Por fin, la película que demuestra que la justicia no siempre es poética, que la jungla de la calle no siempre es atractiva... pero sí que es divertida.
Ashtray es un joven negro que se va a Los Angeles a vivir con su padre y con su peculiar abuela. Allí se encuentra con su primo Loc Dog, que se pasa el día con su pandilla de amigos por el barrio.
"Don't Be a Menace to South Central While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood" is a raucous American comedy film directed by Paris Barclay, released in 1996. Written by and starring Shawn and Marlon Wayans, this parody skewers the wave of '90s hood dramas like "Boyz n the Hood" and "Menace II Society" with over-the-top humor and absurd satire. The story follows Ashtray (Shawn Wayans), a young man who moves to the inner-city neighborhood of South Central to live with his father—who’s inexplicably younger than him. Alongside his wild cousin Loc Dog (Marlon Wayans), Ashtray navigates a world of gangbangers, gunfights, and quirky characters, including the tough-talking Grandma and the lovestruck Dashiki (Tracey Cherelle Jones). The film revels in poking fun at clichés, from dramatic slow-motion shootouts to melodramatic life lessons, all while delivering a barrage of slapstick gags and irreverent one-liners. Known for its outrageous comedy, memorable cameos (like Keenen Ivory Wayans as a mailman), and a hip-hop-infused soundtrack, "Don’t Be a Menace" embraces its low-budget charm and fearless absurdity. It’s a love letter to the genre it mocks, blending sharp social commentary with unapologetic silliness. Released in 1996, the film became a cult favorite among fans of spoof comedies, cementing the Wayans brothers’ reputation for boundary-pushing humor. While not a critical darling, its quotable lines and chaotic energy have kept it alive in pop culture memory.
Año1996
Presupuesto3800000$
Ingresos20100000$
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GénerosComediaCrimen
Países de producciónUnited States of America
