okay ... let me begin by saying that i normally would not have gone to see a rapper in a movie. odd circumstances led me to see this movie. eminem..the contoversial, and most of the time, very crass rapper, has the leading role in this film. i was stunned. this was a good movie. an almost "feel good", "you get one shot" kind of movie. it can be very offensive though, i will tell you that much, for sure. i have heard rumblings that eminem may be nominated for an oscar for his acting debut. much to my surprise, there were quite a few folks my age at the theater. i think this was based on some of the decent reviews this film has gotten. besides...if you have kids...they will think you are the coolest ever....if you go see this.