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Gang Tapes (2001)

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Release Date: Dec 1, 2002 Wide

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A normal kid growing up in a bad neighborhood is drawn into a life of crime in this mock-documentary, which purports to be the videotaped document of a 13-year-old boy from Watts who grabs a camera while his friends carjack a group of tourists and begins taping what is going on around him. Kris (Trivell) is the son of a single mother (Sonja Marie) who is strong and caring, but is overworked and isn't able to keep a close watch over her son. Kris falls in with Alonzo (Darris Love), an older

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Drama, Action & Adventure

Adam Ripp

Dec 10, 2002

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Wild documentary-like scary real film

February 7, 2003 Full Review Source: Blunt Review
Blunt Review

It's a strong, powerful work that while under 90 minutes, will take you much longer to shake off.

December 8, 2002 Full Review Source: Film Threat
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Audience Reviews for Gang Tapes

Some tense moments. Like "The Blair Wich Project" meets "Boyz in the Hood" I don't recommend it to people who hate shakey camera work.
November 18, 2006
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Scott Brown
This movie is truly amazing. A dark and realistic look into the self destructive culture of LA gangs.
November 5, 2011
    1. Kris' mom: Put on your seatbelt honey.
    – Submitted by Starphoto P (6 months ago)

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