Fan Casting Terror Squad: Lean Back – The Untold Story of Bronx Legends

Dive into the electrifying rise, tragic losses, and enduring legacy of Terror Squad, the Bronx-based hip-hop collective that changed the game. "Terror Squad: Lean Back" chronicles their journey from the gritty streets of New York City to the glitzy heights of music stardom. Led by the indomitable Fat Joe, the collective faced overwhelming odds, fueled by raw talent and unshakable loyalty. The story begins in the late 1990s, as Fat Joe assembles a crew of lyrical heavyweights, including the prodigious Big Pun, whose meteoric rise and tragic death in 2000 leave a lasting impact on the group. The film explores the fallout of Big Pun’s passing, the tensions that led Cuban Link and Triple Seis to exit, and the infusion of new energy with the arrival of Remy Martin (Remy Ma) and Tony Sunshine. Against a backdrop of personal struggles, shifting group dynamics, and the ever-evolving music industry, the squad finds redemption with their chart-topping anthem "Lean Back," cementing their status as hip-hop icons. The film celebrates their contributions to Latinx representation in hip-hop and their unwavering Bronx pride while peeling back the curtain on the struggles and sacrifices that came with success.