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'Get Out' Makes History With Oscars Nominations | THR News

'Get Out' Makes History With Oscars Nominations | THR News

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Interactive Video

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The video discusses the achievements of Jordan Peele's film 'Get Out', which made history by earning nominations for Best Picture, Best Director, and Best Original Screenplay at the Oscars. It highlights Peele's status as the third person to achieve this for a directorial debut and the fifth African American nominated for Best Director. The video also explores the history of African American directors in the Oscars and the rarity of horror films receiving Best Picture nominations. Additionally, it notes the unusual release timing of 'Get Out' compared to typical Oscar contenders.

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Can you name other African American directors who have been nominated for Best Director in Oscar history?

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What genre does 'Get Out' belong to, and why is this significant in the context of Oscar nominations?

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