Ronnie as Jada Pinkett Marilyn Coleman Grandmama Arnold Johnson Grandpapa Saafir Harold Lawson Pooh Man Doc MC Eiht A-Wax Vonte Sweet Sharif Ryan Williams Stacy Cynthia Calhoun Jackee Garen Holman Junior Joy Matthews Nurse 1 Clifton Powell Lew-Loc Christopher M. Lloyd Stacy Arnell Deena Dwayne Barnes Basehead Ian Davids K-9 Police Officer Bill Duke Detective Robert Gonzales Car Dealer as Robert R. Gonzales Martin Davis Butler Charles J. Officer Fassel Mike Kelly Officer Gadd Rolando Molina Vato 1 Clifton Collins Jr.
Vato 3 Daniel Villarreal Ilena's Cousin Rest of cast listed alphabetically: Robert Gatewood Gang Member uncredited Karolyn Grimes George Bailey archive footage uncredited Produced by Michael Bennett Clare David Clayter Dick Hancock Anthony Mason Eugene Lee Man 1 as Man 1. James Pickens Jr. Man 2 as Man 2 as James Pickins Jr. Jullian Roy Doster Anthony as Anthony. Marilyn Coleman Grandmama as Grandmama. Arnold Johnson Grandpapa as Grandpapa.
Saafir Harold Lawson as Harold Lawson. Albert Hughes Allen Hughes. More like this. Watch options. Storyline Edit. This urban nightmare chronicles several days in the life of Caine Lawson, following his high-school graduation, as he attempts to escape his violent existence in the projects of Watts, CA. This is the truth. This is what's real. Rated R for strong bloody violence, drug use and pervasive language. Did you know Edit. Trivia Tupac Shakur was originally cast to play Sharif, but was fired which led to a physical fight with co-director Allen Hughes.
Shakur was charged with assault and battery. Shakur bragged about the altercation on an appearance on Yo! MTV Raps A tape of the appearance was played at the trial as evidence against Shakur.
Shakur was sentenced to fifteen days in jail. Goofs During Ronnie's party scene, Caine's voice over says that the party was at the end of the summer. Quotes [Caine Lawson reflecting after being shot] Caine : After stomping Ilena's cousin like that, I knew I was gonna have to deal with that fool someday. Alternate versions The Criterion Collection director's cut on LaserDisc includes the following additional footage: An extra shot of bullets leaving the back of the guy Samuel L. Jackson kills An extra shot of Awax holding the gang member while he shoots him An small scene showing how Caine and O Dog brake into the car in the garage Two extra shots of bullet wounds during the final scene It also includes two deleted scenes; the funeral of Caine's cousin and a scene at his grandparents' house after the funeral.
Green, Jr. Adams and M. User reviews Review. Top review. Great acting, choice of narration and directing. The film starts off with the murders at a convenience story, and introduces the voice-over narration of the story. I find that this voice-over does wonders at making the audience sympathize with Caine's character. He was born into this society, and therefore is not to blame for his actions and choices.
The gangsters and characters that make up the story while filled with stereotypes is never problematic. You have the nut, the religious fanatic, the hustler, the insane drug dealer, the strong concerned single parent, and so forth.
They are given enough depth be more than just cookie cutter characters to have an impact to events. The dialogue while not exactly requiring much brains to understand is pure realism. With conversations tackling more than just violence with pregnancy and realization of mistakes to name a few. Providing many powerful and memorable lines that will strike a chord with an audience.
From subtle foreshadowing how caring about one's life to conversations about leaving your lifestyle. Along with humor into the mix among it's subject matter that never feel out of place. With writing that's deep and balanced makes this more than a great film, but a part of film history. Tyrin Turner is our leading actor in his defining role as Caine.
Turner had the difficult task of making his character likable, but not to the point we can support him entirely. On top that also portray someone consumed by the criminal lifestyle without losing his humanity. Turner more than just delivers a great performance he becomes Caine. He never takes his personal life too serious when it comes to business allowing Turner to be relax and joke around with his co-stars.
When in discomfort in a situation he emote the appropriate emotion at a moment notice and voice over narration he gets across without coming off as tragic or relieved making him effective in the role. Larenz Tate plays Caine best friend making a great pairing for Turner. You'll never see the two as actors and instead see them as best friends. Larenz Tate plays more of a loose common, but well meaning character making him a an enjoyable screen presence.
Being able to get out some laughs regardless of what happens and being solid in drama. Khandi Alexander plays a concerned strong single parent figure. Consistently acting on the dramatic side well; especially in one scene where she could have been dead serious about speaking to her son about Caine possible death choosing to take a more gentle approach instead.
Jackson in his very small role is nothing short of spectacular. Menace 2 Society is a powerful crime film that provide social commentary without feeling preachy. It never sacrifices characters to touch upon violence and the various issues that maintain relevant.
The acting has no weak link with a defining performance from Tyrin Turner who's the backbone of everything right with the film.
Rising above so many similar film like itself "Menace 2 Society" is a genre defining film with "Boyz N The Hood" and rightfully so is a part of film history. Caesar M Super Reviewer. Sep 07, Back in my days of school I heard of this film but knew nothing of it.
It was commonly known as a 90's video nasty and was the talk of the town alongside other similar gangster films. The difference with these films over other horror video nasties was this genre was realistic and possibly influential to us kids, or so the grown ups said. The film itself isn't exactly anything amazing really, just days in the life of some young street hoods as they commit crimes and generally arse about.
What makes it so strong is the fact its so well made with amazingly good direction and gritty visuals you'd think an experienced directed was behind it. So the fact this is a directional debut from the Hughes brothers is really quite impressive, the fact they managed to gather a damn good cast is also impressive. Of course the reason behind the films infamous rap is the brutal graphic violence and the fact the word 'fudge' is used about a billion times.
I thought 'Robocop' was hard ass, this takes the biscuit! Whether or not it serves to inform youngsters about the wrong roads in life I don't know, I'm sure it will and does still shock but one could also say it may influence or possibly give certain youngsters bad ideas. This is a huge debate and solely depends on the individual naturally, some will enjoy for the wrong reasons other won't, but the Hughes brothers deserve credit for exposing the cold facts that I'm sure many are sheltered from.
To be honest I can see what the brothers are doing here but at the same time I can't help but feel they are also putting young blacks in a very bad light and not helping how other people look at them. One also can't help but feel the heavy use of racial language and much black v white propaganda also fuels the fire somewhat, but I'm looking at this from a British perspective.
Dated now of course but still able to shock with its explosive sequences. Much like the Wild West this film shows how cheap life can be or still is within certain areas of the US, but many countries have similar issues. Scarily realistic performances from the cast kinda makes you wonder if they have their own experiences , powerful moments of madness and all made very well without glorifying the story by making the lead character a hero. A story of self destruction that could easily of been avoided exposing the pity and futileness of these youngsters lives.
Oh and Sam Jackson is much more terrifying and badass in this than 'Pulp Fiction', even for a five minute cameo!. Phil H Super Reviewer. Jan 19, The 90s blacksploitation films have mainly been a dime a dozen if they aren't directed by a Singleton or a Lee and this is no exception.
Little that we haven't seen elsewhere to more effect. John B Super Reviewer. See all Audience reviews. There are no approved quotes yet for this movie. Best Horror Movies. Worst Superhero Movies. Best Netflix Series and Shows. Go back. More trailers. Dexter: New Blood: Season 1. The Shrink Next Door: Season 1.
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