"But in other ways, Him understands pro football so well that when I walked out of the auditorium, I was stuck on something. I could not believe that treasured NFL broadcast partner NBCUniversal (by way of Universal Studios) had allowed Peele and his colleagues to make this thing. My press screening ticket was free, as was the popcorn. I would not have paid $22 to see it in theaters."
"Would it be a movie about how NFL owners do not have the most progressive views on race? Thanks, but real life is clear enough on this score. Would it go the route of Playmakers, the early-2000s ESPN drama that the network canceled under pressure from the NFL? Thanks, but I am already aware that football has a dark underbelly and not all of the players are good role models."
Him is a Jordan Peele-produced horror film set in the world of professional football. The narrative centers on two quarterbacks: Marlon Wayans' Isaiah White, a megacelebrity nearing retirement, and Tyriq Withers' Cameron Cade, an up-and-coming player poised to replace him. The film feels strange and uneven, with moments of compelling insight and notable plot holes that raise questions about the filmmakers' football knowledge. The movie sometimes demonstrates keen understanding of pro football culture and broadcast relationships, producing striking, audacious moments. Entertainment value may vary for general audiences despite provocative sequences.
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