First Look at Jordan Peele’s Sports Thriller, ‘Him,’ Reveals Western Influence

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As a lifelong horror enthusiast who’s been fortunate enough to have lived through the golden era of Jordan Peele, I can confidently say that the genre is thriving under his watchful eye. With each new project he takes on or produces, he manages to push the boundaries of what we thought was possible in modern horror storytelling.

One of life’s most delightful aspects, despite living in a somewhat polluted world, is sharing the era with visionary horror director Jordan Peele, known for his genre-defining works such as Get Out, Us, and Nope. Fortunately for horror enthusiasts, this talented director has been generously offering his skills to other filmmakers through his production company, Monkeypaw. However, it’s important to note that this is unrelated to a humanistic AI with an enchanting voice designed to win your heart. The upcoming Universal and Monkeypaw production titled Him, previously known as Goat, directed by Justin Tipping, has recently revealed a sneak peek at the film, which appears to be quite promising.

As a movie enthusiast, I’m eagerly anticipating the upcoming film, a production from the creative duo Zack Akers and Skip Bronkie. This gripping story follows the journey of an aspiring football prodigy who receives a unique opportunity to train with a legendary quarterback on a secluded facility. The director, Tipping, skillfully guides Marlon Mayans through his character’s complex emotional landscape, as evidenced by the first-look photo from Vanity Fair. In this intriguing snapshot, we see Marlon brandishing a gun, with Tyriq Withers observing from the sidelines in the desolate, gun-laden expanse of an empty field. Although we’ve only been given one glimpse into this world, the ominous presence of guns in such a stark, isolated setting has left me both uneasy and intrigued – a potent mix that promises an enthralling cinematic experience!

Tippin shared that his upcoming sports movie employs a classic spaghetti Western aesthetic, sparking excitement in fans who have recently watched ‘Nope’. This sports-themed psychological horror film, set to be released in fall next year, is generating buzz due to its innovative take on horror and stars Julia Fox, Tim Heidecker, Jim Jefferies, and Grammy nominee Tierra Whack.

Jordan Peele Continues to Make Horror Film History

The multi-faceted artist behind the dynamite horror production company Monkeypaw is pretty busy these days, and rightfully so, with the history-making reputation he’s gained over the decades. Peele has not only redefined the modern horror movie landscape, but is also moving into other entertainment avenues, like video games. The filmmaker is also trying his hand at rebooting the horror prank showScare Tactics, which is sure to delight fans, given his extensive background in comedy.

Fans of Jordan Peele’s innovative films are eagerly anticipating his fourth movie, and he himself seems quite thrilled about it. In the meantime, fans can engage with other projects from Peele’s creative team, such as Nia DaCosta’s “Candyman,” the revival of the iconic anthology series “The Twilight Zone,” or the HBO horror series “Lovecraft Country.” This excitement lasts until September 2025 when “Him” hits theaters. Jordan Peele is collaborating with Win Rosenfeld, Ian Cooper, and Jamal Watson on the upcoming sports-horror movie as producers, along with David Kern and Kate Oh serving as executive producers. We are eagerly counting down the days to witness what they have prepared for both horror and football enthusiasts alike.

Him
is currently set for release in theaters on September 19, 2025
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2024-11-22 01:03