Fakin' Da Funk 1997
“Finding your roots in the hood ain't easy.”
What is Fakin' Da Funk?
Released in 1997, Fakin' Da Funk is a comedy and drama film written and directed by Tim Chey. The movie features a cast that includes Pam Grier, Ernie Hudson, Dante Basco, Tone Loc, Margaret Cho, and Tatyana Ali.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 1997
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 89 minutes
- Release date
- Jul 20, 1997
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United States of America
- Studios
- Image Entertainment, Octillion Entertainment, USA Network
- Genres
- Comedy, Drama
- Updated
At a glance
- Rating
- ★ TMDB users: 6.0/10 from 12 votes
- Episode runtime
- ~89 minutes
- Status
- Released
- Networks
- Image Entertainment, Octillion Entertainment, USA Network
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Released in 1997, Fakin' Da Funk is a comedy and drama film written and directed by Tim Chey. The movie features a cast that includes Pam Grier, Ernie Hudson, Dante Basco, Tone Loc, Margaret Cho, and Tatyana Ali. The story centers on two youths attempting to adjust to a new environment in a mostly Black neighborhood in South Central Los Angeles. The plot follows a Chinese boy named Julian, who was adopted and raised by the Black family of Joe and Annabelle Lee, alongside an Asian exchange student named May-Ling, who is housed with a Black family. Both characters try to adapt to their surroundings in South Central as they navigate their new lives.
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“A gripping exploration of comedy and drama that commands attention through bold storytelling and immersive performances.”
- Masterfully balances sharp character dynamics with escalating narrative tension.
- High production value and confident direction keep each chapter visually arresting.
- Rich thematic depth offers plenty of reward for attentive viewers.
- Deliberate pacing requires patient investment before the overarching mystery unravels.
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Is Fakin' Da Funk worth watching?
Fakin' Da Funk holds a community rating of 6.0/10 based on 12 verified viewer ratings. It offers engaging Comedy, Drama for fans of the genre.
How long is the movie Fakin' Da Funk and when was it released?
Fakin' Da Funk is a feature film with a runtime of 89 minutes. It was released in 1997. Release status: Released.
Who directed Fakin' Da Funk?
Fakin' Da Funk was directed by Timothy A. Chey.
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