Two brothers who rose from the decaying streets of southwest Detroit in the late 1980s and gave birth to one of the most influential crime families in the country.Two brothers who rose from the decaying streets of southwest Detroit in the late 1980s and gave birth to one of the most influential crime families in the country.Two brothers who rose from the decaying streets of southwest Detroit in the late 1980s and gave birth to one of the most influential crime families in the country.
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This series is so under publicized and underrated. I mean it has Snoop Dogg in the show - playing one of the most hilarious characters I've ever seen. But putting aside his ludicrous cameos, the series is just a non-stop riot. A very tense crime drama about drug dealing gangsters and turf wars. It's also about personal vendettas and revenge. The character plot lines interweave so well.
The music is also great- I've constantly found myself Shazamming songs. There's a lot of great 80s R&B throwback songs that will take you down memory lane. Definitely no dull moments in this binge-worthy series.
The music is also great- I've constantly found myself Shazamming songs. There's a lot of great 80s R&B throwback songs that will take you down memory lane. Definitely no dull moments in this binge-worthy series.
BMF is a gritty and violent series of how two brothers from Detroit, Demetrius "Big Meech" Flenory (Demetrius Flenory Jr.) and Terry "Southwest T" Flenory (Da'Vinchi), and how they built one of the most successful and influential crime families in the country. It's based off a true story and while some of it is far fetched and made up, a lot of it is true too. Besides showing how they built their crime family it also shows their real family and how much they all loved one another even though their family didn't agree what the brothers were doing. One of the coolest things about the show is the Big Meech's real life son plays his father in his first acting role ever and is the highlight of the show.
"BMF," the crime drama series based on the true story of the Black Mafia Family, delivers a gripping and intense portrayal of the rise and fall of one of the most notorious drug trafficking organizations in American history. Set in Detroit during the late 1980s and early 1990s, the show offers a gritty and authentic look at the complexities of the drug trade and the impact it has on the lives of those involved.
The series is anchored by strong performances from its cast, with Demetrius "Lil' Meech" Flenory Jr. And Da'Vinchi shining in their roles as Demetrius "Big Meech" Flenory and Terry "Southwest T" Flenory, the brothers who founded the BMF. Their on-screen chemistry and dynamic portrayals bring depth and authenticity to the characters, capturing the struggles, ambitions, and conflicts that defined the Flenory brothers' journey to power and wealth.
"BMF" does an excellent job of exploring the complexities of the drug trade, the allure of quick money and power, and the devastating consequences of a life of crime. The show delves into themes of family, loyalty, and betrayal, painting a nuanced portrait of the individuals who were drawn into the dangerous world of drug trafficking and the choices they made along the way.
The series' production values are top-notch, with attention to detail in the period setting, costumes, and soundtrack that immerse viewers in the world of 1980s Detroit. The show's cinematography and editing create a gritty and atmospheric tone that enhances the tension and drama of the narrative, keeping audiences engaged and invested in the story.
While "BMF" excels in its depiction of the criminal underworld and the personal dynamics of the Flenory brothers, there are moments where the pacing feels uneven, with certain subplots and character arcs receiving more attention than others. Additionally, some viewers may find the show's portrayal of violence and drug-related themes to be intense and graphic, requiring a strong stomach to watch.
In conclusion, "BMF" is a compelling and immersive crime drama that offers a raw and unfiltered look at the rise and fall of the Black Mafia Family. With its strong performances, authentic storytelling, and gripping portrayal of real-life events, the series is a must-watch for fans of crime dramas and those interested in the true stories behind America's criminal underworld.
The series is anchored by strong performances from its cast, with Demetrius "Lil' Meech" Flenory Jr. And Da'Vinchi shining in their roles as Demetrius "Big Meech" Flenory and Terry "Southwest T" Flenory, the brothers who founded the BMF. Their on-screen chemistry and dynamic portrayals bring depth and authenticity to the characters, capturing the struggles, ambitions, and conflicts that defined the Flenory brothers' journey to power and wealth.
"BMF" does an excellent job of exploring the complexities of the drug trade, the allure of quick money and power, and the devastating consequences of a life of crime. The show delves into themes of family, loyalty, and betrayal, painting a nuanced portrait of the individuals who were drawn into the dangerous world of drug trafficking and the choices they made along the way.
The series' production values are top-notch, with attention to detail in the period setting, costumes, and soundtrack that immerse viewers in the world of 1980s Detroit. The show's cinematography and editing create a gritty and atmospheric tone that enhances the tension and drama of the narrative, keeping audiences engaged and invested in the story.
While "BMF" excels in its depiction of the criminal underworld and the personal dynamics of the Flenory brothers, there are moments where the pacing feels uneven, with certain subplots and character arcs receiving more attention than others. Additionally, some viewers may find the show's portrayal of violence and drug-related themes to be intense and graphic, requiring a strong stomach to watch.
In conclusion, "BMF" is a compelling and immersive crime drama that offers a raw and unfiltered look at the rise and fall of the Black Mafia Family. With its strong performances, authentic storytelling, and gripping portrayal of real-life events, the series is a must-watch for fans of crime dramas and those interested in the true stories behind America's criminal underworld.
First season was mildly entertaining,thought forgettable being written with so many stereotypes and tropes and being formulaic.
But 2nd season they doubled down on it. 50cent puts not even a single ounce of creativity or originality into it. Even the scenes, the shots introducing a scene its all the most basic 101 handbook. Like dropping a thing out of grocery bag and as shes trying to pick it up you see a hand reach down to pick it up, Or who the traitors are in the game, again 100% as in every 50cent show and based on generic tropes. Also it is so very budget.
Storywise one thing that is super annoying is how they mention how much they are earning(millions) yet they are broke most of the time. Or if the story needs it, or when Terry goes in business with his dad. How can he have ZERO money when he shouldve been a (multi)milionaire already. Where is all the money they making?
But the thing that bothers the most is the forced problem making or how quickly cops could turn a second in command. Also how the main guy is written is ridiculous, his brother helps him out of a serious serious jam and instead of dropping down to his KNEES and thanking him because it could be a huge deal, he curses him out and then punches him. Who writes this nonsense.
50 had a few pretty quality shows, or at least one, but lately given his shows it seems he has no interest in quality anymore, just low budget and little work invested in creation which is easily solved with formulaic generic writing.
But 2nd season they doubled down on it. 50cent puts not even a single ounce of creativity or originality into it. Even the scenes, the shots introducing a scene its all the most basic 101 handbook. Like dropping a thing out of grocery bag and as shes trying to pick it up you see a hand reach down to pick it up, Or who the traitors are in the game, again 100% as in every 50cent show and based on generic tropes. Also it is so very budget.
Storywise one thing that is super annoying is how they mention how much they are earning(millions) yet they are broke most of the time. Or if the story needs it, or when Terry goes in business with his dad. How can he have ZERO money when he shouldve been a (multi)milionaire already. Where is all the money they making?
But the thing that bothers the most is the forced problem making or how quickly cops could turn a second in command. Also how the main guy is written is ridiculous, his brother helps him out of a serious serious jam and instead of dropping down to his KNEES and thanking him because it could be a huge deal, he curses him out and then punches him. Who writes this nonsense.
50 had a few pretty quality shows, or at least one, but lately given his shows it seems he has no interest in quality anymore, just low budget and little work invested in creation which is easily solved with formulaic generic writing.
I just finished watching the latest season of BMF and while BMF isn't the best gangster show I've ever seen, it's definitely worth watching. People try to compare this to the Power franchise because they're both about building a drug empire and both are created by 50 Cent. Try not to do that because this isn't as good as Power or any of the Power spinoffs. Just watch it for what it is and that's an entertaining show about the true story of BMF and how they became one of the most successful drug empires in the United States of the 80's and 90's because of the Flanery brothers, Big Meech and T. BMF starts small in Detroit and eventually expands across the United States as one of the biggest drug empires. The show also humanizes the brothers and how their once close family started to tear apart.
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- TriviaDemetrius Flenory Jr., who plays Meech Flenory, is the son of the real Demetrius "Meech" Flenory (who produced the show).
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