Hammerman Ikon

Hammerman Ikon Film Guide

Fresh
1994
***
Director: Boaz Yakin
Cast: Sean Nelson, Giancarlo Esposito, Samuel L. Jackson, N'Bushe Wright

A 12-year-old black kid earns good money as a drug courier, but his life in the tough neighbourhood is becoming increasingly precarious. This is a realistic and watchable coming-of-age tale, although it's inhabited by stock characters from similar stories. The film lets the protagonist off pretty lightly, as he manages to outwit everyone.