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Belly
1998 96 min United States of America R 16+
★5.6
Crime, Drama
Director: Hype Williams
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Description
Tommy Bundy and Sincere are best friends as well as infamous and ruthless criminals and shot-callers in the hood. Respected by many but feared by all. As the police are closing in on them and new players are looking for a come up, will their reign last?
Budget:
$3M
US Gross:
$9.64M
Worldwide:
$9.6M
Starring
Nas
Actor
DMX
Actor
Taral Hicks
Actor
Awards
1 nomination total
Key opinion
Belly is widely regarded as a visually striking, iconic piece of hip-hop culture that favors style and atmosphere over narrative coherence. While fans of the genre and the featured musicians find the film essential viewing, many critics argue that the loose, chaotic storytelling results in a disjointed viewing experience.
| Culture | The film functions as an indispensable cultural touchstone for fans of 1990s hip-hop, featuring a star-studded cast of prominent rappers. | |
| Acting | DMX delivers a fierce, intense, and memorable performance that effectively anchors the film's portrayal of street-level power. | |
| Score | The soundtrack is a major asset, expertly curated to include iconic contributions from major hip-hop figures of the era. | |
| Screenplay | The screenplay is criticized for being chaotic and underdeveloped, with loosely defined motives and a narrative that fails to maintain logical consistency. | |
| Ending | Opinions on the narrative conclusion are split; some find the story satisfying as a depiction of street life, while others feel the resolution is fundamentally flawed. |