Directed by , the film features a notable ensemble cast that contributed to its offbeat charm:
: Helped write the original screenplay (then titled Suckos ) and recounts scaring Jamie Kennedy with a wig and knife during production. Themes and Satire Malibu's Most Wanted
: It highlights the absurdity of individuals adopting "street" personas for entertainment without experiencing the actual struggles of the communities they imitate. Directed by , the film features a notable
: Plays Shondra, B-Rad's love interest who sees through the charade. Blair Underwood : Plays Bill Gluckman's campaign manager. Blair Underwood : Plays Bill Gluckman's campaign manager
: Developed the "B-Rad" character originally for his sketch show, The Jamie Kennedy Experiment .
While primarily a slapstick comedy, the film is often cited for its sharp satire on:
The story follows , the wealthy, white son of a California gubernatorial candidate, Bill Gluckman (played by Ryan O'Neal). Despite his privileged upbringing in Malibu, B-Rad is convinced he is a "hardcore" rapper from the streets. Concerned that his son's antics will ruin his political campaign, Bill hires two out-of-work actors, Sean ( Taye Diggs ) and PJ ( Anthony Anderson ), to "kidnap" B-Rad and take him to South Central Los Angeles to scare him into being "white" again. Cast and Creative Team