The Oscar-winning actor's breakout role in the 2017 horror film 'Get Out' will be celebrated with a statue in London's Leicester Square after being selected by a poll of 5,000 British film fans.
- October 3, 2024
AceShowbiz - Daniel Kaluuya, the star of the critically acclaimed and commercially successful "Get Out", is set to be immortalized with a statue in London's iconic Leicester Square. The statue, selected by a poll of 5,000 British film fans, will pay homage to the character Chris Washington, played by Kaluuya in the film.
The statue will commemorate the Sunken Place scene, where Chris is hypnotized and transported to a suppressed metaphysical abyss. Kaluuya's portrayal of Chris earned him an Oscar nomination and launched his career to new heights.
Kaluuya expressed his gratitude and excitement on Instagram, noting that the statue will join a prestigious lineup of cinematic figures such as Batman, Harry Potter and Mary Poppins. The statue will be unveiled in October, coinciding with Halloween and Black History Month in the UK.
In addition to the recognition of Kaluuya's talent, the "Get Out" statue also symbolizes the film's impact on cinema. The film, directed by Jordan Peele, shattered box office records and earned numerous Oscar nominations, winning Peele the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay. "Get Out" has been lauded for its exploration of racial themes and its status as a groundbreaking debut film.
Kaluuya's statue will serve as a reminder of his breakthrough role and the film's enduring legacy. It will also represent the future of entertainment and the celebration of homegrown British talent.
