This film is especially good, since it's based on a true story. Take the time and watch it.

I thoroughly enjoyed this film. For one, it did not glamorize the "hood" life as many films of it's kind tends to do. This movie told a story. Just like Good Fellas or Casino. I did not take this movie to inspire youth or motivate those who are in the hood towards similar behavior or career choice. It was a story. Unlike Scar Face, no one would want to be in this story. There was too much loss and not enough win. That is how life goes in the drug game. You don't always win. You lose family, money and friends...even time. CamRon played very well. I was actually impressed with his acting. As a matter of fact, all of the actors did a great job. Only time I did not enjoy the acting occurred when the "fake" hustlers attempted to get in the game. However, they were supposed to act poorly thus they did a great job at it. All in all, this was a good movie with great acting and a good story.

when a young rapper starts making millions of dollars, he/she next step is to make movies and videos... with zero acting and directing experience. they need to maintain an image as one of many rappers coming out of the housing projects as tough, dealing drug, sexy ladies with backs, fine cars, lots of cash, improper language, night clubs, hanging out with the brothers, drinking, shooting, and death. you are right, Steven. the same old chiche` is boring. it sells, because young people enjoy such a movie. the same way i wanted to watch the movie Foxy Brown and other violence movies. it's sad, but parents are held responsible. this film is for mature audience only...