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The Hate U Give (2018) Movie vs Book
Film · 2018 · Directed by George Tillman Jr. · Starring Amandla Stenberg, Regina Hall, Russell Hornsby
The Hate U Give (2018) Movie: Cast and Details
A teenager moves between her poor neighborhood and her private school and finds her voice after witnessing a shooting.
Book vs Movie: How Close Is It?
Very close to the bookIt follows the book's plot and characters faithfully and keeps most of its major scenes.
Read or watch first?
Either order works. The film is a good short version, while the book has more of the narrator's voice.
What the book gives you
The Hate U Give by Angie Thomas
An important, fast-moving story that works for teens and adults. It is also a family story, with real warmth and humor.
Who will like it: Readers who want a timely young adult novel with a strong voice.