from Wooden Shoe Books & Records
When: Mon, August 24, 7pm – 9pm
Where: Wooden Shoe Books, 704 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147, United States (map)
Description: Over the last several years revolts against the police and the state they protect have spread through France, Greece, England and most recently the United States, due to the murder of a young person by those forces. In light of this we will be screening a fictional film adaptation of these notions of police violence targeting young marginalized peoples, and their responses, in La Haine.
Set in France, local youth Abdel is beaten unconscious by police and a riot ensues on his estate during which a policeman loses his gun. The gun is found by Vinz who threatens he will kill a cop if Abdel dies.
A magnificent film, that is both poignant and engaging.
20 years old this year!
An Interview with one of its stars
