Rent Above the Rim (1994)
3.4 of 5 from 59 ratings
1h 34min
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- Synopsis:
- Kyle Lee Watson (Duane Martin) is an inner-city high school basketball star torn between college and the lure of the streets. During an important championship play-off game, Kyle grandstands to catch the attention of a Georgetown college scout. Instead, he impresses Birdie (Tupac Shakur), a powerful gang leader who is assembling a team to compete in the neighbourhood Shoot-Out contest, a high-stakes street basketball tournament for the bragging rights of the city. With promises of the good life: cash, cars and women, Birdie convinces Kyle to play on his team. Now Kyle's future hangs in the balance as Birdie's influence threatens his college career and possibly, his life.
- Actors:
- Duane Martin, Tupac Shakur, Leon, David Bailey, Tonya Pinkins, Marlon Wayans, Bernie Mac, Byron Minns, Wood Harris, Shawn Michael Howard, Henry Simmons, Iris Little Thomas, Michael Rispoli, Eric Nies, Bill Rafferty, James Williams, Richard Ray Kirkland, Tyrone Batista, Cinnamon Paige, Debra Rubins
- Directors:
- Jeff Pollack
- Writers:
- Jeff Pollack, Benny Medina
- Studio:
- New Line
- Genres:
- Drama, Sports & Sport Films
