Spike Lee Supports Nate Parker at 'American Skin' Premiere at Venice Film Festival 2019

Nate Parker and Spike Lee hit the stage during the screening of American Skin on Sunday night (September 1) at the Sala Giardino in Venice, Italy.

The 62-year-old Oscar-winning director and writer supported the 39-year-old actor and director at the premiere held during the 2019 Venice Film Festival.

Fellow cast members at the premiere included Beau Knapp, Miluana Jackson, Shane Paul Mcghie, and Theo Rossi.

While attending the press conference for the film earlier in the day, Nate issued an apology regarding the way he responded to being acquitted of a rape charge he received as a college student

American Skin follows a Marine veteran working as a school janitor who tries to mend his relationship with his son after a divorce. When his son is killed by a police officer found innocent without standing trial, he takes matters into his own hands.

20+ pictures inside of the stars at the premiere…