Gangsta King: Raymond Ice Washington (2003)

Synopsis: Robert Stack hosts this incisive look at Raymond Lee Washington, the man behind the infamous Los Angeles gang, the Crips. Following the social turmoil of the 1960's, several socially and... Robert Stack hosts this incisive look at Raymond Lee Washington, the man behind the infamous Los Angeles gang, the Crips. Following the social turmoil of the 1960's, several socially and politically active clubs for young African-Americans sprung up in L.A. Following the dissolution of these groups, Washington was inspired to create his own group, built on similar ideals--the result was a wave of violence and clashes with rival gangs. Original Crips member Gregg "Batman" Davis is interviewed in this look at a world rarely seen by outsiders. [More]