Two Words: Larenz Tate! The name alone is enough to get people’s attention, but there’s so much more to this man than just a pretty face. Larenz Tate is an accomplished actor who has been in the business for over two decades. He has starred in movies across all genres, from comedies to dramas to action movies. No matter the character, Larenz Tate always shows up and shows OUT! In honor of this actor extraordinaire, we’ve put together a list of the top 10 movies with Larenz Tate that you need to see. So, get comfortable, grab some popcorn, and enjoy!
Why Do Fools Fall In Love
Why Do Fools Fall In Love is a 1998 film that tells the story of three women who were all married to the same man, singer Frankie Lymon (Larenz Tate). The film follows each of the women as they recount their time with Lymon and how his demise affected their lives.
White Water
White Water is the story of a black child who becomes obsessed with drinking from a “whites only” drinking fountain. When Michael’s mother, Annie, and father, Terrance (Larenze Tate), learn of Michael’s obsession with tasting the “white water,” they try to stop him from doing this risky adventure. ButMichael’s determination cannot be stopped.
Dead Presidents
Soldier Anthony Curtis (Larenz Tate) comes home from Vietnam. He, his friends, and their families have a hard time finding work. Desperation sets in, and Anthony joins Skip, a drug addict, and Kirby, a small-time crook to commit a bank robbery.
Waist Deep
Waist Deep is about an ex-con who is trying to turn his life around. He’s just about to get his life back on track when his car is hijacked with his son in the backseat. With the help of a criminal mastermind, he sets out to rescue his son and take down the men who took him.
Love Come Down
This story follows two brothers in their early 20s who have to support each other. One brother is a comedian unsuccessfully trying to make it, while the other gets both pain and pleasure from boxing.
Menace II Society
After being raised in the projects, Caine Lawson wants a way out at. However, many of the people around him are stuck in lives of crime and violence. With help from his teacher and supportive girlfriend, Caine plans to leave the city forever. However, he realizes that it won’t be an easy escape after a series of tragic events transpire.
Love Jones
Nina Mosley is a beautiful and intelligent photographer. She meets Darius Lovehall (Larenz Tate) a poet. The two quickly hit it off and begin dating. However, as their relationship grows, they begin to realize that they have different outlooks on life.
A Man Apart
In A Man Apart, Vin Diesel stars as Sean Vetter, a DEA agent on a mission to take down a drug lord named Memo Lucero. Vetter’s wife is killed in a botched hit ordered by Lucero, and Vetter is determined to get revenge. With the help of his partner, played by Larenz Tate, Vetter sets out to take down Lucero’s drug empire. A Man Apart is an action-packed crime thriller that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
The Inkwell
The Inkwell is a 1994 coming-of-age film set in the summer of 1976. It follows the story of Drew, who is sent to spend the summer with his family on Martha’s Vineyard. While there, he falls for two women.
So, there you have it! The top 10 Larenz Tate movies that you need to see. From comedies to dramas to action movies, there’s something for everyone on this list. So, what are you waiting for? Go watch some movies!
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