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A Low Down Dirty Shame
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A Low Down Dirty Shame

1994-11-23 · 100 min · ★ 5.7

Comedy · Crime · Action

A black detective becomes embroiled in a web of danger while searching for a fortune in missing drug money. During the course of his investigation, he encounters various old connections, ultimately confronting the criminal responsible for Shame's expulsion from the force. He must also deal with two women, Angela, a beautiful old flame, and Peaches, his energetic but annoying sidekick.

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Directors
Keenen Ivory Wayans
Production companies
Caravan Pictures, Hollywood Pictures
Countries
United States of America
Status
Released
Budget
USD 10,000,000
Revenue
USD 29,392,418

Top Cast

Keenen Ivory WayansKeenen Ivory WayansShame
Charles S. DuttonCharles S. DuttonRothmiller
Jada Pinkett SmithJada Pinkett SmithPeaches
Salli Richardson-WhitfieldSalli Richardson-WhitfieldAngela
Andrew DivoffAndrew DivoffMendoza
Corwin HawkinsCorwin HawkinsWayman
Gary Carlos CervantesGary Carlos CervantesLuis
Gregory SierraGregory SierraCaptain Nunez
Kim WayansKim WayansDiane
Andrew ShaiferAndrew ShaiferBernard
Chris SpencerChris SpencerBenny
Devin DeVasquezDevin DeVasquezMendoza's Girl
John CapodiceJohn CapodiceMob Boss
Craig NgCraig NgChun Yung Fat
Don DiamontDon DiamontChad
Randy HallRandy HallHank
Doug KruseDoug KruseSkinhead Speaker
Michael BofsheverMichael BofsheverMr. Gold
Renee HicksHooker
Robert SchimmelRobert SchimmelThe John

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