Movies and TvShows featuring "black-neighborhood" theme.

Get Rich or Die Tryin' follows the story of Marcus, a young African American man who becomes a successful rapper after growing up in a dangerous neighborhood plagued by drugs and violence. Facing various challenges including the loss of loved ones, Marcus navigates the ruthless world of the drug trade and gangland crime while striving to build a better future for himself and his community.

Summer of Sam takes place in New York City during the summer of 1977. The story revolves around the Son of Sam serial killer who is terrorizing the city. The film follows various characters, including a group of punk rockers, an African-American detective, and residents of an Italian neighborhood in the Bronx. As the fear and paranoia escalate, relationships are tested, and the true face of intolerance is revealed.

Nas: Time Is Illmatic is a documentary film that tells the story of Nas, a hip-hop artist from Queens, New York. The film explores his journey as an artist, his influences, and the impact of his debut album, Illmatic. It delves into the socio-political context of Queens during Nas' youth, touching upon topics such as the crack epidemic, housing projects, and street life. Through interviews, archival footage, and performances, the film provides an intimate portrait of Nas and the cultural significance of his music.

White Boy is a documentary that tells the story of Richard Wershe Jr., a white teenager who became an FBI informant in the drug trade of 1980s Detroit. Blending reenactments and real interviews, the film explores the corruption and political corruption that surrounded Wershe's involvement, as well as the impact it had on the black neighborhood. It delves into the operations of drug gangs, drug trafficking, and the role of the FBI in combating the drug trade. The film also highlights the major drug dealers, the cocaine trafficking, and the crack epidemic that plagued the city. With a focus on the corruption of police officers and the urban decay caused by the drug trade, White Boy paints a vivid portrait of the tumultuous times in Detroit during the 1980s.

Tales of the Grim Sleeper is a true crime documentary that explores the hunt for a serial killer in Los Angeles. The film delves into the investigation and the impact on the community, focusing on the troubled history of the area and the challenges faced by law enforcement. It sheds light on the lives of the victims, the efforts of the police to solve the case, and the shocking revelations that come to light. Through interviews and footage, the documentary explores the complexities of the case and raises important questions about the criminal justice system.

L.A. Burning: The Riots 25 Years Later is a documentary film that provides an in-depth look at the 1992 Los Angeles riots. It explores the tensions between the police and the black community, highlighting the racial discrimination and police brutality that fueled the riots. The film also examines the lasting effects of the riots on race relations and the efforts made towards police reform.

Leo, an heir to the throne, becomes fascinated with the lives of his black neighbors and their cultural clash. He is forced into prostitution, leading to a satire on society and a cultural critique.

Author Richard Wright portrays his novel's Bigger Thomas, a young chauffeur trapped in an accidental murder.

After a botched robbery escalates to homicide, a north Philly gun runner has to escape or outsmart the south Philly Italian mob as they close in for vengeance.

Brownsville Black and White is the story of sixty years of Black/Jewish relations in the Brooklyn Community of Brownsville. The film is a poignant examination of group cooperation, urban change and social conflict as told through the personal histories of those who lived there. Brownsville is the first of two films dealing with inter-ethnic relations in the U.S., left unfinished after the untimely death of the director Richard Broadman. A small group of friends and colleagues completed the film after his death.