fear and prejudice

His films like 'Get Out' and 'Us' directly weaponize social anxieties and racial prejudice as central horror mechanics, forcing audiences to confront systemic fears.

In 'Hereditary' and 'Midsommar', he explores how fear stems from family trauma and cultural otherness, examining prejudices embedded within intimate relationships and unfamiliar communities.

His surreal films like 'The Killing of a Sacred Deer' dissect social conformity and the irrational fears that drive prejudicial behavior within insular communities.