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Angie Thomas·2018·Director: George Tillman Jr.
85%
Faithfulness
4.5
Book Rating
3.8
Movie Rating
Platform: Theaters
Amandla Stenberg, Regina Hall, Russell Hornsby
The Book
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 is shattered when Starr witnesses the fatal shooting of her unarmed best friend Khalil at the hands of a police officer.
The Film
Starr witnesses the fatal shooting of her childhood best friend Khalil at the hands of a police officer. Now, facing pressure from all sides of the community, Starr must find her voice and stand up for what's right.
Key Differences
The film condenses some subplots and characters for time. Starr's internal monologues are less detailed in the film. The film emphasizes visual storytelling over some of the book's nuanced social commentary.
Our Verdict
Enjoy both!The film is a faithful and powerful adaptation that complements the book well. Watching the film alongside reading the book provides the best understanding of the story and its themes.
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