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Audiences rate it 17 points higher than critics do.
Synopsis
Once-incarcerated Marcus Cowans is trying to turn over a new leaf with the support of his loving family. Upon discovering that one of his brothers may have been involved in a horrific crime, Marcus grapples with the limits of brotherhood and loyalty. He and his family, increasingly weary of the justice system’s failings, end up in the crosshairs of a seasoned but jaded detective.
Ratings
IMDb5.3/10
Rotten Tomatoes36%
Audiences rate it 17 points higher than critics do.
43 audience votes
Key crew
- Charles MurrayWriter
- Charles MurrayDirector
- Chris JoynerOriginal Music Composer
Cast
- Omar EppsMarcus Cowans
- William CatlettDrew Cowans
- Glynn TurmanLloyd Cowans
- Curtiss CookAnthony Cowans
- Vanessa Bell CallowayDella Cowans
- Erica TazelEva Dylan
- Vaughn W. HebronTerry Cowans
- Michael BeachGreg Hansen
- Keisha EppsTisha Cowans
- Ashley A. WilliamsLoren Cowans
- Michael EalyDetective Joe McDonald
- Theo RossiAl Edwards