The Hate U Give Movie Tie-in Edition — Content Guide for Parents
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PRESENTContains references to prayer and church attendance. A minister character plays a supporting role in two chapters.
About this book
The acclaimed, award-winning novel is now a major motion picture starring Amandla Stenberg, Russell Hornsby, Regina Hall, Anthony Mackie, Issa Rae, and Common.
This edition features the movie poster art, full-color photos, and Angie Thomas in conversation with Amandla Stenberg and director George Tillman Jr.
8 starred reviews ∙ Goodreads Choice Awards Best of the Best ∙ William C. Morris Award Winner ∙ National Book Award Longlist ∙ Printz Honor Book ∙ Coretta Scott King Honor Book ∙ #1 New York Times Bestseller! (60+ weeks on the list!)
"Absolutely riveting!" —Jason Reynolds
"Stunning." —John Green
"This story is necessary. This story is important." —Kirkus (starred review)
"Heartbreakingly topical." —Publishers Weekly (starred review)
"A marvel of verisimilitude." —Booklist (starred review)
"A powerful, in-your-face novel." —Horn Book (starred review)
Sixteen-year-old Starr Carter moves between two worlds: the poor neighborhood where she lives and the fancy suburban prep school she attends. The uneasy balance between these worlds is shattered when Starr witnesses the fatal shooting of her childhood best friend Khalil at the hands of a police officer. Khalil was unarmed.
Soon afterward, his death is a national headline. Some are calling him a thug, maybe even a drug dealer and a gangbanger. Protesters are taking to the streets in Khalil’s name. Some cops and the local drug lord try to intimidate Starr and her family. What everyone wants to know is: what really went down that night? And the only person alive who can answer that is Starr.
But what Starr does—or does not—say could upend her community. It could also endanger her life.
And don't miss On the Come Up, Angie Thomas's powerful follow-up to The Hate U Give.
Frequently asked questions
Is The Hate U Give Movie Tie-in Edition appropriate for a 7-year-old?
The book addresses the police shooting of an unarmed Black teen, which is a central event in the narrative. It includes multiple instances of violence and discussions of police brutality, reflecting the serious nature of the themes. No scary content detected in search results.
Does The Hate U Give Movie Tie-in Edition have violence?
The book addresses the police shooting of an unarmed Black teen, which is a central event in the narrative. It includes multiple instances of violence and discussions of police brutality, reflecting the serious nature of the themes.
Does The Hate U Give Movie Tie-in Edition have scary content?
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Does The Hate U Give Movie Tie-in Edition have religious themes?
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Does The Hate U Give Movie Tie-in Edition have racial/cultural content?
The book is centered around themes of race and racism, particularly in the context of police violence against Black individuals. It is inspired by the Black Lives Matter movement and addresses systemic racism and its impact on the community.
Does The Hate U Give Movie Tie-in Edition have profanity?
The book contains conversational swearing, including words like 's--t', 'f--k', and 'bitch'. This use of profanity is noted as significant and has contributed to challenges against the book's appropriateness for younger readers.
Does The Hate U Give Movie Tie-in Edition have climate change?
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Does The Hate U Give Movie Tie-in Edition have sexual identity?
There are mentions of sexual content, although it is noted that sex is mentioned only twice in the book. The content is deemed appropriate for mature teens due to its context within the themes of racism and police brutality.
Does The Hate U Give Movie Tie-in Edition have gender roles?
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Does The Hate U Give Movie Tie-in Edition have lgbtq+ themes?
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