better or worse. There are some genuinely eerie and disturbing moments and images in the film whenever it isn't being bogged down with a slightly excessive amount of set-up and exposition in the first half. One sequence towards the middle of the film involving dozens of theme park-goers being "abducted" has particularly been stuck in my head and haunting me all day long, it was that disturbing and unsettling to me. As for the performances, Kaluuya (who also starred in 'Get Out') gives a bold and confident leading man performance here once again, as does Palmer, whom I've missed seeing in films lately. Steven Yeun is also worth mentioning here as the runner of the theme park with a haunting and troubled past trying to cope with it the only way he knows how: by running a theme park to exploit and profit off of said past. The visuals are also worth a shout-out here, as some are very impressive, while others are pulled off in a more practical way. But overall, between Peele's bonkers screenplay/story, the at times ambitious scope and visuals, and solid performances from all involved, it all comes together to form another confident directorial effort from a flourishing auteur in the making, but also one whose reach exceeds his grasp and lands squarely in "good but not great" territory.… Expand

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davemelbourne58Jul 24, 2022

Better than expected. Semi-Spielbergian. Tributes abound. Glad I was unaware of what the movie was about before going in. Great characters. Pretty good Special Effects. It will remind you of Close Encounters mixed w/Jaws/ and a dash of OnceBetter than expected. Semi-Spielbergian. Tributes abound. Glad I was unaware of what the movie was about before going in. Great characters. Pretty good Special Effects. It will remind you of Close Encounters mixed w/Jaws/ and a dash of Once Upon a Time in Hollywood. Hey--If you're gonna steal or pay homage to your favorite directors...? Why not steal and pay homage from the BEST? 2 Hours and 15 minutes flew by. Great cast. I liked it a lot.… Expand

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All_ButTrU4Jul 24, 2022

Jordan Peele has never missed. Following the under appreciated "Us" Nope is a wonderful spellbinding western horror that despite being an allegory for curiosity killing the cat also works as a inimitable thrill. Definitely up there with theJordan Peele has never missed. Following the under appreciated "Us" Nope is a wonderful spellbinding western horror that despite being an allegory for curiosity killing the cat also works as a inimitable thrill. Definitely up there with the years best.… Expand

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jayman69Jul 24, 2022

One of the worst movies in a long time. Sorry, I usually come here to rate movies and albums that are great and deserve to be rated well and heard about. Nope. Not this time. Some early eerieness in the film started to be intriguing withOne of the worst movies in a long time. Sorry, I usually come here to rate movies and albums that are great and deserve to be rated well and heard about. Nope. Not this time. Some early eerieness in the film started to be intriguing with some nice humorous moments, but it didn't hold up long. It was like watching an M. Night Shyamalan movie...but one of the really bad ones... even the dialogue was torturous and nobody had nothing to say.… Expand

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jaysapJul 24, 2022

the trill and anticipation of the movie is amazing it started off a lil slow but really started to speed up towards the end I really don't like how they beat the main villain its probably worse part about the movie but the build of for thethe trill and anticipation of the movie is amazing it started off a lil slow but really started to speed up towards the end I really don't like how they beat the main villain its probably worse part about the movie but the build of for the moment was really good… Expand

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phishakid10Jul 24, 2022

If filming a campy B style thriller/horror movie was what Jordan Peele was going for here, then I appreciate most of his choices. This is not to take itself too seriously and not like Peele's last two films which held such suspenseful andIf filming a campy B style thriller/horror movie was what Jordan Peele was going for here, then I appreciate most of his choices. This is not to take itself too seriously and not like Peele's last two films which held such suspenseful and real terroristic vibes to them. I get why the Gordy scene was included here but it realistically wasn't needed. My only real criticism is that you could easily cut 30 minutes off this film and leave with the same level of enjoyment.… Expand

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JGNYCJul 24, 2022

Not at the masterpiece level of Get Out, but a great movie and one of the best I've seen this year. The ominous atmosphere and use of sound and unique setting kept me at the edge of my seat from beginning to end. I loved the characters'Not at the masterpiece level of Get Out, but a great movie and one of the best I've seen this year. The ominous atmosphere and use of sound and unique setting kept me at the edge of my seat from beginning to end. I loved the characters' backstories and I thought the acting was great. I was also struck by the fact that the human reactions and choices were the most realistic I've seen in a horror/alien movie in a long time, maybe ever. We had so much to talk about afterward as we were connecting the dots and thinking about it. It's not much for jump scares or gore, so if that's what you're looking for you may be disappointed. But my friends and I loved it.… Expand

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tellmikeyyJul 23, 2022

My first Jordan Peele film and it was everything I needed it to be. Didn’t need jump scares and excessive horror. The suspense alone kept me intrigued. All the key details that tie it all together was great. The alien reveal was a nice twistMy first Jordan Peele film and it was everything I needed it to be. Didn’t need jump scares and excessive horror. The suspense alone kept me intrigued. All the key details that tie it all together was great. The alien reveal was a nice twist and the cinematography was beautifully done.… Expand

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Brent_MarchantJul 23, 2022

As much as I hate to say it (and at the risk of parroting what a number of other critics have already said), the title of writer-director Jordan Peele’s latest pretty much sums up the film. After brilliant career starts with “Get Out” (2017)As much as I hate to say it (and at the risk of parroting what a number of other critics have already said), the title of writer-director Jordan Peele’s latest pretty much sums up the film. After brilliant career starts with “Get Out” (2017) and “Us” (2019), this rising star in the world of filmmaking has lost his way with this one. While I didn’t exactly hate the picture, it underachieves what this director is capable of. Its fairly simple premise is far too stretched out, padded with material that’s somewhat predictable and adds little to the development of the overall narrative. What’s more, the film lacks much of the humor and signature fright moments that characterized the filmmaker’s previous two works, coming across as flatter than those pictures. Add to that some plot devices that don’t make sense, a big reveal that comes far too early on in the film, a sleepwalking performance by lead Daniel Kaluuya, a failure of the director to “kill its darlings” and a lack of any appreciably new insights into the phenomenon of ufology, and you’ve got a mix that, sadly, just doesn’t cut it compared to Peele’s caliber. Personally, I’d recommend that prospective viewers wait until this one comes out on cable or streaming services; there’s no need to plunk down full theatrical prices for this disappointing offering.… Expand

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zSuchacriticJul 23, 2022

Masterfully crafted from the cinematic and sound design point of view. The symbolism was intriguing. Jordan Peele genuinely becoming one of my favorite directors. Highly recommend!

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TCA04Jul 23, 2022

Nope was unfortunately a big disappointment. The movie is just like the reviews all over the place. That should tell you something. The other reminder I got is the trailer is as good as it everyone one wants to like the movie but the truth isNope was unfortunately a big disappointment. The movie is just like the reviews all over the place. That should tell you something. The other reminder I got is the trailer is as good as it everyone one wants to like the movie but the truth is not worth going to theater. Watch it at home when it’s available to stream or…
Cinematography was good and the only horror or interesting part was the chimpanzee being forced to be something he is not.
I could only attribute all the positive reviews to the idea that people are star struck and can’t tell the king that he is not wearing any clothes.… Expand

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adamtaylor792Jul 23, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Jordan Peele's take on the alien abduction subgenre of science fiction of horror is fantastic, and people should try to go into the movie as blind as possible. That said, the flashbacks about Ricky's past with the sitcom could be tied into the main plot a little clearer. It is obviously the reason why Ricky wants to try to control the alien, but it would be better if it was a little clearer.… Expand

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Mal81Jul 23, 2022

Very engaging, beautifully simplistic, scenes that made my jaw drop. It's not perfect, but it's really well done. I think it's safe to say that Jordan Peele is now a safe bet when choosing what to see in theaters. Top notch.

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lilrigzJul 23, 2022

Jordan Peele once again delivered an eerie, suspenseful film. Great score, cinematic scenes, definitely worth it. Go watch in theaters. Had a great experience. The whole time I was on the edge of my seat

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umaumaiJul 23, 2022

It’s an interesting idea and I enjoyed watching it, but it’s basically a near beat for beat retelling of “Jaws.” There are some interesting, worthwhile and excellent differences that set a good foundation for a somewhat creepy beginning, butIt’s an interesting idea and I enjoyed watching it, but it’s basically a near beat for beat retelling of “Jaws.” There are some interesting, worthwhile and excellent differences that set a good foundation for a somewhat creepy beginning, but once the “rules” are established I realized that it just doesn’t hold up. It’s not an easy movie to describe, but it’s not a horror movie. It has horror elements not unlike most of M. Night’s work and who’s movies this reminded me of. I think the acting over all is not as good as his last two films and something felt really off with the pacing and lack of character development. The characters are fairly static in how they behave throughout the movie. I think the casting was great, but the polar opposite attitudes of the two leads didn’t fit the tone of the movie for me. The very few other characters that populate this movie left me with way to many questions and it was obvious they where mostly devices there to drive that plot/story forward. I didn’t like how parts of the story are introduced. Not everything was clear on my first viewing of this and I think it might make a bit more sense the next time around. There’s very little gore, but what’s there is haunting. With all of that said fans of Peele’s other movies should absolutely check this out. In many aspects it might be my favorite movie of his so far.… Expand

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Sglauser10Jul 22, 2022

I liked it. A perfect example of cinematic spectacle. Some truly unique and original ideas that mostly paid off. I don’t think it was as smart or high-concept as it was intended to be. It often misdirected the plot without any payoff orI liked it. A perfect example of cinematic spectacle. Some truly unique and original ideas that mostly paid off. I don’t think it was as smart or high-concept as it was intended to be. It often misdirected the plot without any payoff or required some huge philosophical leaps to make any sense of the certain concepts. I believe it successfully created tension and dread with a lot of fun on the journey. It felt fresh and interesting, certainly worth seeing once but probably not one most people would go back to again and again like Peele’s first two movies. 6.7/10… Expand

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piglordofallhamJul 22, 2022

Jordan Peele's endless train of derivative failed concepts finally derails in this tonally off-putting supposed "science fiction," trope calculator that couldn't replicate "The day the Earth Stood Still," or "War of the Worlds" if it tried.Jordan Peele's endless train of derivative failed concepts finally derails in this tonally off-putting supposed "science fiction," trope calculator that couldn't replicate "The day the Earth Stood Still," or "War of the Worlds" if it tried. Peele is no fool, he may be a bit foolish in believing that all his ideas are worth more than the sum of their parts however, and the case of "Nope," the title itself being more of reference to "something, something pop culture," isn't an organic word nor a particularly interesting way of hooking your audience. If anything, "Nope," represents everything else that rightfully killed off M. Night Shyamalan's career, but have inexplicably allowed Peele to make more than a handful of middling to terrible movies that offer nothing new or interesting for people to watch or be questionably terrified about.

I've never even heard anyone talk about a Peele movie, I just hear about how many critics seem to think he's some sort of unsung genius. Oh, like "Kubrick," perhaps? Perhaps they meant John Carpenter, or maybe Hitchcock? David Lynch maybe? A genius he must truly be to trick many millions of people into buying tickets or settling around the streaming box on a friday or saturday night to watch the most generic garbage imaginable and then pretend its actually scary. You could make a movie about handpuppets scarier than anything Peele has put out, so perhaps they're thoughtful, introspective and intellectual dissections of our society today and the problems we face every year as human beings? Fat chance when you're literally ripping off "Invasion of the body snatchers," and ironically become the thing you were paying "homage" too to begin with. He's right, we should feel truly humbled by his brilliance, we are the idiots that keep buying into his mediocre mainstream horror ideas that couldn't scare Stephen King on a cocaine binge at three o'clock in the morning after 72 hours without sleep.

In short, the twist in this film is so stupid that it physically hurts to think about. Stop encouraging this man to make movies.… Expand

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BuddahJul 22, 2022

Yup. I enjoyed this movie. I am okay with movies that move slow as this one does throughout, as long as the end of the story makes up for it. It might not be the best horror movie, but it is so creative and it deserves to be praised ifYup. I enjoyed this movie. I am okay with movies that move slow as this one does throughout, as long as the end of the story makes up for it. It might not be the best horror movie, but it is so creative and it deserves to be praised if anything for that reason.… Expand

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imtheonlytyeJul 22, 2022

This was much better than Us. I came into this movie with very low expectations and I ended up enjoying it quite a bit. Some people are saying that this is a masterpiece. Nope... it's most certainly not one. But it's definitely not bad by anyThis was much better than Us. I came into this movie with very low expectations and I ended up enjoying it quite a bit. Some people are saying that this is a masterpiece. Nope... it's most certainly not one. But it's definitely not bad by any means like some others are saying. I've seen a lot of alien movies, but I respect how incredibly unique this was. That's rare. The creature looked dope AF! The design was fantastic, and the concept was really good. I would say this creature is now one of my new favorites when it comes to original and creative alien ideas. There were some funny parts, but I feel like they had a funny scene or a specific thing, like "nope", and repeated it multiple times knowing it would get laughs. Whoever did the cinematography did really well! I loved the cinematography. I enjoyed the characters for the most part, but many were sort of lacking. They're not very memorable to me. In these kinds of movies, I don't know if "memorable characters" really matter, per se, because the entire point is the alien. I still liked them tho, especially OJ. He was my favorite. The pacing at the beginning for me was kind of slow for a bit and they added some things that, to me, were kind of irrelevant to the story. It didn't feel like 2hrs 11mins, but I feel like they still could have made it a tad shorter. The plot was... meh. Not anything too exciting or motivating. There were certain things about the alien that didn't really make sense to me. And a few things that were figured out by OJ that made me think to myself, "how did he even figure that out?" Other than that, I rather enjoyed this film, especially when I thought I wasn't going to like it because I didn't really like Us. Anyway, this was a creative, unique, and well-rounded movie/story and if Jordan Peele continues in this direction then I'm sure to enjoy much more of his films.… Expand

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royalguy07Jul 22, 2022

The editing, framing, and sound design were all in the top of notches. Exhilarating final third, minor plotting issues.

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Weirdfishes378Jul 22, 2022

One of the best films of the year so far.

I don’t want to delve too deep into this one early because I think to do so gives up some of the fun and I stand in solidarity with UK brothers. If Top Gun: Maverick reminded me of the kind ofOne of the best films of the year so far.

I don’t want to delve too deep into this one early because I think to do so gives up some of the fun and I stand in solidarity with UK brothers. If Top Gun: Maverick reminded me of the kind of sincere blockbuster filmmaking of the 1980s than Nope feels like the kind of Spielberg spectacle of the 90s. It’s maybe Peele’s least metaphorical but still every bit as pointed as his previous work. It’s easily the most visually astounding film of the year and a massive step-up for Peele as a filmmaker. Peele’s imagination mixed with Hoyte Van Hoytema’s eye, my god, sublime. See this on the biggest IMAX screen you can, makes all the films with a budget of 100mil more look rough in comparison… Expand

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MattyIce34Jul 22, 2022

Disappointment. Peele is certainly going more for spectacle over commentary this time around, but the characters are either annoying or unrealistic outside Palmer and Kaluuya (who are both really good!). Still looking forward to Peele’s next film.

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Miles_LongJul 22, 2022

Sorry, I wasn't captivated. There are a lot of creative ideas and set up going on in this movie, but the whole package was a let down.

The bad guy was clever, the setting was refreshing, the characters were dynamic, but it just did not gelSorry, I wasn't captivated. There are a lot of creative ideas and set up going on in this movie, but the whole package was a let down.

The bad guy was clever, the setting was refreshing, the characters were dynamic, but it just did not gel together. I wanted to like this but I didn't.… Expand

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CaptainHowdyJul 22, 2022

At this point, I'm beginning to fear that Jordan Peele is very good at coming up with interesting concepts but very bad at pulling them together. This is because "Nope" is his second movie in a row that starts out intriguing but just fallsAt this point, I'm beginning to fear that Jordan Peele is very good at coming up with interesting concepts but very bad at pulling them together. This is because "Nope" is his second movie in a row that starts out intriguing but just falls apart at the end.

For the first two-thirds of the film, "Nope" maintains an aura of suspense that makes you wonder where Peele is going with this. The setup is strong, and the imagery riveting. There's a hint of something high-concept that Peele wants to get at, which is partly due to the expectations after "Get Out" but also partly due to the way he delivers information. But then it just...sort of...devolves into a regular-ass horror movie. It's not a terrible movie, but it's not what it wants to be or could have been.

What's even more confounding is that he includes flashback sequences to a horrific event that seems to foreshadow what's going on in the present. By the end of the film, however, I can only speculate on why those sequences were included other than to ratchet up the sense of dread and add length to the film.

If he had followed any one of the high-concept themes (animals rebelling, the modern phenomenon everyone watching everyone else, etc.) the movie seems to be getting at in different points of the movie, this could have been a really thought-provoking film. In the end, however, Peele is just throwing ideas at the camera while not really making them cohere.… Expand

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daileyasJul 22, 2022

This movie is visually stunning. A lot of humor and solid performances from everyone. Will need a few more viewings to unpack some things, but loved the take on a UFO film. Can't wait for Peele's next film, as I've loved his first three.

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CalvinCrackJul 22, 2022

A very enjoyable film from start to finish. Beautifully shot, well edited. It’s more interested in creating the emotions of its story than telling you every detail, which I think works for a movie like this. It gives you a ride.

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ByteMyPixelsJul 22, 2022

The movie title is a damn lie, this movie is very much YES.

The movie 1st appears to be an alien contact film, but evolves into something completely different. There are even some very Stephen King elelments in it, like Cujo. While it doesThe movie title is a damn lie, this movie is very much YES.

The movie 1st appears to be an alien contact film, but evolves into something completely different. There are even some very Stephen King elelments in it, like Cujo. While it does feel a little drawn out at times, the movie would just as well work as a 3 episode mini series. Keke Palmer is a theif!!! She really stole the show. Peele has a talent of making a very focused story with a small cast. I can't wait to see what he does next!… Expand

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swiftiejepsieJul 22, 2022

Thought this movie was great, probably my favorite of Peele’s films. Superb acting and looked stunning.

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ANDREWNJ1031Jul 22, 2022

Nope is bound to be the most polarizing movie of the year. If you think you know Jordan Peele, think again. This is unlike anything he's ever done before. An Oscar-worthy performance from Keke Palmer. She is the heart and soul of this movie.Nope is bound to be the most polarizing movie of the year. If you think you know Jordan Peele, think again. This is unlike anything he's ever done before. An Oscar-worthy performance from Keke Palmer. She is the heart and soul of this movie. Can't wait for people to see it and argue its pros and cons.… Expand

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danilsonJul 22, 2022

Absolute trash, 2 hours of my life i shall never get back. There is only 1 reason why this movie will get positive reviews.

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jbineucJul 22, 2022

The first hour of the movie is amazing and is setting a very intriguing atmosphere. Quite unique in it's style. The rest of the movie and the ending feels very underwhelming. Was expecting much more.

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dudrissJul 22, 2022

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. love that movie. jordan peele still making the greatest historys of this decade… Expand

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pifpifJul 22, 2022

Unique take on an alien movie. I really enjoyed it! Only had a a few flaws. Can't wait to rewatch it.

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LinkdonJul 22, 2022

Not good at all!!! I even got to see it FREE!!! Is sooooooo boring!! Peele shouldn't get a free pass to release this garbage! Two hours wasted.

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saimariejohnsonJul 22, 2022

WOW! This movie will literally blow your mind, and it definitely did mine and everyone who viewed it with me. The twists and turns paired with Peele's comedic relief moments were spectacular. And then moments of pure terror came when youWOW! This movie will literally blow your mind, and it definitely did mine and everyone who viewed it with me. The twists and turns paired with Peele's comedic relief moments were spectacular. And then moments of pure terror came when you least expected to deliver some fantastic cinematic fun! This is a great new take on the alien invader film!… Expand

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