Get Rich or Die Tryin' (film) Get Rich or Die Tryin' (film) Get Rich or Die Tryin is a 2005 American biopic crime film starring 50 Cent, in his feature film acting debut. It was released on November 9, 2005, and was known as Locked and Loaded during production. Similar to the 2002 Eminem film "8 Mile", which it used as a template, the film is loosely based on Cent's own life and was directed by Jim Sheridan. The name of the film is shared with 50 Cent's 2003 debut album of the same name. After Marcus and his friends rob a Colombian safe house, Marcus
Chance (2002 film) Chance (2002 film) Chance is a 2002 film, the directing debut of actress Amber Benson (best known from her role as Tara Maclay on "Buffy the Vampire Slayer"). Benson directed, wrote, produced and starred in this film. Many of Benson's co-stars from "Buffy", including co-star James Marsters (Spike), appeared in the film. It was estimated to cost $25,000. As documented on "Chance"'s official site, the cost of making the film ended up being more than triple the estimate. Though Benson originally thought that she would foot the bill herself, she decided to ask fans for support. Signed photos of Benson