BMF (2021)

About BMF

BMF, an acronym for Black Mafia Family, is a crime drama television series that premiered on Starz in 2021. Produced by rapper Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson, the show is inspired by the true story of Demetrius "Big Meech" Flenory and his brother, Terry "Southwest T" Flenory, who emerged from the deadly streets of southwest Detroit in the late 1980's and gave birth to one of the most influential crime families in the country.

Making / Production

The show is produced by Randall Emmett and Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson under G-Unit Film & Television, in association with Starz. The series is shot on location in Atlanta, Georgia and is noted for its gritty, realistic depiction of the criminal underworld.

Actors

• Demetrius Flenory Jr. as Demetrius "Big Meech" Flenory: In his acting debut, Flenory Junior brings an authentic and compelling portrayal of his real-life father.
• Da'Vinchi as Terry "Southwest T" Flenory: Da'Vinchi embodies the strength and determination of the younger Flenory brother.
• Russell Hornsby as Charles Flenory: Hornsby lends depth to the character of the Flenory brothers' conflicted father.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• The series is based on a true story, making it a compelling watch for fans of true crime dramas.
• The real-life Demetrius "Big Meech" Flenory's son plays his father in the series, adding a layer of authenticity to the production.

Quotes

• "Everything we have, we earned and we built from the ground up." - Big Meech
• "In this game, it's either you in, or you out. Ain't no in-between." - Southwest T

Music, Soundtrack

• The score composed by Bear McCreary sets the intense and dangerous atmosphere of the criminal underworld.
• The soundtrack features hip-hop tracks fitting for the time period, and includes songs from artists like Tupac Shakur, Biggie Smalls, and Jeezy.