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Release Year1993
Runtime1h 49m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationR
GenresDrama, Romance
Votes292
DirectorJohn Singleton
WritersJohn Singleton
TypeFeature Film
Rating6.7 out of 10
Cast10 credited
Also Known AsPoetic Justice
About Poetic Justice
Still grieving after the murder of her boyfriend, hairdresser Justice writes poetry to deal with the pain of her loss. Unable to get to Oakland to attend a convention because of her broken-down car, Justice gets a lift with her friend, Iesha, and Iesha's postal worker boyfriend, Chicago. Along for the ride is Chicago's co-worker, Lucky, to whom Justice grows close after some initial problems. But is she ready to open her heart again?
Directed by John Singleton, Poetic Justice leans on a strong ensemble — Janet Jackson, Tupac Shakur, Regina King — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 1993.
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