Hands Up (2021)

"Hands Up" is a poignant portrayal of life in the heart of Chicago, where the echoes of gunshots are as common as the sound of rain. In this city, a young black teenager named Jacob tragically joins the ranks of countless others, shot and killed by a white police officer. As the news reverberates through the community, the city pulses with the fury and unrest of Black Lives Matter protests, a poignant reminder of the ongoing struggle against systemic racism. The narrative then pivots to Jowann, Jacob's cousin, who is caught in the underbelly of one of America's deadliest cities. Struggling to escape the web of gang violence that threatens to ensnare him, he fights not just for survival, but for a chance at a life away from the relentless cycle of violence and despair. Jowann's desperate battle for a way out of the hood serves as a stark contrast to the escalating chaos and violence around him. "Hands Up" paints a vivid and compelling picture of a community besieged by violence, racial tension, and the fervor of social change. It is a stark portrait of a young man's struggle for a better life amidst the harsh realities of urban America. The movie explores the raw, desperate hope that fuels his journey, making it a powerful testament of resilience in the face of adversity.

Hands Up is a crime movie featuring LaRoyce Hawkins and directed by Chuck Whitman.

Hands Up is currently streaming for free (ad-supported) on Freevee, Peacock, Peacock Premium, Plex and Plex Player and it's also available on fuboTV.

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