The French film 'La Haine', directed by Mathieu Kassovitz, is released. The movie depicts 24 hours in the lives of three young men in the Parisian suburbs following a riot.
Real life riots occur in several suburbs of Paris, sparked by the death of a young man in police custody, providing a real-world backdrop and inspiration for the themes in 'La Haine'.
In February 1993, Makomé M'Bowolé dies in police custody, one of the incidents that raised tensions in Parisian suburbs and influenced the social context of 'La Haine'.
Vinz, Said, and Hubert gather on the roof of their housing project, discussing the unrest in Paris and the day's potential events.
Vinz discovers a lost police revolver during the riots and decides to keep it as a symbol of power and potential revenge.
Vinz tries to sell the police gun to undercover officers, showcasing the tension between youth and law enforcement.
Hubert attempts to distance himself from violence and focus on boxing training at his gym, highlighting his desire for a different life.
Vinz, Said, and Hubert encounter police and engage in verbal confrontations, escalating tensions.
The police conduct raids in the housing project, increasing the residents' animosity and distrust toward law enforcement.
Hubert challenges a police officer to maintain dignity but chooses not to escalate to violence, revealing his internal struggle.
Vinz vows to kill a policeman if their friend Abdel dies from injuries sustained during the riots, symbolizing his path toward violence.
Vinz, Said, and Hubert visit the police station to check on Abdel and face the reality of the situation and their relationship with law enforcement.
A violent confrontation occurs between Vinz and a police officer, ending tragically with Vinz being accidentally shot and killed.
