A successful South Bronx drug dealer turns his back on his roots and gives money to a Wall Street broker to invest for him.
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Franc. ReyesWriter:
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The charismatic actor brings memories of Mexico and a nose for authenticity to his performance as Félix Gallardo.
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| John Leguizamo | ... | Victor Rosa | |
| Peter Sarsgaard | ... | Jack | |
| Denise Richards | ... | Trish | |
| Vincent Laresca | ... | Jimmy | |
| Isabella Rossellini | ... | La Colombiana | |
| Sônia Braga | ... | Iris (as Sonia Braga) | |
| Delilah Cotto | ... | Carmen | |
| Nestor Serrano | ... | Rafael Menendez | |
| Anthony 'Treach' Criss | ... | Chedda (as Treach) | |
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Rafael Báez | ... | Jay |
| Fat Joe | ... | Tito Severe (as Fat Joe 'Joseph Cartagena') | |
| Carlos Leon | ... | Hector | |
| Felix Solis | ... | Jose | |
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Omar Pastran | ... | Jason |
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Rob B. Campbell | ... | Det. O'Brien |
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A big time drug dealer Victor Rosa is looking to get out of the game and sees his chance with a big deal and a new friend who happens to be a Wall St. stockbroker. Thinking this will be his chance to go out on top, Victor soon finds out that he has been double crossed and his last option is to get revenge. Written by El Toro
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Rated R for strong violence, pervasive language, drug content and some sexuality | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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6 December 2002 (USA) See more »Also Known As:
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Budget:
$4,000,000 (estimated)Opening Weekend USA:
$6,281,415, 8 December 2002Gross USA:
$17,600,423Cumulative Worldwide Gross:
$18,591,272Company Credits
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Written by Christopher Brian Bridges and Bangladesh
Performed by Ludacris
Courtesy of Def Jam South
Under license from Universal Music Enterprises
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Shot in 22 days. See more »Goofs
When Trish is shot and falls on the bed, the gun she was holding is next to her right hand. In the next shot, it is on the left side. See more »Quotes
Victor Rosa: [Walking past a couple who are kissing] Hey. there's no tongue allowed here!See more »
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U Got a Problem?Written by Christopher Brian Bridges and Bangladesh
Performed by Ludacris
Courtesy of Def Jam South
Under license from Universal Music Enterprises
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This film is another example of me falling for an exciting theatrical trailer, and leaving the theater very disappointed. There was nothing about this film that was beyond merely "okay". The music wasn't even that great, nor was the acting. Leguizamo was more entertaining doing his voice-over in Ice Age! Seriously, folks. Additionally, the movie was so predictable I found it difficult to keep from falling asleep. But if you feel you MUST see this movie, you would be wise to wait for the video/DVD release.