From MTV News:
20 years ago today writer/director John Singleton changed the movie game. As cliche as it may sound before July 12, 1991, films depicting the harsh realities of the inner-city, African American experience were underappreciated, undervalued and virtually unheard of. That was of course until the theatrical release of 'Boyz N the Hood.' Inspired by the N.W.A. song of the same name, 'Boyz N the Hood' put the struggles of the Black youth in Los Angeles on full display.
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