Movies and TvShows featuring "hood" theme.

In the slums of Rio, two kids' paths diverge as one struggles to become a photographer and the other a kingpin. Chickens are being prepared for a meal. A chicken escapes, and an armed gang chases after it in a Favela called the Cidade De Deus ('City of God'). The chicken stops between the gang and a young man named Rocket (Alexandre Rodrigues), who believes the gang wants to kill him. A flashback traces Rocket, the narrator, back to the late 1960s. In the 1960s, the Favela is a newly built housing project far from the center of Rio De Janeiro, with little access to electricity and water. Three impoverished, amateur thieves known as the 'Tender Trio' - Shaggy (Jonathan Haagensen), Clipper (Jefechander Suplino), and Goose (Renato De Souza) - rob and loot business owners; Goose is Rocket's brother. The thieves split part of the loot with the citizens of the city and are protected by them in return...

Jimmy, a young rapper from Detroit, faces numerous challenges as he tries to kickstart his music career. Along the way, he navigates through personal relationships, confronts his own insecurities, and battles against a rap group called The Leaders of the Free World. With determination and self-discovery, Jimmy overcomes his obstacles and ultimately finds the confidence to pursue his dreams of becoming a successful artist.

In Istanbul, retired CIA operative Bryan Mills and his wife are taken hostage by the father of a kidnapper Mills killed while rescuing his daughter. Relatives of the men Bryan killed in Paris arrive from France to avenge their deaths. Bryan's daughter, Kim, joins him in Istanbul and they are pursued by the kidnappers. Bryan calls Kim for help and guides her through saving him and her mother. Bryan eventually rescues his wife, kills the kidnappers, and the Mills family reunites.

A young African-American man navigates through the challenges of life in a rough neighborhood while overcoming various obstacles and hilarious situations.

Bound by Honor follows the lives of three Mexican-American friends in East Los Angeles as they navigate the dangerous world of gangs, crime, and prison. Loyalties are tested, friendships are pushed to the limit, and the characters are forced to make difficult choices to survive.

Controversy surrounds high school basketball coach Ken Carter after he benches his entire team for breaking their academic contract with him.

In South Central Los Angeles, Craig and Smokey find themselves in a bind after owing a local bully $200. Throughout the day, they encounter various neighborhood characters and try to come up with the money through different means. Ultimately, they confront the bully and win, overcoming their tribulations and learning valuable lessons.

Martin Riggs and Roger Murtaugh, two detectives from the LAPD, go after a former officer who is stealing and selling confiscated guns to local street gangs. As they delve deeper into the case, they uncover a dangerous plot that could put their lives at risk and test their partnership. With action-packed scenes and comedic moments, Lethal Weapon 3 is an entertaining watch.

Two stoners score high on their college entrance exams and wind up at Harvard. They're a mismatched pair from different walks of life and become the unlikely rulers of the school's THC-laden campus.

A young man navigates through the dangerous streets of Los Angeles while facing issues of violence, drugs, poverty, and betrayal.

Tsotsi, a young criminal living in a Johannesburg slum, steals a car and discovers a baby in the backseat. As he cares for the infant, Tsotsi forms a surrogate family and begins to question his own violent lifestyle.

In a medieval village haunted by a werewolf, a girl named Valerie falls in love with a woodcutter named Peter, much to her family's displeasure. As the town prepares for a monthly sacrifice to the werewolf, Valerie's sister is killed. The hunt for the werewolf ensues, revealing family secrets and a connection between Valerie and the wolf. In the end, Valerie must confront her own father, who is the werewolf, and save her love, Peter, from his curse.

A young teacher named Erin Gruwell inspires her racially divided class of at-risk students at Wilson High School in Long Beach, California to learn tolerance, apply themselves, and pursue education beyond high school. Based on a true story, Erin uses unconventional methods to engage her students, including having them keep diaries and teaching them about the Holocaust. Through her efforts, the students begin to transform their lives and find hope for the future.

In a Parisian suburb, a porn producer tries to make money by producing a successful porn movie. Along the way, he faces challenges including seduction, racism, and homophobia.

Jody, a 20-year-old man, is stuck in a cycle of dependency and irresponsibility. He must confront his immaturity and make choices that will shape his future.

Gridiron Gang is a 2006 film based on the true story of Sean Porter, a probation officer who forms a football team with teenage inmates at a detention center in Los Angeles. Through the sport, Porter aims to teach the young offenders discipline, teamwork, and self-respect.

Juice is a 1992 action crime drama thriller film set in Harlem, New York City. The story follows the lives of four African-American teenagers who become involved in a life of crime and violence. They are tempted by power, street gangs, rap music, and the allure of the inner city. As they navigate the dangers of their environment, they must confront their own demons and make life-altering choices.

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.

Belly is a crime drama film that tells the story of Tommy 'Buns' Bundy and Sincere, two childhood friends who become involved in the world of organized crime. As they navigate the dangerous underworld of drugs, gangs, and violence, they must confront their own inner demons and make choices that will determine their fate.

In Next Friday, a man is forced to move in with his uncle after getting fired from his job. He must navigate his uncle's crazy antics while also dealing with a neighborhood gang war. Will he be able to survive the chaos?