Review of Boyz n the Hood (1991) by Michael T — 31 Mar 2013

Boyz n the Hood is a masterpiece. A searing portrait of the inner city ghetto and a direct protest against black-on-black violence...An awesome achievement...

This review of Boyz n the Hood (1991) was written by Michael T on 31 Mar 2013.

Boyz n the Hood has generally received very positive reviews.

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