Director Justin Tipping Reveals 'Him' Film's Intensely Violent, Controversial Ending

The film "Him," directed by Justin Tipping and produced by Jordan Peele, is a psychological horror thriller centered on Cam Cade, a young football quarterback aiming to claim the quarterback position from the legendary Isaiah White. The movie explores dark themes of obsession, commodification, and the exploitative nature of the sports industry through Cam's brutal and demented training experience under White. The ending, which took extensive editing to perfect, culminates in a ritualistic fight to the death in White's "film room," where Cam kills White and is pressured by the football team's owners to sign a contract. Rejecting the exploitative system represented by the wealthy, predominantly white owners who view players as commodities, Cam goes on a violent rampage, killing the owners and asserting his freedom. This finale symbolizes Cam's refusal to become a puppet like White, highlighting the corrupt and sacrificial nature of professional sports as well as the passing of legacy and bloodline. The film's complex ending has sparked diverse interpretations and discussions about its commentary on sports culture and power dynamics.