This Hardcore Street Documentary details the life of active gang members in Los Angeles. After police retaliation and gang injunction charges, this video was re-edited and re-released with gang names and affiliations removed.

Why We Bang is one of the first and only in-depth videos to look into gang culture told from the perspective of the people who live it and who are directly affected by it. Its as if you were in the middle of South Central, talking and walking with real gang members first hand. Gripping footage, and shocking revelations from real life The strongest component to this film is the Mothers’ accounts of the death of their children to senseless gang violence.

This is not your everyday hood video; it is stark, real and often times scary. You will be moved to anger and tears. This picture has an effect on everyone who sees it. If you have children or know someone who does, this film must be seen, it may save a loved one. Originally released 02/07 Re-released 02/08 Produced by Orlando Myricks and Cecil Holmes. For more info on Why We Bang send email to info@ghettoflix.com