'Christmas in Compton' DVD review

The music — with hip hop-flavored original songs by Luke Christopher — and the presence of characters named “Pookie” and “Squeaky” both scream “Compton.” However, the film’s message about the importance of community and hard work, and the father-son dynamic between Big Earl and Derrick — Derrick wants to forge his own path, while Big Earl is terrified that his son will fail in a cutthroat business — applies to people well outside Los Angeles County.

Though it definitely has its flaws, it turns out "Christmas in Compton" has a surprisingly universal message.


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