The Hate U Give is a 2018 American drama film directed George Tillman Jr. with a screenplay by Audrey Wells. It is based on the 2017 young adult novel (of the same name) by Angie Thomas.

Respondents will discuss the major themes in the film and examine its significance in light of current movements and protests related to racism, police reform, and social justice. Click HERE to watch the trailer.

Respondents:

• Kayode Afolabi Clarke
• Shafika Burke
• Kel Spencer
• Maria DeLongoria

Moderated by ZULEMA BLAIR (Professor, Medgar Evers College, CUNY).

Presented by the Center for Black Literature in partnership with the Department of Public Administration and the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences at Medgar Evers College, CUNY.

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