If you’re looking for a good scary film to see this year, “Get Out” is one that can’t be missed. This horror-comedy film was released in theaters on February 24, and will be released on DVD on May 23.

“I thought it was a pretty good movie,” senior Garret Cwalina said. “I’m disappointed [that it wasn’t really a horror movie.] It was more of a thriller.”

The premise of the movie centers around a relationship between an African-American man named Chris Washington (Daniel Kaluuya) and a white woman named Rose Armitage (Allison Williams). The two visit Rose’s parents, and as the day progresses, bizarre events occur around the house. This leads to Chris discovering the truth behind what’s really going on in Rose’s family.

Unlike most modern horror films, this movie has a more original premise with actual development that works. Instead of using the generic, cliched writing that has been used over and over in other movies, it focuses on more realistic problems in society, including racial tension and stereotypes, and it features complex and interesting characters..

“Without spoiling too much, there is a moment when most of the players in the film halt and are silent,” said English teacher and film buff Mrs. Lauren Tocci. “If you’ve seen the film, you know what I am talking about and it is the turning point of the film.”

If there was one thing wrong with the movie, it would be the comedy. There were a few laughs, but, sadly, the comic relief is mediocre.

“I think it had a really good way of portraying the topic of racism in our country,” senior Hannah Herzog said. “They did it in a way that it was serious, but it had some humor to it.”

Overall, “Get Out” is one of those well-directed films that is so bizarre, disturbing, and filled with commentary about racial tension all at the same time, that it’s actually fantastic. It features a solid premise, unique characters, emotionally appealing scenes, mind-blowing twists, and interesting tension that builds as the story progresses. “Get Out” is one of this year’s very best films to date, and I recommend it to anyone who hasn’t seen it yet in theaters or on video. I would rate it a 9.5/10.