Directed by John Singleton, Poetic Justice became an instant Black classic when it was released in 1993. Not only does the film capture the beauty of summer, but it also features an all-star cast including Janet Jackson, Tupac Shakur, Regina King, and Joe Torry.

Centered around a young, Black woman named Justice played by Jackson, Poetic Justice follows the young woman’s struggle with depression after the loss of her boyfriend to gun violence. To cope with the murder, Justice can be heard reciting her poetry throughout the film. Hoping to cheer her friend up, King invites Justice to join her boyfriend (Torry) and his friend (Shakur) on a road trip from South Central LA to Oakland in a mail truck. Needing to head to Oakland for a hair show but with no transportation, Justice obliges and their adventure begins.

Poetic Justice is a beautiful film that captures the essence of Black culture in the 90s and the magnificence of Summertime on the West Coast. The journey from South Central to Oakland takes viewers through some amazing scenery in California and glimpses of mountain ranges and ocean views can be seen throughout the film. One of the most iconic moments in Poetic Justice is the family reunion scene. A nostalgic moment for viewers, this scene takes you back to that time when life was simpler and when family mattered. Poetic Justice is the West Coast travel film you must have in your collection.

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