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Xeybozn posted...

Rod (Get Out)

There's an argument to be made that Rod is the best comic relief character of all time. The simple appearance of this unsung hero of Get Out changes the entire dynamic & tone of the film, and absolutely revolutionizes the way character tropes are typically played out in horror media. Jordan Peele does not rest at leaving Rod to make some risque jokes and disappear from the movie, he doesn't make Rod show up to Chris' rescue only to immediately die, Peele instead makes Rod a true character and friend to Chris, someone who drives his own actions & the plot of the film to deliver a character, who, while not the main focus, is memorable & most importantly, actually likable. Hell, Rod is even in a position of power as a TSA agent, giving us a positive perspective in a movie that's pretty critical of police officers and similar occupations. The arrival of Rod at the end of the film even leaves us with the idea of hope rather than the bleaker ending that was originally intended. Rod just serves as a great illustration of how not to waste a second of screen time or a character that has the potential to be everyone's dark horse favorite.

Rating: 7/10

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