Daniel Kaluuya, known for his roles in “Get Out” and “Black Panther,” recently made a hilarious revelation on The Graham Norton Show. During the talk show, Kaluuya shared an anecdote about watching “Get Out” in Atlanta.
As he mentioned, Atlanta is known for its scorching heat, and unfortunately for Kaluuya, he had to wear a costume while filming “Black Panther.” Kaluuya jokingly described his costume as resembling an “African Jedi.” To add to his discomfort, he had to wear a blanket because of the extreme heat in Atlanta.
Despite the challenging conditions, Kaluuya embraced his role in the superhero film. He spoke about the significance of “Black Panther” being an African superhero movie, highlighting the lack of representation in mainstream media for people who look like him. Kaluuya described a scene in which everyone starts singing and drumming, giving him chills and making him realize the impact the movie would have on younger viewers.
While discussing his previous film, “Get Out,” Kaluuya expressed admiration for his fellow cast members, including Jordan Peele, Bradley Whitford, and Catherine Keener. He admitted to initially avoiding watching the movie because he thought it would be a typical horror film. However, he was pleasantly surprised to find that it was a mix of comedy and horror, which he thoroughly enjoyed.
Interestingly, Kaluuya revealed that he watched “Get Out” for the first time in the hood in Atlanta. He noted that director Jordan Peele had specifically kept African-American audiences in mind while making the film. Kaluuya couldn’t resist experiencing the audience’s reactions firsthand and snuck into a theater wearing a low hat. He described the crowd’s enthusiastic responses to certain scenes, sharing one particular moment where a woman shouted, “Get the girlfriend!”
Despite his rising fame, Kaluuya confessed to ignoring the buzz surrounding his movies. It was only after the film’s release, which coincided with his birthday, that he became aware of its huge impact. He went on to express how grateful and excited he was about the success of both “Black Panther” and “Get Out.”
Daniel Kaluuya‘s appearance on The Graham Norton Show shed light on his experiences while making these groundbreaking films. His candid storytelling and infectious enthusiasm for his roles make it clear that he is a force to be reckoned with in the entertainment industry.
