Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery has several layers of intrigue hidden throughout the movie, using its twisty nature as a mystery to ruminate on questions about faith and empathy. The third film from Rian Johnson, focusing on the detective Benoit Blanc, Wake Up Dead Man moves the action to a sleepy and deeply religious town.

While the film is best seen blind so that every twist can unravel naturally, Wake Up Dead Man 's story is thematically connected to the movie's overall plot. It's also arguably the best Knives Out movie, and is asking for a breakdown of the themes. Here's what happens in Wake Up Dead Man and what it all means.

The Central Mystery In Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery, Explained

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