STREAM EXCLUSIVE ORIGINALS

'Life is Hot in Cracktown' Trailer

Kerry Washington is taking on her most challenging role to date, a prostitute and pre-op transsexual in the highly anticipated Life Is Hot In Cracktown, which is in theaters June 26th.

By Clay Cane

May 25, 2009 / 1:19 AM

Kerry Washington is taking on her most challenging role to date, a prostitute and pre-op transsexual in the highly anticipated Life Is Hot In Cracktown, which is in theaters June 26th. The film is based on Buddy Giovinazzo's novel Life is Hot in Cracktown and tells four stories of how crack destroyed urban neighborhoods. The movie also includes Evan Ross and RZA from the Wu-Tang Clan.\r
Check out the trailer below!\r

Latest News

Cedric the Entertainer Claps Back at Katt Williams Over Joke-Theft Claims
On the ‘Funny Knowing You’ podcast, Cedric names Katt as the comic who ‘did my joke,’ but said he’s more disappointed the viral callout pitted comics against each other.
12/19/2025
Two Boston Store Owners Charged in Alleged $7M SNAP Trafficking Scheme
Federal prosecutors said the two small shops processed supermarket-level SNAP redemptions, sold donated humanitarian meals, and traded benefits for cash.
12/19/2025
Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg, Dr.Dre, and Monica Pull Up to Make TDE Christmas Special
TDE’s annual Christmas concert brought music, surprise guests, and holiday love to Watts, all while collecting toys for kids in the community.
12/19/2025
Mamba Legacy Lives On: Vanessa Bryant Surprises LSU Women’s Basketball With Exclusive Kobe 5 Protros
Vanessa Bryant continues to champion women’s hoops, gifting the LSU Lady Tigers a stunning three-pack of Nike Kobe 5 Protro PEs.
12/19/2025
Wale Breaks Down Viral Kai Cenat Moment and Why It Hit Harder Than People Realized
The DMV rapper reflects on his awkward BET Awards run-in during ‘Club Shay Shay,’ explaining how a brief exchange turned into a viral debate about respect, recognition, and generational divides in hip-hop.
12/19/2025
Tia Mowry Says There’s No Rift Between Her and Sister Tamera
The actress shuts down long-standing rumors, explaining how life changes and busy schedules have shaped their bond.
12/19/2025

'Life is Hot in Cracktown' Trailer

Latest News

Cedric the Entertainer Claps Back at Katt Williams Over Joke-Theft Claims

Two Boston Store Owners Charged in Alleged $7M SNAP Trafficking Scheme

Kendrick Lamar, Snoop Dogg, Dr.Dre, and Monica Pull Up to Make TDE Christmas Special

Mamba Legacy Lives On: Vanessa Bryant Surprises LSU Women’s Basketball With Exclusive Kobe 5 Protros

Wale Breaks Down Viral Kai Cenat Moment and Why It Hit Harder Than People Realized

Tia Mowry Says There’s No Rift Between Her and Sister Tamera

Subscribe for BET Updates

Provide your email address to receive our newsletter.