Blue Hill Avenue (2001)
Erscheinungsjahr: 2001
Land: United States
Alternative Title: Blue Hill - Nasce uma Gangue, Bluehill Avenue
Regisseur: Craig Ross Jr.
Writer: Craig Ross Jr.
Produktion & Genre
Produzent: N/A
Firmen: Asiatic Associates, Cahoots Productions, Den Pictures Inc.
Genre: Drama
Budget: $1,200,000 (estimated)
Schlüsselwörter
Schlüsselwörter: black independent film, crack cocaine, drug dealing, father son relationship, female nudity, female rear nudity, hood, world
Geschichte
Blue Hill Avenue follows the downward spiral of a young man named Jamal, who comes from a middle-class home with strong moral values. The story begins when Jamal's father, a dedicated postal worker, dies unexpectedly, leaving behind his wife and two children. Struggling to cope with their loss, Jamal turns to the wrong crowd for comfort. He becomes involved in a world of crime and corruption, particularly drug dealing, which was rampant on Blue Hill Avenue during the late 1980s and early 1990s. The film explores the complex relationship between Jamal and his mother, who tries her best to keep him on the right path despite her own struggles with grief. It also delves into Jamal's evolving worldview as he grapples with the harsh realities of life in the hood and the temptations that surround him.
Zusammenfassung
Blue Hill Avenue is a poignant drama that explores themes of loss, betrayal, and redemption set against the backdrop of Boston's inner-city during the height of the crack cocaine epidemic. Directed by Craig Ross Jr., this black independent film offers an unflinching look at the devastating impact drugs had on communities across America. The movie serves as a cautionary tale about how easy it is for young people to be lured into a life of crime when there are no positive role models or opportunities available. Through Jamal's story, Blue Hill Avenue highlights the importance of strong family bonds and community support in guiding young people away from destructive paths.
