Two founding members of the Black Lives Matter activist network have denounced the film adaptation of “The Hate U Give,” a 2017 novel geared toward young adults that explores concepts of race and police brutality. The movie debuted in more than 2,300 theaters over the weekend earning $7.5 million in ticket sales, capturing sixth place at the box office.
According to the Hollywood Reporter, “’The Hate U Give’ tells the story of 16-year-old Starr Carter – played by actress Amandla Stenberg – who lives in a black neighborhood but goes to a white private school. The balance between her two worlds tips when she witnesses her childhood friend die after being shot by a white police officer.”
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