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7.4/10
IMDb"Them" is a chilling and provocative horror series that expertly blends supernatural elements with a searing exploration of racial tensions. Set in the 1950s, the show follows the harrowing experiences of a Black family who moves into an all-white neighborhood. The series unflinchingly confronts the systemic racism and violence that the family encounters, depicting their psychological torment alongside supernatural occurrences that intensify the horror. The performances are exceptional, with the cast delivering nuanced portrayals of characters navigating a hostile environment. The show's cinematography and production design create an atmospheric and unsettling ambiance that heightens the tension. However, it's important to note that "Them" contains disturbing and graphic scenes that may be distressing for some viewers. While the series serves as a powerful commentary on racial oppression and trauma, it also pushes boundaries with its intense and graphic content. "Them" is a thought-provoking and chilling series that offers a unique blend of horror and social commentary, but viewer discretion is advised.
Best Music | 2022 | Mark
IMDbPro Top Most Popular TV Titles | 2021
Episodic Premieres | 2021
Original Long Form | 2022
Best Female Performance in a New Scripted Series | 2022 | Deborah
Best Male Performance in a New Scripted Series | 2022 | Ashley
Best Television Series Genre | 2022
Best Actor in a Motion Picture or Limited Series | 2021 | Ashley
Best Production Design Period | 2021
Best Costume Design Period | 2021
TV Series Competition | 2021 | Checco
Series writer-creator Little Marvin was delighted to learn that the master of horror Stephen King had said of the show, "The first episode scared the hell out of me, and I'm hard to scare. Bonus: If you've never seen a bunch of extremely creepy white ladies in '50s dresses, here's your chance."
On Gracie's first day of school, she wears a blue jumper that bears a striking resemblance to the outfit Ruby Bridges wore, on her first day at an integrated school. Likewise, her older sister Ruby faces similar pushback to what Bridges went through.
This is the second role of Shahadi Wright Joseph in a story about a black family terrorized, and with a pronoun for a title. Her first such role was as the teen daughter in Us (2019), another thriller by a black writer. Both "Us" and "Them" also feature the song "Les Fleurs" by Minnie Riperton.
Despite being about racism in America, the majority of the main actors are English, Canadian and Australian.
The show takes a series of studies on generational trauma through its supernatural elements; a closer look at Miss Vera, Doris and the Jim Crow ghoul dissect the effects of the Willie Lynch letter on other generations.