50 CENT TAKING DIRECTORIAL DEBUT ON TOUR: 'Before I Self Destruct' film to visit 10 cities ahead of Nov. 23 release.

       The 90-minute film – written, directed and starring the artist, born Curtis Jackson – is described as a coming of age story about an inner city youth raised by a hardworking single mother. When his dream of becoming a basketball player fails to materialize after his mother is tragically gunned down, Clarence (played by 50) is consumed by revenge and takes up a life of crime in order to support his younger brother.      

       Fans can log on to www.movietickets.com/50 to download screening tickets while supplies last. Each single pass admits two people, however, admission is not guaranteed. The film is rated R.       

       Below are screening dates and locations for "Before I Self Destruct":

     Date     Market
    2-Nov    Boston
    3-Nov    Philadelphia
    4-Nov    DC
    5-Nov    NYC
    7-Nov    Atlanta
    9-Nov    Chicago
    10-Nov   San Francisco
    11-Nov   Los Angeles
    12-Nov   Houston
    13-Nov   Dallas