Poetic Justice ~ 7:30 PM

Wed, Feb 4 • 7:30 PM

Balboa Theatre

About this event

Once upon a time in South Central LA, John Singleton's 'Poetic Justice' offers a stirring exploration of grief, love, and creativity. Following the journey of Justice, a sensitive hairdresser and poet mourning her boyfriend, and Lucky, a charismatic postal clerk, the film showcases their liberating road trip filled with the profound poetry of Maya Angelou and memorable performances from Janet Jackson and Tupac Shakur. This film stands as one of the most irresistible romances of the 1990s.

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