Based on the
bestselling novel, "The Hate U (You) Give" tells the story of Starr, played by Amandla
Stenberg, a young woman who lives in two worlds. She lives in a
side of town that would be considered “the wrong side of the tracks.” She goes
to school in an affluent part of town, at a private school.
The dichotomy of
Starr's existence isn’t lost on her. She’s very aware of her behavior, in both
environments. She acts one way at home, and acts the complete opposite way in
school.
One night, while
at a party, a fight breaks out, and shots are fired. Starr flees the party and
is picked up by her friend Khalil, played by Algee Smith.
While driving
Starr home, Khalil pulls the car over to sit and talk with her for a moment. When
he starts the car again and proceeds to drive Starr home, Khalil is pulled over
by the police.
The next few
minutes change Starr’s world forever. She is forever changed of the events of
that night. Starr then undergoes an amazing transformation, which changes her
home life, her school life, every facet of her existence. She evolves from
witness to survivor to activist.
It is difficult
to write about this film without including spoilers. I am writing cautiously,
purposefully, as to not give anything away.
Much like Spike
Lee’s film “Black Klansman”, (Blackkklansman), I was shaken watching this film.
It is a tour de force. It is an eye opening look into the reality of the United
States.
My take away
from the movie-this country is a war zone. Injustices happen daily, injustices
that need not be. I feel that every American should watch this film.
If you
want to see the reality that is the United States, watch this film.
5 stars, on DVD,
Blu Ray, Amazon Prime, Google Play, Vudu.
"The Hate U Give" book available at fine booksellers and libraries.
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