Understanding Childhood Trauma in Us (2019)

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Understanding Childhood Trauma in Us (2019)

Jordan Peele’s 2019 psychological horror film Us is a profound exploration of childhood trauma, memory, and its long-lasting psychological effects. Through a gripping narrative that intertwines horror, family relationships, and social commentary, Peele uses the metaphor of the "Tethered"—shadowy versions of the main characters—to show the impact of childhood trauma and illustrate how it can shape identity, dictate behavior, and resurface in uns…