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A pimp in the ghettos of the Bronx, N.Y., dreams of a better life for herself and her girlfriend. She soon gets caught in a fierce battle when she comes face to face with a rival who runs an even more dangerous game.
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Mackenzie MacDade Autostraddle 12/28/2018
It's clear every actor involved was deeply committed to not just their characters, but to the narrative. Go to Full Review Noel Murray Los Angeles Times 11/17/2018
"Pimp" is too one-note and grinds its way somewhat drearily to an inevitably bloody conclusion. Go to Full Review Jeannette Catsoulis New York Times 11/17/2018
The movie might leave you drained and disgusted, yet it also serves as a reminder that Palmer (whose last notable feature, "Akeelah and the Bee," was 12 years ago) is an unusually intense talent who deserves a much better vehicle than this one. Go to Full Review Dennis Schwartz Dennis Schwartz Movie Reviews 05/08/2019
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A snappy one-note lesbian love story set in the mean Bronx streets, that sells its ass as a sleazy '70s blaxploitation film. Go to Full Review Louise Keller Urban Cinefile 03/06/2019
Sex, murder and dark secrets are the key ingredients of the tale that begins when Sarah (Ella Scott Lynch) meets Lewis (Benedict Samuel) for a potential night of passion. Go to Full Review Todd Jorgenson Cinemalogue 11/30/2018
Palmer's committed portrayal generates sympathy more than the lurid screenplay, which feels like an inauthentic glimpse into life on the streets. Go to Full Review Read all reviews

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Dara r 11/17/2024 This movie is beyond AWFUL! Lee Daniel's is so out of touch with authentic experiences. This movie displays that perfectly. Everything was so forced and unbelievable. How is this movie in the Bronx and nobody has an accent?! I couldn't even finish it. See more 07/08/2022 Amazon suggested this garbage. Don't spend a second on it. See more 06/30/2021 Rival pimp guy came in clutch. See more 04/08/2021 very well done not a big budget but big ideas and that's more important See more 11/04/2020 Fresh take on the standard "street life" movie. Keke Palmer is unrecognizable. Amazing portrayal of the tortured young woman. Supporting cast, especially the actress portraying her mother, give layered and honest performances. Even DMX seems in his natural element, hardening to his "Belly" roots. Story is somewhat predictable, with tragedy all around, but the journey to the end gives depth to the societal pressures young women face in those environments. The acting overshadows that, though. Full marks for the acting. See more 02/22/2020 It's refreshing to have queer representation where the arc of the story is not about them being LGBT. See more Read all reviews
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Christine Crokos

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Keke Palmer

Wednesday

Haley Ramm

Nikki

Aunjanue Ellis-Taylor

Gloria May

Vanessa Morgan

Destiny

Mike E. Winfield

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Synopsis A pimp in the ghettos of the Bronx, N.Y., dreams of a better life for herself and her girlfriend. She soon gets caught in a fierce battle when she comes face to face with a rival who runs an even more dangerous game.
Director
Christine Crokos
Producer
Victoria Bousis, Christine Crokos, Alexis Varouxakis
Screenwriter
Christine Crokos
Distributor
Vertical Entertainment
Production Co
Adrenaline Entertainment, 1821 Pictures
Genre
Crime, Drama
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Nov 9, 2018, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Nov 23, 2018
Runtime
1h 50m
Aspect Ratio
Scope (2.35:1)
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