Noted hip-hop producer DJ Pooh, who co-wrote the urban comedy Friday, makes his directorial debut with this comedy-drama. A young African-American man is enjoying his freedom after his second stretch in prison. Under the three strikes and youre out law, another brush with the police could mean life behind bars, so hes determined to stay out of trouble. He quickly learns, however, that trouble has a way of finding him, no matter where he goes. DJ Pooh also stars in 3 Strikes, alongside NBushe Wright and Brian Hooks. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide