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Straight Outta Compton

Why Films Like Straight Outta Compton Present a Unique Conundrum for Black Women

In the wake of the release of Straight Outta Compton Director Ava DuVernay tweeted “To be a woman who loves hip-hop is to be in love with your abuser.” The film, which grossed around $60 million in its first weekend, and is expected to hit the $100 million mark this upcoming weekend, is touted as the true story of legendary rap group […]