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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.

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.

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...

A rookie cop partners with a rogue detective on his first day as a Los Angeles narcotics officer. They encounter various criminal activities, including abuse of authority, shakedowns, and even murder. The rookie cop begins to question the detective's methods and ultimately confronts him, leading to a shootout and the detective's demise.

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.

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.

A boxer in Chicago fights to pay off his debts and save his family, while also dealing with racial tension and his own sexuality.

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 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.

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.

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.

Fighting is a movie about a young man who finds himself involved in the dangerous and thrilling world of illegal bare-knuckle boxing. He must navigate through the underground fighting scene, facing challenges both inside and outside the ring. As he fights to survive and make a name for himself, he also discovers the true meaning of loyalty.

In a dystopian future, an undercover cop infiltrates a crime lord's organization in order to take him down and rescue a kidnapped woman. As he navigates the dangerous world of organized crime and corruption, he must confront betrayal and face off against a sadistic villainess. With explosive action and thrilling chase sequences, he fights to bring justice to a decaying urban landscape.

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.

All Eyez on Me is a biographical drama film that tells the true and untold story of prolific rapper, actor, poet, and activist Tupac Shakur. The film portrays his rise to fame, his struggles with the law and the music industry, and his impact on society.

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

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.

The true story of Oscar, a 22-year-old Bay Area resident, who crosses paths with friends, enemies, family, and strangers on the last day of 2008.