After a friend overdoses, Spoon and Stretch decide to kick their drug habits and attempt to enroll in a government detox program. Their efforts are hampered by seemingly endless red tape, as they are shuffled from one office to another while being chased by drug dealers and the police.
| Year | 1997 |
| Country | United States of America |
| Genre | Comedy, Crime, Drama |
| Director | Vondie Curtis-Hall |
| Runtime | 91 min. |
| Rating | TMDB: 6.7/10 (237 votes) |
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The director doesn't push the comedy pedal — lets the scene develop at its own pace. The comedic effect arises naturally, without cuing the audience.
If you're looking for light cinema for an evening — this is it. If you're looking for something that'll change your perspective on life — keep scrolling.
For those who can appreciate simple pleasure without overthinking it.
Director: Vondie Curtis-Hall
— MovieFinder Editorial
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Viewing atmosphere: Friday evening with food and company. Doesn't require close attention — works as background too.
Tim Roth
Stretch
Tupac Shakur
Spoon
Thandiwe Newton
Cookie
Charles Fleischer
Mr. Woodson
Vondie Curtis-Hall
D-Reper
Howard Hesseman
Blind Man
James Pickens Jr.
Supervisor
Tom Towles
D-Reper's Henchman
Bokeem Woodbine
Mud (uncredited)
John Sayles
Cop #1
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