Horror movies Quote by Angie Thomas
““White people always want to split up. And when they do, something back happens.” “That’s only in horror movies, though,” he says. “Nah. Shit like that is always on the news,” says DeVante. “They go on a hiking trip, split up, and a bear kills somebody.” “Car breaks down, they split up to find help, and a serial killer murders somebody,” Seven adds.””
About This Quote
Source Novel: The Hate U Give, 2017
Characters discuss how fear and division lead to violent outcomes, reflecting societal paranoia and media influence.
In simple terms: Division and fear often cause tragedy.
Key Takeaway
Address division before it escalates.
Themes
racism
media influence
fear
violence
group dynamics
Mood
tense
reflective
Type
social commentary
warning.
When to use this quote
- community meetings
- media literacy
- police training
- school curricula
Key Concepts
social psychology
stereotyping
conflict escalation
Questions to Reflect On
- How does media shape our fear of “other”?
- What steps can prevent division‑driven violence?
A Different Perspective
Simplifies complex causes to “split up” trope.
