Yusuf Hawkins: Storm Over Brooklyn

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2020, Movie, 1h 39min

The 30-year legacy of the murder of black teenager Yusuf Hawkins by a group of young white men in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn, as his family and friends reflect on the tragedy and the subsequent fight for justice that inspired and divided New York City.

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7.3

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8.0

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Critic Joyce Slaton

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...gives Hawkins a place in history and helps us understand how awful his death truly was: for a city, for those who knew him, and for everyone who learns his tragic story.

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In 1989, Yusuf Hawkins, a black teenager, was brutally murdered by a group of young white men in Bensonhurst, Brooklyn. His death sent shockwaves through the city, exposing deep-seated racial tensions and sparking a movement for justice. Thirty years later, this powerful documentary revisits the tragedy, telling Yusuf's story through the eyes of his family and friends. They recount the events that led up to his murder, the devastating aftermath, and their unwavering fight for justice in the face of systemic racism. Their stories paint a powerful portrait of loss, resilience, and the ongoing struggle for equality in America.

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You can stream Yusuf Hawkins: Storm Over Brooklyn on: Max Amazon Prime ⎥ MAX