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Before I Self Destruct (Video 2009)

R 79 min  -  Drama  -   16 November 2009 (USA)
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A coming of age story about an inner-city youth raised by a hardworking single mother. When his dream of becoming a basketball player fails to materialize... See full summary »

Director:

50 Cent

Writer:

50 Cent (screenplay)
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Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
50 Cent ...
Clarence (as Curtis Jackson)
Clifton Powell ...
Sean
Elijah Williams ...
Shocka
Gabriel Ellis ...
Rafael
Michael Wright ...
First Victim
Anthony 'Treach' Criss ...
Cedrick
Gabriel Casseus ...
Freddie (as Gabrielle Casseus)
Kar ...
Miss Jenkins
Carlos Franco ...
Jay (as Carlos Jones)
Shorty Red Shorty Red ...
Tiny
Eve Lora Eve Lora ...
Mrs. Ortiz
Tayuana 'T.J.' Jones Tayuana 'T.J.' Jones ...
Ronette
Angel Lola Luv Angel Lola Luv ...
Mona (as Angel)
O.G. Mack McLean O.G. Mack McLean ...
Mr. Harris
True Love True Love ...
Roberto
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Storyline

A coming of age story about an inner-city youth raised by a hardworking single mother. When his dream of becoming a basketball player fails to materialize, he finds himself employed in a supermarket. After his mother is tragically gunned down, Clarence (played by Jackson) is consumed by revenge and takes up a life of crime in order to support his younger brother. Written by Anonymous  

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Genres:

Drama

Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for bloody violence, pervasive language and some strong sexuality See all certifications »
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Country:

USA

Language:

English

Release Date:

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Filming Locations:

Paterson, New Jersey, USA

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Sound Mix:

Stereo  | Dolby Digital

Color:

Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1
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Trivia

This movie is the directors debut from Curtis Jackson (50 Cent), and was delivered with his fourth album 'Before I Self Destruct'. See more »

Soundtracks

"Get Up"
Performed by 50 Cent
Produced by Scott Storch See more »