We have these rules, the 'hero rules.' Like, a hero doesn't slouch. A hero walks proudly with his head up. A hero walks with a purpose. A hero's always a gentleman.

 . Career
Singleton's 1991 film debut Boyz n the Hood received Academy Award nods for Best Screenplay and Director. Press of Mississippi.

John Daniel Singleton (born January 6 1968) is an American film director screenwriter and producer. He branched out into mainstream territory with the blockbusters 2 Fast 2 Furious and Four Brothers.