After months of controversy surrounding filmmaker Nate Parker, his much-hyped historical drama The Birth of a Nation hits theatres this weekend amid continued, heated debate. Some, including The Birth of a Nation actress Aunjanue Ellis, say art and the artist should remain separate. The Birth of a Nation: will audiences separate the artwork from the artist?1:45Parker has spoken intermittently about the 1999 rape case and also deflected discussion about the revived interest in it. "Those in attendance of Thursday evenings' showings of Nate Parker's Birth of a Nation are also invited to join this remembrance. The Birth of a Nation opens to wide release Friday.

Source: CBC News October 06, 2016 16:41 UTC