Yusuf Hawkins: Storm Over Brooklyn

Yusuf Hawkins: Storm Over Brooklyn (2020)

12/08/2020
Documentary
1h 39m

His murder brought a community to its feet and a city to its knees.

Overview

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.

  • Muta’AliDirector
  • Status

    Released

  • Original Language

    English

Keywords

  • new york city
  • racism
  • brooklyn, new york city
  • white supremacy
  • race relations