Crips and Bloods: Made in America

Crips and Bloods: Made in America

Directed by Stacy Peralta

200993 min6.7 / 10

A sobering documentary investigation into the systemic roots and human toll of gang violence in South Los Angeles, balancing unflinching examination with empathy for those caught in its cycle.

With a first-person look at the notorious Crips and Bloods, this film examines the conditions that have lead to decades of devastating gang violence among young African Americans growing up in South Los Angeles.

Questions people ask

  • Is Crips and Bloods: Made in America sad? Yes, very. More sad than 91% of films.

  • Is Crips and Bloods: Made in America violent? Yes. More violent than 80% of films.

  • Is Crips and Bloods: Made in America scary? Yes. More frightening than 76% of films.

  • Is Crips and Bloods: Made in America easy watching? Not especially. Less comforting than 74% of films.

  • Does Crips and Bloods: Made in America end with hope? Not especially. Less hopeful than 70% of films.

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