Boyz n the Hood (1991)

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"Once upon a time in South Central L.A. ... It ain't no fairy tale."

Movie · 1991 · 1h 52m · Released · Rated R · Drama, Crime

Synopsis

Three friends growing up in South Central Los Angeles navigate a neighborhood plagued by violence, unemployment, and crime, each responding differently to the harsh realities of street life. As tragedy strikes close to home, their friendship, choices, and hopes for a better future are put to the ultimate test.

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Cast

  • Cuba Gooding Jr. as Tré Styles
  • Laurence Fishburne as Furious Styles
  • Ice Cube as Doughboy
  • Morris Chestnut as Ricky Baker
  • Angela Bassett as Reva Styles
  • Nia Long as Brandi
  • Tyra Ferrell as Mrs. Baker
  • Regina King as Shalika
  • Meta King as Brandi's Mom
  • Whitman Mayo as The Old Man

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