Movies

A true depiction of gritty urban life in South London, Circle of Revenge tells the story of two rival gangs who get caught up in a vicious cycle of revenge.

David wants to learn how to play basketball because he wants to impress a girl and beat a bully

MAN UP is a narrative comedic short about a successful consultant who is emotionally wrecked by a breakup with his girlfriend of seven years. His best friend, an eccentric yet smooth pick-up artist, attempts to lift his buddy out of a rut by forcing him to approach and seduce random girls in a cafe.

Two rival drug lords, one from Oakland, one from San Francisco, are at war over control of the Bay Area turf. Oakland drug lord Salvador Castro just got out of prison and will stop at nothing to regain the empire that he left behind with his younger brother, Richard.

A young street hustler attempts to escape the rigors and temptations of the ghetto in a quest for a better life.

Four inner-city teenagers get caught up in the pursuit of power and happiness, which they refer to as "the juice".

A young man from Harlem, forced to cope with the 1980s drug scene, builds an illegal empire, only to have a crisis of conscience.

Follows the lives of three young males living in the Crenshaw ghetto of Los Angeles, dissecting questions of race, relationships, violence, and future prospects.

A drug kingpin is released from prison and seeks to take total control of the criminal underworld in order to give back to the community.

To save his brother, ex-thief Memphis must steal 50 luxury cars in 3 days for a crime boss. He reunites his old crew, including his mentor Otto and ex-girlfriend Sway, while police track them.

A Vietnam vet adjusts to life after the war while trying to support his family, but the chance of a better life may involve crime and bloodshed.

Based on the true life experiences of poet Jimmy Santiago Baca, the film focuses on step-brothers Paco and Cruz, and their bi-racial cousin Miklo.

Two Latina best friends in LA become enemies when one gets pregnant by the other's drug-dealer boyfriend. As their conflict grows, neighborhood violence affects them both.

Raw and unflinching, this pair of award-winning HBO films looks at the death and destruction caused by gang warfare across the United States. With unlimited access, the filmmakers document the lives and culture of rival Arkansas factions in Gang War: Bangin' in Little Rock. Back in the Hood: Gang War 2 follows Leifel Jackson, a former gang leader and ex-con trying to turn his life around after spending nearly a decade in prison.

Bastards of the Party is a cinematic journey of self-discovery that spans half a century, calling on everyone from historians to gang members to government officials and ghosts of the past to fill in the blanks of a largely unwritten history. Delving deep into the complex history of gang culture in Los Angeles, Bone, a member of the Athens Park Bloods, traces his roots all the way back to the 1950s when the first black gangs formed to protect themselves, into the political awakening of the '60s, through the tumultuous aftermath of the civil rights movement, and finally into the modern era of Bloods and Crips. "Bastards of the Party" paints a vivid picture of the interconnectedness between gang violence, systemic racism, and government policies, exposing the devastating impact all of these forces had on communities of color. Through its thought-provoking narrative, powerful imagery, and unparalleled access to modern gangs, "Bastards of the Party" leaves a lasting impression and profound impact, challenging audiences to confront the deep-rooted issues of inequality and injustice that plague society.

America Undercover goes to Little Rock, Arkansas, to look at the tension filled lives of rival street gangs. Both white and black teenage gang members discuss lives of crime and violence and speak candidly about murder and gang retaliation. They also tell tales of hopelessness, alienation, and abuse at home which led them to seek family on the streets with their peers.

A series that features original and previously released documentaries which look at contemporary issues with strong social relevance.

A series that features original and previously released documentaries which look at contemporary issues with strong social relevance.

Jason and Midget are two young, black teenagers living in Newark,New Jersey, the unofficial car theft capital of the world. Their favourite pastime is that of everybody in their neighbourhood: stealing cars and joyriding. The trouble starts when they steal a police car and the cops launch a violent offensive that involves beating and even shooting suspects.

THE BLACK MAFIA FAMILY explores the story of the 15-year investigation that resulted in 41 defendants across the country being charged in one of the largest drug conspiracy cases ever.

Julien is living the dream - blowing his money on cars, boats, big houses and shreddin the park. But the awakening will be very hard.

The story of the rise and fall of an African American vocal group.

A weekend in the life of the Arnett family, touching on topics such as drug addiction, religion, poverty, and racial tensions.

A uniformed police officer is recruited by the DEA to infiltrate a drug smuggling ring looking to expand its operation.

A crime lord ascends to power and becomes megalomaniacal while a maverick police detective vows to stop him.