Cynthia Campbell

Boyz n the Hood- A Sociological Film Examination Hello, I’m Cynthia Campbell. For my sociological film examination, I chose Boyz n the Hood, directed by John Singleton in 1991. This film stands out because it powerfully depicts how race, social class, and community environments influence the lives of youth in South-Central Los Angeles. Singleton sheds light on ongoing social challenges such as poverty, violence and systemic racism. The narrative centers on three young men: Tre Styles, Doughboy,