Boyz n the Hood is a 1991 American hood drama by John Singleton, starring Cuba Gooding Jr., Ice Cube, Nia Long, and others. It follows Tre Styles (Gooding Jr.), who moves in with his father in South Central L.A. amidst gang culture. The film was Singleton's directorial debut, inspired by his own life, and led to significant breakout roles for the cast. Premiered in 1991, it earned critical acclaim and nominations for Best Director and Best Original Screenplay, making Singleton the youngest and first African American nominee for Best Director. In 2002, it was selected for preservation in the National Film Registry.🚗💵🖤🎬