Not only is this a very good basketball movie, but it is also an intense and character-driven drama centered around the choices that we make in life... and how we have to live with them in the long run. The film has some great performances from Duane Martin, Marlon Wayans and the late Tupac Shakur. Even though everybody is great in their roles, the showstopper is indeed Shakur. He gives a very masterful performance that really sticks out and will stay with you long after the movie is over. My only complaint is the length of the movie. It's true that a movie that runs a little over an hour and a half isn't short, but I think the story and the characters open more possibilities to add on to the movie. I think more opportunities and risks could have been taken to further enrich the story. Still, it is a really good movie that didn't disappoint me.

I really enjoyed "Above the Rim." It may not be flawless, but it definitely does more right than wrong. The characters are what really dominate the movie. Even if you're not a fan of the game, it's still something to check out if you're a fan of character drama. Exciting, intense, conflict-driven and full of heart, "Above the Rim" is a very well done film. -Michael Crane

One of the most Underrated films of all time.
Review date: 2000-11-24 Rating: 10 out of 10

I can't remember when I have watched a film that was this good. Tupac's performance is fantastic, Marlon Wyans does what he does and Leon put in the best performance of the film. Duane Martin takes the lead role very well in what is a truly superb story about a young basketball star trying to make it to the top. He learns that the easy route offered by Tupac isn't always the best one. I never tire of watching this film.

This film is quite possibly amazing
Review date: 2000-06-01 Rating: 10 out of 10

A must see film for tupac Shakur fans (R.I.P. 2pac)

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