The Enduring Significance of 'Boyz n the Hood'

The Enduring Significance of 'Boyz n the Hood'

28 mins | Documentary | July 19, 2011

A wonderful retrospective supplement that features much of the primary cast cast as well as Writer/Director John Singleton looking back at the picture's history and legacy. They speak on the themes of the film, the casting process, its importance then and now, its reception upon release, the project's novelty, its placing in the National Film Registry, and more. There's no shortage of good insight here and the piece does a fine job of encapsulating what Boyz n the Hood is all about.

The Enduring Significance of 'Boyz n the Hood'

28 mins | Documentary | July 19, 2011

The Enduring Significance of 'Boyz n the Hood'
A wonderful retrospective supplement that features much of the primary cast cast as well as Writer/Director John Singleton looking back at the picture's history and legacy. They speak on the themes of the film, the casting process, its importance then and now, its reception upon release, the project's novelty, its placing in the National Film Registry, and more. There's no shortage of good insight here and the piece does a fine job of encapsulating what Boyz n the Hood is all about.
Producers
Original title The Enduring Significance of 'Boyz n the Hood'
Directors Michael Brosnan
Writers

Cast

John Singleton

as Self

Nia Long

as Self

Ice Cube

as Self

Regina King

as Self

Morris Chestnut

as Self