The Hate U Give

Starr’s favorite TV show is The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air, which stars Will Smith and tells the story of a black teenager who is sent from his West Philadelphia neighborhood to live with his wealthy aunt and uncle in their mansion in Bel Air after he gets in a fight. Starr herself points out the allegorical nature of the show in regards to her own life. Just as Will was sent to Bel Air because of trouble in his neighborhood, Starr was sent to Williamson Prep after Natasha’s death. However, the analogy doesn’t extend to how comfortable Will and Starr feel in their respective new environments. Will still retains his own personality, while Starr feels the need to hide hers.