ALBERT HUGHES, ALLEN HUGHES | USA | 1993 | 97 MIN | R | ENGLISH
In this unflinching urban drama from the Hughes Brothers, a young man is torn between his aspirations for a better future and the dangerous yet alluring pull of life in South Central LA.
Cast: Tyrin Turner, Larentz Tate, Samuel L. Jackson, Jada Pinkett Smith
Part of the Philadelphia Film Society's Black 90s series.
From chilling crime dramas to renowned comedies, the 90s ushered in a transformative era for Black American cinema. The decade featured venerated performances from stars like Laurence Fishburne, Taye Diggs, Lynne Whitfield, and more, disrupting the box office and establishing a new standard of cinematic excellence. Each year brought unforgettable narratives that molded a generation–leaving a lasting legacy that continues to influence artists, audiences, and culture today.
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