About Get Rich or Die Tryin'

Get Rich or Die Tryin' is a 2005 American hip-hop biopic crime film starring rapper 50 Cent. It is a semi-autobiographical film, centered around the life of 50 Cent. Marcus (played by 50 Cent) is a quiet young boy who adores his loving mother. After her death, the world of Marcus gets turned around, forcing him into drug dealing. After a deal goes awry, he ended up being shot multiple times and left for dead. His near-death experience influences his decision to leave the drug trade and get into the rap industry, aspiring to become rich legitimately or "die trying".

Making / Production

The film was directed by Jim Sheridan and was produced by Interscope-Shady-Aftermath Films and Paramount Pictures. The screenplay is by Terence Winter, with the story by 50 Cent.

Actors

• 50 Cent as Marcus "Young Caesar": 50 Cent excellently depicts his life's struggles and successes in a realistically brutal and beautiful performance.
• Terrence Howard as Bama: Howard brings heart to this intense and raw supporting character who becomes a mentor to Marcus.
• Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje as Majestic: He effortlessly depicts the villainous character who poses a threat to Marcus on his path to success.
• Joy Bryant as Charlene: Her role as a supportive and caring love interest of Marcus brings a touch of romance to the film.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• This movie was based on a true story of rapper 50 Cent's life.
• Not only did 50 Cent act in this film, but he also worked on the soundtrack.
• Terrence Howard won an Academy Award nomination for his role.

Awards

Although the film did not win any major awards, it received three nominations, including Best Original Song at the 2006 Oscar Awards.

Quotes

• "I'm a gangsta grandpa and I'm proud of it."
• "Everything he needed to know about life he'd learned selling crack."
• "After you're gone, people will remember you for what you stood for."

Music, Soundtrack

• "Hustler's Ambition", performed by 50 Cent
• "Window Shopper", performed by 50 Cent
• "When it Rains it Pours", performed by 50 Cent
• "I'll Whip Ya Head Boy", performed by 50 Cent