Us
2019

Us

★ 6.8 / 10
IMDb
Directed by Jordan Peele
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Synopsis

In Jordan Peele's psychological horror film 'Us' (2019), a family retreating to their beach house is confronted by a group of mysterious strangers who turn out to be their own sinister doubles. As the terrifying night unfolds, Adelaide Wilson and her family must fight to survive against their shadowy counterparts known as 'the Tethered.' The film explores deeper themes of identity, duality, and the darkness lurking beneath the surface of American society.

Did You Know?
  • Jordan Peele wrote the script over a five-year period.
  • All shadow versions were played by the original cast members.
  • Lupita Nyong'o trained in ballet for her dual role.
  • The film's title 'Us' also stands for United States.
  • Rabbits symbolize duality and were heavily featured throughout production.
Iconic Quotes
  • "We're Americans."
  • "Once upon a time, there was a girl, and the girl had a shadow."
  • "It's us."
  • "We need to talk about what's happening. We're not safe."
  • "We are the people you buried. We are the people you forgot. We are you."