i have to agree with jason review and hangin with the homeboy be an excellent and extremely funny film . it be very reminiscent of spike lee early movie in that it have a very personal feel . i notice that in the end credit vasquez appear to send a hout out to friend he grow up with who i assume he have lose contact with . i suspect that vasquez base a number of the character and incident in this film on his neighbourhood pal . the strength of the film be that despite the fact that vasquez deal with some very important issue and he balance everything perfectly with great expertise . this be not just a comedy ( although it be extremely funny ) and it be also a very intelligent and think provoke film and it be clear that vasquez would have have a bright future . the acting be excellent and despite this be a loud and brash film at time and there be some very subtle moment that will result in you remember moment from this film week later . this film deserve to be see and enjoy by more people .