5k1 (2010)

With a storyline that is ripped from the headlines, FIVE.K.ONE is the story of a drug cartel infiltrated by a “snitch” and an overzealous leader on a rampage to find out who it is. The title of the film is taken directly from the Federal sentencing guidelines that give lighter sentences to informants even if they have committed a murder.

In FIVE.K.ONE, two friends form a criminal enterprise known as the Self Made Bosses (SMB) and are quickly tied to the world of drugs, money and murder. At the head of the SMB is Tiger, portrayed by national recording artist, Forty Da Great, and Remo, portrayed by Melvin Jackson, Jr., who appeared on the critically acclaimed show, The Wire. The story begins one year prior to the Federal indictment of the SMB when the crew was at the top of their game. As the crew grows and the drama gets deeper in the streets, Remo begins to disconnect himself from the SMB with the desire to focus on family and more legitimate efforts. But, in the streets, getting out is much harder than getting in. Complete with plenty of murder, mayhem, and mystery, FIVE.K.ONE is a cautionary tale about the allure of the street game which promises money and power, but only ends in pain.