202 Essential Hood Films Collection

Panther

1995 • 124 min • Box office $6M

Drama, History

"Panther" is a gripping semi-historical film about the early years of the Black Panther Party for Self-Defense, from 1966 to 1968 in Oakland, California. The movie follows the rise of this important movement as it challenged racial injustice and fought…

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Stone Bros.

2009 • 90 min

Eddie, a city dweller, journeys to his ancestral homeland to reconnect with his Aboriginal heritage, carrying a sacred stone. His plans are derailed when the impulsive Charlie joins him. Their spiritual quest transforms into a chaotic adventure across the Australian…

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Livin' tha Life

2003 • 84 min

In Compton, friends Jamal and Peanut navigate their everyday lives. They accidentally discover a burglar attempting to break into Jamal’s home, but the burglar suddenly dies before their eyes.

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B.A.P.S

1997 • 90 min • Budget $10M • Box office $7M

Comedy

Two dancers leave their small town for Los Angeles, hoping to succeed in Hollywood. They soon discover breaking into the dance world is difficult. To make money while trying to maintain a glamorous lifestyle, they take a job caring for…

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Tupac: Resurrection

2003 • 112 min • Budget $300K • Box office $7M

Music, Documentary

The film uses home movies, photographs, and poetry readings to explore the life of Tupac Shakur, a highly admired, influential, and often turbulent figure in hip-hop music.

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Thicker Than Water

1999 • 91 min

In Los Angeles, two rival gang leaders share a passion for music production. When DJ's equipment fails and Lonzo is sidelined by a record producer, they reluctantly team up, initiating an uneasy truce between their gangs. With support from Gator,…

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The Infamous Times, Volume I: The Original 50 Cent

2005 • 120 min

During the intense crack cocaine crisis of 1987 in New York City, a man became a major threat to the city's most feared gangsters. Equipped with protective gear and weapons, he robbed and extorted many of Brooklyn’s top drug dealers.…

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Romeo Must Die

2000 • 115 min • Budget $25M • Box office $91M

Action, Crime, Thriller

In Oakland, California, two rival gangs – one African-American, the other Chinese – fight for control of the docks. When Hang Sing and Trish O'Day investigate, they uncover a deadly web of lies that leads to the demise of many…

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Love Don't Co$t a Thing

2003 • 100 min • Box office $21M

Comedy, Drama, Family

A socially awkward high school student enlists a popular cheerleader to pretend to be his girlfriend, hoping to improve his reputation among his peers.

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Got My Hustle Up

2018 • 134 min

"Got My Hustle Up" follows a young man who is thrust into adulthood following his father's death. Navigating a world of violence and drug activity in Dayton, Ohio, he strives to be a good father to his son while working…

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Backstage at Budz House

2012 • 57 min

Faizon Love hosts a lineup of today's top comedians, featuring Kevin Hart, Luenell...

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Fast & Furious 6

2013 • 130 min • Budget $160M • Box office $788M

Action, Thriller, Crime

Dominic and Brian gather their team for a mission against a group of mercenaries. However, Dominic's plans are complicated when he unexpectedly reconnects with Letty, whom he believed to be dead.

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Gun

2010 • 81 min • Budget $10M

Action, Crime

The Detroit Police, working with federal agents, launches a major operation against gun runners, focusing on a criminal named Rich. After a botched gun exchange, Rich's friend Angel intervenes and saves him, forging a strong connection. This new bond makes…

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Jason's Lyric

1994 • 119 min • Budget $7M • Box office $20M

Crime, Drama, Romance

This coming-of-age story follows a young man as he explores love, relationships, and growing up. He must overcome his fears to achieve the life he wants. The film examines how our relationships shape us, for better or worse. The protagonist's…

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I Got the Hook-Up

1998 • 93 min

Two down-on-their-luck friends strike gold when they discover a truck full of cell phones and start selling them from their van. Their luck turns sour when the phones start malfunctioning. Suddenly, they're facing angry customers and the attention of the…

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Ghetto Fights 2

2005

This sequel to the infamous street fighting video is even more intense than the first. Filmed in gritty locations nationwide, the fights are shockingly real and disturbing. Gang members battle for dominance, while women engage in wild confrontations. Featuring brutal…

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Hot Boyz

2000 • 98 min

Driven to crime by injustice, Kool is a talented but struggling artist, skilled in karate, and deeply in love with LaShawna, a bright student with plans for college. One night, she witnesses a stabbing and tragically discovers the victim is…

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Original Gangstas

1996 • 99 min • Budget $4M • Box office $3M

Action, Drama, Crime

In Gary, Indiana, the Rebels, a violent street gang, rule their territory with impunity. When storekeeper Marvin Bookman, the father of John Bookman – a former NFL star and the Rebels' leader – provides the police with vital information about…

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Gang Related

1997 • 111 min

Action, Crime, Thriller

Two corrupt police officers run a profitable scheme: stealing drugs from dealers and selling them on the black market, framing rival gangs for the crimes. Their carefully built world unravels when they accidentally kill an undercover DEA agent posing as…

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Snoop Dogg's Hood of Horror

2006 • 85 min • Budget $5M • Box office $25K

Comedy, Horror

This hip hop horror anthology features three stories of terror narrated by Snoop Dogg as the Hound of Hell. The tales center on the people living in a city neighborhood, and their choices in life ultimately decide their fate in…

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8 Mile

2002 • 111 min • Budget $41M • Box office $242M

Drama, Music

Jimmy Smith, Jr. Faces a constant struggle to maintain hope as he pursues his dreams in Detroit's thriving music scene. He fights for his unique voice and a place in a world defined by rhythm and legendary artists, where every…

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The Original Kings of Comedy

2000 • 115 min • Budget $13M • Box office $38M

Comedy, Documentary

This riotous comedy brings together comedians Steve Harvey (of "The Steve Harvey Show"), D.L. Hughley ("The Hughleys"), Cedric the Entertainer ("The Steve Harvey Show"), and Bernie Mac ("Life") in a hilarious summit, directed by Spike Lee.

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Mi Vida Loca

1994 • 92 min • Box office $3M

Crime, Drama

In modern-day Los Angeles, Mousie and Sad Girl are inseparable childhood friends growing up in a struggling Hispanic community. Their shared experiences shape them as they navigate difficult circumstances. Their friendship fractures when Sad Girl becomes pregnant after an affair…

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The Fast and the Furious

2001 • 106 min • Budget $38M • Box office $207M

Action, Crime, Thriller

Dominic Toretto, a street racer in Los Angeles, is suspected of orchestrating major truck hijackings. An undercover police officer, Brian O'Conner, joins Toretto's unconventional group and develops feelings for Toretto's sister. He is then forced to decide whether to remain…

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2 Fast 2 Furious

2003 • 108 min • Budget $76M • Box office $236M

Action, Crime, Thriller

Former police officer Brian O'Conner partners with his old friend, ex-con Roman Pearce, to move a large sum of illicit money for Miami businessman Carter Verone. However, their mission is a setup; they are secretly working with undercover agent Monica…

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Notorious

2009 • 122 min • Box office $43M

Music, Drama, History

"Notorious" tells the story of Christopher Wallace. With remarkable talent and unwavering determination, Wallace evolves from a Brooklyn street hustler – who once sold crack to pregnant women – into one of the greatest rappers ever: The Notorious B.I.G. The…

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Righteous Kill

2008 • 101 min • Budget $60M • Box office $79M

Crime, Thriller, Mystery

Two experienced detectives in New York City investigate a new murder, suspecting a link to a past case they thought they had closed. They begin to question whether a serial killer might be operating and if they wrongly convicted someone…

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Everywhere And Nowhere

2011 • 92 min

Ash struggles to balance the expectations of his family and friends with his own aspirations. This is his story, unfolding across London's vibrant nightlife and amidst encounters with the law, all captured on film by Kidulthood's director.

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Let's Go to Prison

2006 • 89 min • Budget $4M • Box office $4M

Comedy, Crime

A hardened criminal's revenge plot goes awry. To get even with his target, he imprisons the man's son, only to end up serving time alongside him.

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Ride Along

2014 • 99 min • Budget $25M • Box office $153M

Action, Comedy

For two years, high school security guard Ben has tried to prove to decorated APD detective James that he's worthy of James' sister, Angela, and not just a video game enthusiast. When Ben gets accepted into the police academy, he…

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Squeeze

1997 • 95 min

In a rough part of Boston, Ty, Hector, and Bao, known as "the PG-13 crew," are fourteen-year-old friends who have dropped out of school. A small group of older, tougher guys led by Marcus and Tommy terrorize them. After the…

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Wu: The Story of the Wu-Tang Clan

2008 • 79 min

In the summer of 1993, the Wu-Tang Clan burst onto the hip-hop scene from Staten Island, New York, and quickly dominated the music world. Over the next decade, they sold over 20 million albums, achieving legendary status through their talent…

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Charm City Kings

2020 • 125 min

Drama

Mouse longs to be accepted by The Midnight Clique, a notorious group of dirt bike riders who dominate Baltimore's summer. When Blax, the Clique's leader, takes 14-year-old Mouse under his protection, Mouse is pulled between a conventional life and a…

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City of God

2002 • 129 min • Budget $3M • Box office $30M

Drama, Crime

In 1970s Rio de Janeiro's impoverished favelas, two young men make contrasting choices. Rocket is an aspiring photographer who documents the escalating drug violence in his community. Meanwhile, José "Zé" Pequeno is an ambitious newcomer to the dangerous world of…

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First Sunday

2008 • 96 min • Budget $20M • Box office $38M

Comedy, Action

Durell and LeeJohn are best friends and inept criminals. They are given one week to pay a $17,000 debt, or Durell will lose his son. Desperate, they plan to rob their local church. Instead, they find themselves spending the night…

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Bamboozled

2000 • 136 min • Budget $10M • Box office $2M

Comedy, Drama

Producer Pierre Delacroix, after being rejected by his network for his sitcom idea, deliberately pitches the worst concept imaginable: a 21st-century minstrel show, hoping to get fired. Instead, the network airs it and it unexpectedly becomes a huge success.

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Belly

1998 • 96 min • Budget $3M • Box office $9M

Crime, Drama

Tommy Bundy and Sincere are a formidable duo, known as best friends, criminals, and powerful figures in their community. Respected and feared, they've maintained control of their territory despite police pressure. Now, facing potential arrest and competition from ambitious newcomers,…

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Ride Along 2

2016 • 102 min • Budget $40M • Box office $124M

Action, Comedy

With his wedding day near, Ben travels to Miami with his future brother-in-law, James. Their mission: to take down a drug dealer who is supplying Atlanta dealers with drugs.

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Leprechaun in the Hood

2000 • 90 min

Horror, Comedy

To finance their demo, Butch, Postmaster P, and Stray Bullet break into a hip-hop mogul's studio. They discover the secret to his success: a magical flute. Suddenly, their performances are a hit, but they find themselves pursued by a vengeful…

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The Wash

2001 • 97 min • Budget $7M • Box office $10M

Action, Comedy

Facing an urgent need for money with rent overdue and his car immobilized, Sean is desperate for a solution. His roommate Dee Loc suggests he take a job washing cars at the local car wash.

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Crips and Bloods: Made in America

2009 • 93 min

Documentary

This film offers an intimate perspective on the Crips and Bloods gangs, exploring the circumstances behind decades of tragic violence affecting young African Americans in South Los Angeles.

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Poetic Justice

1993 • 109 min • Budget $14M • Box office $27M

Drama, Romance

"Justice" is a moving story about a young hairdresser dealing with grief and heartbreak as she deals with love and friendship. Following the murder of her boyfriend, Justice finds comfort in writing poetry to process her pain. When a car…

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Malibu's Most Wanted

2003 • 86 min • Budget $15M • Box office $34M

Comedy, Crime

A senator orchestrates the kidnapping of his son, a privileged young man who identifies with Black culture, by two Black actors posing as criminals. The senator's intention is to jolt his son away from his aspirations of a rap career.

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Four Brothers

2005 • 109 min • Budget $45M • Box office $92M

Action, Crime

Four brothers, who were adopted and raised apart, go back to their Detroit hometown after their mother is killed. They decide to seek revenge on those responsible.

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Now Eat

2000 • 76 min

The pioneer of horrorcore rap stars in this darkly funny comedy horror film, a story about the saying "you are what you eat." A murderous gangster is cursed to consume whatever he kills, leading him down a disturbing path inspired…

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Crash

2005 • 112 min • Budget $6M • Box office $98M

Drama

Los Angeles, shortly after September 11th, becomes a pressure cooker as the lives of several people become intertwined over 36 hours: a wealthy housewife in Brentwood, her prosecutor husband, a Persian shop owner, two police officers, a couple of car…

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Dangerous Ground

1997 • 95 min

Vusi Madlazi travels back to his South African village for his father's funeral. There, he reunites with his brother Ernest, who reveals their other brother Stephen is unreachable. Vusi journeys to Johannesburg to find him, initially connecting with Karin, a…

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Exit Wounds

2001 • 101 min • Budget $33M • Box office $79M

Action, Crime, Thriller

Police officer Orin Boyd is known for successfully taking down criminals, but his unconventional methods often cause trouble. He's transferred to Detroit's most challenging precinct after one such incident. There, he uncovers a secret drug operation run by fellow detectives.…

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Bullet

1996 • 100 min

Action, Drama, Thriller

A recently released Jewish ex-convict is pulled back into the dangerous world of organized crime. He unexpectedly encounters a ruthless drug lord and an old enemy from his past. As tensions escalate between them, he must navigate loyalty, deception, and…

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ATL

2006 • 107 min • Budget $20M • Box office $21M

Drama, Comedy, Mystery

Four friends navigate the transition to adulthood, each facing unique obstacles that lead to pivotal moments. Their stories intertwine and find resolution at their neighborhood rollerskating rink, Cascade.

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Boyz n the Hood

1991 • 112 min • Budget $6M • Box office $57M

Crime, Drama

Against the backdrop of Los Angeles, this drama follows Furious, a father trying to teach his teenage son Tre right from wrong. Furious wants a better future for Tre, but Tre and his friends are drawn into a dangerous street…

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Aaliyah: So Much More Than a Woman

2004 • 62 min

This is the story of Aaliyah, the globally renowned singer, actress, and model who achieved fame at 15 in the 1990s. Tragically, she died in a plane crash in 2001.

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Tupac Uncensored and Uncut: The Lost Prison Tapes

2011 • 44 min

In an interview framed by the interviewer's statement that it focuses on Tupac as a person, not his legal battles, *Tupac Uncensored and Uncut: The Lost Prison Tapes* presents a raw look at the rapper's world. Featuring an uncut interview…

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Next Day Air

2009 • 84 min • Budget $3M • Box office $10M

Action, Comedy, Crime

Two bumbling criminals accidentally receive a package of cocaine and believe they've struck it rich, setting off a chain of events that dramatically alters the lives of ten people.

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The Heroine

1973 • 84 min

Action, Crime

A tense situation develops when a gang member dies in a taxi. He unknowingly leaves behind evidence that sets his gang on a chase after the driver. The ordinary driver is caught in danger but finds an unexpected ally in…

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Above the Rim

1994 • 96 min

A talented high school basketball player navigates complex relationships with two brothers: one involved in drug dealing, and the other a former basketball star struggling with life as a security guard.

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The Man with the Iron Fists

2012 • 96 min • Budget $15M • Box office $20M

Action

In feudal China, a blacksmith who crafts weapons for a small village finds himself compelled to protect both himself and his community.

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Hangin' with the Homeboys

1991 • 89 min

On a Friday night, four people – two African-Americans and two Puerto Ricans (one of whom claims to be Italian) – go out together. They'll have to get to know each other, and, unexpectedly, learn to become friends.

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South Central

1992 • 99 min • Budget $4M

Crime, Drama

Set in South Central Los Angeles, this drama follows Bobby Johnson as he navigates a path to redemption after a ten-year prison sentence for killing a rival gang leader. Inside, Bobby finds support and guidance from fellow inmate Ali, who…

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Riot

1997 • 95 min

April 1992. The aftermath of the Rodney King verdict erupts into widespread unrest in Los Angeles, setting the stage for four interconnected personal stories.

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Bride of Chucky

1998 • 89 min • Budget $25M • Box office $50M

Horror, Comedy

Chucky returns in this sequel when his former lover, Tiffany, recovers the pieces of his body from a police evidence locker. Reunited, the pair plot to create an army of killer dolls, endangering innocent people caught in their deadly game.…

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Scary Movie 5

2013 • 88 min • Budget $20M • Box office $78M

Comedy

Dan and Jody are enjoying life as a new family, but their happiness is disrupted by unsettling paranormal events. Seeking answers, they install security cameras and uncover a terrifying truth: their home is being stalked by a malevolent entity.

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All Things Fall Apart

2011 • 106 min

Drama

In this moving drama, 50 Cent plays Deon, a talented college football player. Deon's life is disrupted by an unforeseen challenge that threatens his future career, forcing him to re-evaluate his identity and choices.

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How to Make Money Selling Drugs

2012 • 96 min

Documentary

This film presents ten straightforward steps for making money in the drug trade. It includes interviews with drug dealers, prison staff, and those who lobby for stricter drug laws, presenting their perspectives on the issue.

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Iceberg Slim: Portrait of a Pimp

2012 • 89 min

"Iceberg Slim: Portrait of a Pimp" chronicles the dramatic life of Chicago's notorious pimp, Iceberg Slim (1918-1992), and his transformation into a celebrated author. He reinvented himself through seven influential books that pioneered Street Literature, offering raw and poetic depictions…

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Clockers

1995 • 128 min • Budget $25M • Box office $13M

Crime, Drama, Mystery

Strike is a young man involved in the city's drug trade, working for the ruthless Rodney Little. When a murder occurs at a local fast-food restaurant – the night manager is found dead with four gunshot wounds – Strike’s older…

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MP Da Last Don

1998 • 58 min

Nino never desired his father's life as a gangster, but after his father, Don Corleone, is murdered, he is forced to take over and seek revenge. Now the head of the family, Nino must navigate a dangerous world of lies,…

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Jungle Fever

1991 • 132 min • Budget $14M • Box office $32M

Drama, Romance

This drama follows a successful African American man facing a difficult moral choice: pursuing an affair with a white coworker. He struggles with the potential social consequences and the complexities arising from their different races. The film explores societal expectations,…

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Set It Off

1996 • 123 min • Budget $9M • Box office $41M

Crime, Drama, Thriller

In 1981, ITC Entertainment produced the television film *Revenge of the Mysterons from Mars*, assembled from footage of the 1967 series *Captain Scarlet and the Mysterons*. The film combines four original episodes: "Shadow of Fear", "Lunarville 7", "Crater 101", and…

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Drumline

2002 • 118 min • Budget $20M • Box office $57M

Drama, Romance, Comedy

A gifted street drummer from Harlem attends a university in the South, aiming to lead the school's marching band to win. He struggles to adjust to his new environment, eventually learning that success requires more than just talent.

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Friday After Next

2002 • 85 min • Budget $20M • Box office $33M

Comedy, Drama

Craig and his cousin Day-Day have moved into their first home and are working security at a mall at night. On Christmas Eve, their house is broken into, and they decide to find the person responsible.

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Sucker Free City

2004 • 113 min

This film centers on three young men who become involved in criminal activities. Nick, working a corporate job, commits credit card fraud and sells drugs. K-Luv is a member of the "V-Dubs," an African-American street gang. Lincoln is a rising…

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Waist Deep

2006 • 97 min • Box office $21M

Action, Adventure, Drama

A former prisoner is drawn into the world of organized crime when his vehicle is stolen with his son aboard.

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Still 'Bout It

2004 • 80 min

"Still 'Bout It" continues the story of Pistol P (Master P) and Vito (Silkk the Shocker). After being released from prison, Pistol reunites with Vito and decides to start an honest life. They move in with Aunt Tee Dee and…

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Harsh Times

2005 • 116 min • Budget $2M • Box office $6M

Crime, Drama, Thriller

Jim Davis, a former Army Ranger, is tempted back into a life of minor crime after a promising job with the LAPD falls through. His close friend is urged by his girlfriend Sylvia to get a steady job, but Jim…

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Stomp the Yard 2: Homecoming

2010 • 90 min

Drama, Music

During homecoming weekend at Truth University, Chance Harris strives to juggle his studies, job, relationships, and a chance to compete in a nationally televised step competition.

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Deep Cover

1992 • 108 min • Budget $8M • Box office $16M

Action, Thriller, Crime

This thriller follows Russell Stevens, a dedicated Black police officer determined to bring criminals to justice. He joins a special anti-drug squad to infiltrate a major criminal network led by a powerful Colombian drug lord, who is also the foreign…

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New Jack City

1991 • 97 min • Budget $8M • Box office $47M

Thriller, Crime, Drama

This drama explores the lives of two men connected by their work but with very different perspectives: Nino, a powerful figure in the Cash Money Brothers, and Scotty, an undercover police officer trying to dismantle the gang's criminal operation. Nino…

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Gridlock'd

1997 • 91 min • Budget $5M • Box office $5M

Comedy, Crime, Drama

Two friends, Spoon and Stretch, are forced to confront their drug habits after witnessing a friend's overdose. They desperately try to get help through a government detox program, but face endless delays and bureaucratic obstacles. Pursued by drug dealers and…

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The L.A. Riot Spectacular

2005 • 80 min

The satirical comedy *The LA Riot Spectacular* uses humor to examine the 1992 Los Angeles riots that erupted following the acquittal of police officers accused of brutality during the Rodney King beating trial. The film depicts the city-wide unrest with…

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Money Talks

1997 • 97 min • Budget $25M • Box office $48M

Action, Comedy, Crime

A resourceful con artist suddenly finds himself pursued by both the police and dangerous criminals. To survive, he makes a risky agreement with a cynical TV reporter for protection, hoping they can both stay ahead of their enemies. As danger…

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100 Kilos

2001 • 89 min

The Freeway Boyz, a group of young men, rose to prominence by selling drugs on the streets of South Central Los Angeles, amassing millions. Unbeknownst to them, their activities inadvertently funded a covert war waged by the CIA in Nicaragua.

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Tupac: Live at the House of Blues

2005 • 118 min

"Tupac: Live at The House of Blues" captures Tupac Shakur's final performance on July 4, 1996, at the House of Blues. It's a vibrant hip-hop celebration and a last opportunity to see Tupac at his peak, before his tragic death.…

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Roll Bounce

2005 • 112 min • Budget $10

Comedy, Drama, Family

Summer 1978. A group of teenage friends navigate typical adolescent hurdles when their local roller-skating rink shuts down, requiring them to find a new place to hang out.

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Ghost Dog: The Way of the Samurai

1999 • 116 min • Budget $2M • Box office $9M

Crime, Drama

In a world of violent crime empires built on loyalty, the story follows an enigmatic African-American Mafia hitman. He’s inspired by the legendary samurai of feudal Japan, adopting their code of honor and discipline to become known for his precision…

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I'm Bout It

1997 • 110 min

"I'm Bout It" is a 1997 film by rapper Master P. The movie details his life growing up in an uptown ghetto of New Orleans. Master P wrote, directed, and starred in the film.

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End of Watch

2012 • 109 min • Budget $7M • Box office $55M

Crime, Drama, Thriller

During a routine traffic stop, two young officers seize a small amount of money and weapons from members of a notorious cartel. As a result, they become targets for assassination.

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A Day in the Life

2009 • 90 min

Sticky Fingaz, an Onyx rapper, directs and stars in this hip-hop musical. It tells the story of a gangster trying to escape his life in crime, but who is pulled back into violence when a rival family attacks his drug…

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Undisputed

2002 • 96 min • Budget $20M • Box office $14M

Action, Drama, Crime

Monroe Hutchens is the reigning heavyweight champion of Sweetwater, a maximum-security prison. He’s serving a life sentence for a crime of passion. Iceman Chambers was once the champion, but lost his title and received a ten-year sentence after being convicted…

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Straight Outta Compton

2015 • 147 min • Budget $28M • Box office $201M

Drama, Music, History

In 1987, five young men channeled their frustration and anger about life in a dangerous part of America into powerful music. *Straight Outta Compton* tells the true story of these cultural rebels who, armed with lyrics, confidence, and talent, challenged…

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Black Dynamite

2009 • 85 min • Budget $2M • Box office $296K

Comedy, Action

Black Dynamite is a 1970s action icon. He’s a man seeking revenge against those in power. His brother was murdered, orphanages were ruined by heroin, and the streets are choked with fake alcohol. Black Dynamite is the only one willing…

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Out-of-Sync

1995 • 105 min

A DJ with a past as a convict is compelled to collaborate with law enforcement on an undercover operation. The target of the sting is his current employer.

3.9

4.7

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Next Friday

2000 • 98 min • Budget $11M • Box office $59M

Comedy

To escape a vengeful ex-con from South Central Los Angeles, a streetwise man relocates to the suburbs with his lottery-winning uncle and cousin. However, their troubles aren't left behind, and the peaceful suburbs are soon disrupted.

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Beef

2003 • 103 min

This documentary charts the development of MC battles, tracing their progression from skillful wordplay to intense, competitive displays of lyrical prowess in urban environments.

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7.2

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Beef II

2004 • 85 min

Beef II, released in August 2004, is a sequel to the 2003 documentary Beef, continuing its exploration of rivalries within hip-hop and rap music. Executive produced by Quincy Jones III (QD3), the film was written by Peter Alton and Peter…

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6.8

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Beef III

2005 • 84 min

Beef III is the third film in a series exploring rivalries and arguments within hip hop culture. Released on DVD November 15, 2005, the approximately 85-minute documentary was directed by Peter Spirer and narrated by DJ Kay Slay, with music…

6.5

5.9

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Hustle & Flow

2005 • 116 min • Budget $8M • Box office $23M

Crime, Drama, Music

Seeking a change, a Memphis pimp going through a mid-life crisis teams up with his friends to pursue a career as a hip-hop artist.

7.2

7.3

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A Low Down Dirty Shame

1994 • 100 min • Budget $10M • Box office $29M

Comedy, Crime, Action

A determined Black detective undertakes a dangerous quest to find a lost fortune made from drug money. He faces many risks while reconnecting with Angela, a compelling ex-girlfriend, and dealing with his often-annoying partner, Peaches. The search brings up old…

5.6

5.9

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Street Kings

2008 • 109 min • Budget $20M • Box office $66M

Action, Crime, Drama

Tom Ludlow, a jaded L.A. Police officer who often disregards protocol and is grieving the loss of his wife, finds himself accused of murdering a colleague. This forces him to confront the police system he's always known, ultimately making him…

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6.8

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Crank: High Voltage

2009 • 96 min • Budget $20M • Box office $34M

Action, Thriller, Crime

Celias finds himself hunted by a Chinese mobster who has stolen his heart and replaced it with an electrically powered one. He must now constantly recharge himself with electricity to survive.

6.1

17+

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