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This research paper aims to explore the intersection of Bessie Head's work 'A Collector of Treasures, and Jordan Peele's movie 'Get Out' are deeply interwoven through their exploration of racism, oppression, and the struggle for individuality within oppressive social structures. Both works highlight the pervasive impact of racial and gender-based discrimination, portraying how Black individuals especially women struggle for autonomy. In the text 'A Collector of Treasures', Head presents the dire situation of women in African society, focusing on oppressive gender roles and the violence both mental and physical inflicted on women seeking independence, and their individuality. Similarly, In 'Get Out, the movie exposes the deep-rooted evil practices of racial exploitation, with the protagonist, Chris, experiencing modern-day enslavement under the guise of liberal acceptance. The Themes of colorism and dehumanization manifest in both works, with 'Get Out' critiquing the society's fetishization of Black bodies, while Head explores how beauty standards are mechanized against women. Furthermore, both the text and the cinematic adaptation examines the exploitation of sexuality as addressed by Head how men abandon their responsibilities while making women suffer, 'Get Out' presents the use of interracial relationships as a tool for control and manipulation in contemporary times. Eventually, both the narratives criticize the societal structures that entrap Black individuals, emphasizing their fight for liberation. By intertwining these themes, 'Collector of Treasures' and 'Get Out' serve as powerful commentaries on the enduring struggles against racial and gender-based oppression.