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Cru

  • 2014
  • TV-14
  • 1h 25m
IMDb RATING
6.6/10
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Cru (2014)
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When four high school best friends' lives are dramatically changed on the night of a near fatal accident, eighteen years later they're reunited, only to discover that a set of past and prese... Read allWhen four high school best friends' lives are dramatically changed on the night of a near fatal accident, eighteen years later they're reunited, only to discover that a set of past and present secrets will alter the course of their futures forever.When four high school best friends' lives are dramatically changed on the night of a near fatal accident, eighteen years later they're reunited, only to discover that a set of past and present secrets will alter the course of their futures forever.

  • Director
    • Alton Glass
  • Writers
    • Alton Glass
    • Oliver W. Ottley III
  • Stars
    • Taran Braxton
    • Ashanna Bri
    • Jermaine Crawford
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  • IMDb RATING
    6.6/10
    314
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Alton Glass
    • Writers
      • Alton Glass
      • Oliver W. Ottley III
    • Stars
      • Taran Braxton
      • Ashanna Bri
      • Jermaine Crawford
    • 17User reviews
    • 1Critic review
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Awards
      • 10 wins & 9 nominations total

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    Taran Braxton
    • Biker
    Ashanna Bri
    • Office Worker
    • (as Ashanna Wall)
    Jermaine Crawford
    Jermaine Crawford
    • Richard 'RJ' Hughes Jr.
    Greg Davis Jr.
    Greg Davis Jr.
    • Young Richard
    Melissa De Sousa
    Melissa De Sousa
    • Michelle Hughes
    Alison Eastwood
    Alison Eastwood
    • Allison Doyle-Ewansiha
    Julie Garibaldi
    • Julani
    Cheryl Francis Harrington
    Cheryl Francis Harrington
    • Teminobi Ewansiha
    Pamela Marie Hobby
    Pamela Marie Hobby
    • Bernice Ottley
    Will Holman
    Will Holman
    • Coach Reed
    Richard T. Jones
    Richard T. Jones
    • Richard 'Rich' Hughes
    Harry Lennix
    Harry Lennix
    • Diego Glass
    Annette Luna
    • Chelsea
    Diandra Lyle
    Diandra Lyle
    • Alex Pearson
    Quentin Miles
    • Young Adisa
    Leon Morenzie
    • Olu Ewansiha
    Frank Peters
    • J-Rock
    Mary Linda Phillips
    Mary Linda Phillips
    • Social Worker
    • Director
      • Alton Glass
    • Writers
      • Alton Glass
      • Oliver W. Ottley III
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    9vernon-186-677363

    Entertaining all the way through!

    The Cru storyline is easy to follow and identify with. The acting is excellent, and the emotional intensity of each scene was palpable. I gave the film a solid A-. It touches on the issue of teenage driving under the influence without being cliché or preachy. There's bound to be a situation or character in this film that each viewer can identify with. The film is really about the effect that one decision or a single moment can have on the rest of your life. Definitely going to pull at a few heartstrings. Several of the film's themes will resonate with the audience. The score for the film is excellent as well. I was impressed with the music and appropriateness of some of the selections. The photography and editing of Cru adds to the intensity of certain scenes and enhance the viewing experience. Overall I enjoyed watching a film featuring Black actors that was about everyday issues of the human experience. It's not just a story of perpetuating stereotypes. I look forward to this film becoming a classic among multiple film enthusiasts worldwide.
    10campbellcynthia69

    Great Must See Movie

    This movie has such great meaning. Must see to appreciate!!!!!! I've seen it several times and told my family and friends about it!!!! Tear jerker close to end....
    10cmo662002

    Great movie, a must see!

    This has a very good storyline, and I like how the characters were able to come full circle from close friends to estrange relationship, and back to close friends again despite a tragedy. Good to see a black cast doing good work and putting a positive message out there using real life situations that happen within our community. Whenever you have a movie that can draw you in, and make you identify with one or more characters as yourself, it leaves a lasting impression on you, and that is exactly what happened to me while watching this great movie. You get to walk away with learning life lessons, and it makes you evaluate your own personal friendships, realizing that life is too short to not be surrounded by the people you love. I thought it was a very well written movie, glad I had a chance to view it.
    8labeeb20

    Cru Review

    I have watched the film Cru twice already and I am thoroughly impressed with the depth of the writing and character interactions throughout. The actors were strong in their delivery, some better then others but all very successful attempts. Touching on serious issues and possible solutions definitely gave the film powerful substance and meaning. The twist and turns of each character made me feel various emotions while viewing Cru. There were times I was happy, angry, sad, surprised, and compassionate. I feel that anyone who a appreciates a strong story and vision on screen should not miss this movie. Salute to all parties involved in the piece of art. This film has the potential to touch lives around the world and teach lessons about Friendship, Love, Hate, Loyalty, parenting, secrets, and endurance. Great work.
    4knsheely

    Well intentioned, poorly executed

    I'm not sure how this movie is receiving such high praise. I thought the idea behind it was great, but the final product was quite poor. It ended up being slow, shallow, and a little hard to take seriously.

    I think it was great idea to portray a group of African American friends in a positive light with no connection to violence, drugs or criminal activity, but beyond that this movie failed. The acting was atrocious and made it very hard for me to stay engaged in the slow moving plot. The dialogue was inconsistent and the characters lacked the depth required to take their reactions seriously to the situations that were presented.

    It would be nice to see more movies along these lines so that the bar might be raised and we can take it more seriously.

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    • Trivia
      Richard T. Jones and Melissa de Sousa previously starred together in Lockdown (2001), also playing a couple.
    • Soundtracks
      Lay Up
      Written by Oliver W. Ottley III & Vincent Mays

      Performed by Oliver W. Ottley III as CRUMM, Vincent Mays & Marques Anthony

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    • Release date
      • June 21, 2014 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • Official Website
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • C.R.U.
    • Filming locations
      • Los Angeles, California, USA
    • Production companies
      • Glassrock Entertainment
      • Hatchet Films
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    • Runtime
      1 hour 25 minutes
    • Color
      • Color

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