The Players Club Synopsis & Summary
Synopsis
Rapper/ actor Ice Cube directed this urban comedy-drama about African-American single mother Diana (Lisa Raye), who aims for a career as a broadcast journalist. To finance her education, she works as a stripper at the raucous Players Club, run by hustler Dollar Bill (Bernie Mac). When naive Ebony (Monica Calhoun), Diana's young cousin, also signs on at the club, Ronnie (Chrystale Wilson) attempts to lead Ebony into prostitution, creating conflicts, while club deejay Blue (Jamie Foxx) begins dating Diana. This film is Ice Cube's feature directorial debut; he also scripted and appears in a supporting role. - Bhob Stewart, All Movie Guide
Movie Info
Starring:
Theatrical Release Date:
04/08/1998
DVD Release Date:
09/14/1999
Rating:
R
MPAA Reasons:
for strong language, sexual content and violence.
Run Time:
103 min.
Distributor(s):
New Line
Director(s):
Themes:
Fish Out of Water, Class Differences, Prostitutes, Social Climbing, Sibling Relationships, Playing the Field
Tone:
Earnest, Irreverent, Raunchy, Nocturnal
Keywords:
DJ, cousin, mother, prostitute/prostitution, single-parent, stripper, telejournalist
Language:
English
Status:
DVD
