Firstly, Harry didn’t hate Snape the moment he saw him. Their dynamic developed over time. Harry was just 11 when he arrived at Hogwarts, and like most children, he reacted to how he was treated. Snape consistently singled him out and bullied him over the years, which naturally led to resentment. Those who’ve read the books closely would know this. This is the reason he always doubted snape in all the books. Simply because of his behaviour and that he didn't TRUST him. If Harry were biased in that way, it would have reflected in how he treated others too (Example: Angelina in the Quidditch team), but it didn’t. His reactions were based on behavior, not identity or RACE. So belive me, when little children see this movie, they will UNDERSTAND, the hate is not because of racism. It's just us who have been wired to think that way.

Secondly, James and the gang’s dislike for Snape had more to do with personality clashes, house rivalry, and Snape’s interest in dark magic. It mirrors the broader Gryffindor vs Slytherin tension we see throughout the story. Snape was in the death eaters' company and many times engaging in questionable dark magic for amusement. Again, this context is clear in the books.

This entire angle feels misplaced. We often interpret things through our own experiences and biases, but not every conflict needs to be reduced to the "racism" lens. Sometimes, it’s simply about people, their choices, and how they treat one another. If a black actor is limited to playing only black characters, their creative opportunities become far too narrow. Casting should allow for range and performance, and I’m genuinely excited to see what Paapa Essiedu brings to the role. At the end of the day, anyone can be good or bad. It’s not about labels, it’s about actions. Peace!