New Jack City (1991)

Thriller Crime Drama
→ Influenced 5 films ← Inspired by 1 films

A gangster, Nino, is in the Cash Money Brothers, making a million dollars every week selling crack. A cop, Scotty, discovers that the only way to infiltrate the gang is to become a dealer himself.

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← Inspired By

Scarface
Scarface (1983)1

→ Influenced

Menace II Society
Menace II Society (1993)2
 Juice
Juice (1992)3
 Training Day
Training Day (2001)4
 Paid in Full
Paid in Full (2002)5
 Boyz n the Hood
Boyz n the Hood (1991)6

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Influenced By

  1. Scarface (1983)
    "This crime thriller reflects themes from "Scarface," depicting the rise and fall of a drug lord in New York City. The film explores the allure and dangers of the drug trade, similar to Tony Montana's story." 10 Movies That Are Clearly Inspired By The Godfather Nate Reeves CBR

Influenced

  1. Menace II Society (1993)
    "This film delves into the violent world of inner-city Los Angeles, portraying the impact of drugs and crime on youth. Its gritty narrative and thematic elements draw parallels to "New Jack City."" This Gritty 1990s Crime Film Jumpstarted the Career of One of Marvel’s Biggest Stars Steve Michaels CBR
  2. Juice (1992)
    "Starring Tupac Shakur, "Juice" explores themes of power and respect among urban youth, reflecting the influence of "New Jack City" in its portrayal of inner-city struggles." Films That Have Influenced Hip-Hop hnhh HotNewHipHop
  3. Training Day (2001)
    "While focusing on police corruption, "Training Day" portrays the drug trade's influence on urban environments, a theme central to "New Jack City."" This Gritty 1990s Crime Film Jumpstarted the Career of One of Marvel’s Biggest Stars Steve Michaels CBR
  4. Paid in Full (2002)
    "Based on real events, this film chronicles the rise of a Harlem drug dealer in the 1980s, echoing themes from "New Jack City" regarding the drug trade's impact on communities." 10 Most Influential Hip-Hop Movies Of All Time Evibesnews
  5. Boyz n the Hood (1991)
    "Released the same year as "New Jack City," this film examines the lives of young men in South Central Los Angeles, addressing issues of violence and systemic challenges in urban communities." Boyz n the Hood Wikipedia