Hustle & Flow (2005)

With help from his friends, a Memphis pimp in a mid-life crisis attempts to become a successful hip-hop emcee.

Genres: Crime, Drama, Music

What to watch after Hustle & Flow

• Black Snake Moan (2006) — Same feel: realistic, dramatic
• Talk to Me (2007)
• Baby Boy (2001) — John Singleton produced both
• Love & Basketball (2000) — Same feel: realistic, dramatic
• 8 Mile (2002) — Same subject: rap music, hip-hop
• American Hustle (2013)