I went into this film with an open mind, because frankly I've liked one movie Jordan Peele has done, and wasn't expecting a good story. What I got from 'Nope' was that there's a broader story to tell here. Beginning with the TV series featuring a chimpanzee named Gordy and the 6 minute "incident" caught on camera. I wasn't sure why it was a focal point to begin with, other than the film itself discusses animal behavior, specifically territoriality. Peele takes liberty with history and facts that might persuade viewers that information about the 'Animal Locomotion' film or the Haywood family are true. The small amusement park called Jupiter's Claim had their own invitational title cared at the end of the movie. Even the in-film television series titled Gordy seems as if it could have been an actual show. Some of the fiction was mixed with non-fiction such as relating the Haywood family with the film work on 'The Scorpion King'. There was also a bit of information about renaming UFOs, UAPs (unidentified aerial phenomena) that is based on fact. If all of these connections came from actual events I would have granted 'Nope' 10 stars, because it was pieced together so well.
Ultimately the movie is about a UFO. It centers the story, but ultimately this is a character driven film. Daniel Kaluuya and Keke Palmer are masterful actors. I would love to see Keke Palmer's character Emerald Haywood turn up in more stories. I'd have to say she carried the film. Daniel Kaluuya's character OJ Haywood was rather quiet and calm throughout the plot, as his sister Emerald over shadowed him in public speaking and representation. I really enjoyed his mannerisms because he genuinely complemented the sister and balanced them as a family dynamic. They behave just like most brothers & sisters I've known. I was sad to see Keith David as their father not get a larger slot in the movie. I've always liked Keith David, and his performance as Otis Haywood Sr. While small was incredibly good. He's such a great actor and I would have liked that the audience see more of him in comparison to the roles he's more famous for.
The story was hindered by the editing. It broke off in chapters to tell more of the background of the character Ricky "Jupe" Park played by Steven Yeun. It was as if the director sought to reuse the character in a separate feature, and utilizes 'Nope' to present that origin story. It's a rather minor role that was underwhelming for the full story. There were hints at a larger story for the Haywood family, with older events presented that simply were not given enough life within this setting. I would like to see more of these same characters because they were the best thing about the movie. I would also have rated this movie higher if it was an era piece, perhaps set in the 1950's. The overall feel was available, it had the ambiance of a western about it, but Peele modernized it with camera equipment, vehicles, and an electric motorcycle. Admittedly if the electric motorcycle was removed from the final result, then 'Nope' would have become timeless and lasting for several years to come.
In regards to viewer response, I think most people will enjoy 'Nope'. It's really good when Peele stays on the characters, and the ending was amazing towards the finale. I just wish there was more of what got held back for the climax. It's definitely worth watching and it'll remain a valuable addition to science fiction. Nice job, Jordan.
Ultimately the movie is about a UFO. It centers the story, but ultimately this is a character driven film. Daniel Kaluuya and Keke Palmer are masterful actors. I would love to see Keke Palmer's character Emerald Haywood turn up in more stories. I'd have to say she carried the film. Daniel Kaluuya's character OJ Haywood was rather quiet and calm throughout the plot, as his sister Emerald over shadowed him in public speaking and representation. I really enjoyed his mannerisms because he genuinely complemented the sister and balanced them as a family dynamic. They behave just like most brothers & sisters I've known. I was sad to see Keith David as their father not get a larger slot in the movie. I've always liked Keith David, and his performance as Otis Haywood Sr. While small was incredibly good. He's such a great actor and I would have liked that the audience see more of him in comparison to the roles he's more famous for.
The story was hindered by the editing. It broke off in chapters to tell more of the background of the character Ricky "Jupe" Park played by Steven Yeun. It was as if the director sought to reuse the character in a separate feature, and utilizes 'Nope' to present that origin story. It's a rather minor role that was underwhelming for the full story. There were hints at a larger story for the Haywood family, with older events presented that simply were not given enough life within this setting. I would like to see more of these same characters because they were the best thing about the movie. I would also have rated this movie higher if it was an era piece, perhaps set in the 1950's. The overall feel was available, it had the ambiance of a western about it, but Peele modernized it with camera equipment, vehicles, and an electric motorcycle. Admittedly if the electric motorcycle was removed from the final result, then 'Nope' would have become timeless and lasting for several years to come.
In regards to viewer response, I think most people will enjoy 'Nope'. It's really good when Peele stays on the characters, and the ending was amazing towards the finale. I just wish there was more of what got held back for the climax. It's definitely worth watching and it'll remain a valuable addition to science fiction. Nice job, Jordan.