There's a particular reason why all the guests at the Armitages' party in Get Out stop talking once Chris leaves the room. Film, even studio movies meant for popular consumption, has told stories that shone a spotlight on societal issues since the beginning of the medium, as any form of art is wont to do. The horror genre has been a vehicle for this type of societal examination much more than its detractors would likely expect as well, and that very much includes looking at issues of race.
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