Belly
Director: Hype Williams
Actors: Nas, DMX, Taral Hicks
PlotTwo young men, Sincere and Buns, navigate the dangerous and volatile world of the New York City crime scene, where quick money and fast living are the norms. Sincere, the more reflective of the two, begins to grow weary of the criminal lifestyle and ponders a different path for himself and his family, yearning for a peaceful and legitimate life. Buns, on the other hand, is a hothead with a fearless, sometimes reckless disposition, who thrives on the adrenaline rush that comes with the high-stakes world of drug dealing and armed robberies.
As they orchestrate a high-profile heist that puts them at the top of their game, the consequences of their actions catch up with them. Law enforcement closes in, and the duo's loyalty and friendship are put to the test. Faced with inevitable change and the pressures of their environment, they must decide what they truly value in life. The choices they make set them on diverging paths, as one seeks redemption and the other continues to be drawn deeper into the criminal underworld.
Writers: Anthony Bodden, Nas, Hype Williams
Release Date: 04 Nov 1998
Runtime: 96 min
Rating: R
Country: United States
Language: English
Home Video Reviews
Belly is a visually fascinating but thematically weak film with varied picture quality and strong audio; worth a rental for those curious.
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Belly's unique energy and style shine in its 4K release, a must for fans.
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