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In one decision, three hardworking college students -- Will (Wood Harris), Ellis (Russell Hornsby) and Ron (Thomas Braxton Jr.) -- throw away everything they've ever worked for when they slip a date-r...( read more  read more... )ape drug into a freshman's drink. When circumstances quickly get out of hand, they realize the error of their ways, but hope for salvation may be too late. They've hopped aboard a ride they can't jump off, and they're headed for disaster.

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Directed by: Rel Dowdell

Release Date: January 1, 2000

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DVD Release Date: March 15, 2005

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  • February 20, 2008
    What an excellent movie! The story, the writing, the acting and direction were all outstanding. This is a must see movie. I can only imagine what this writer/director can do with a story with sufficient funding... Do yourself a favor and get this movie.
  • February 18, 2008
    I would recommend this movie if you have a child going to college (especially a daughter). Every type of student was portrayed correctly in this movie (the player, leader, follower, shy, innocent and supporter). It would assist your daughter or son what to look for and who to han...( read more)g out with when going to college. This movie was so real and its something that happens all the time at colleges. This is the first time I saw it put in movies so greatly. Sit your child down to watch this movie before they go off for college or while they are still there. This movie should help them to make wiser decisions why they are there.
  • February 17, 2008
    Seeing this movie may make a few young women think before they drink. The movie depicts the anguish and the unforseen hurt that date rape can cause. The movie flows well and the characters are pretty intense. There are a few scenes that make you clinch down on your back teeth as ...( read more)the drama gets intense. The story is also short and to the point. It makes you realize that although people often try to suffer in silence, they may still need our help.
  • December 19, 2006
    bad want to see it again

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  • diegosunshine
    February 17, 2008
    Seeing this movie may make a few young women think before they drink. The movie flows well and the characters are pretty intense. There are a few scenes that make you clinch down on your back teeth as the drama gets intense.

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