Is Paid in Full Based on a True Story?

Publish date: 2024-04-01

Alpo Martinez, a notorious drug kingpin in and around New York City, was shot and killed on a Harlem street corner yesterday (10/31) morning. The dealer, who was in witness protection for testifying against his associates, was also known for being portrayed in the movie Paid in Full. The 2002 film was loosely based on his life.

Along with Paid in Full, Martinez was profiled in a 2012 episode of the TV series Gangsters: America’s Most Evil. He’s also been mentioned in an array of rap songs like “Memory Lane (Sittin’ In Da Park)” by Nas, and a few by 50 Cent and Jay Z (who produced Paid in Full).

Wondering how much of Martinez’s story went into Paid in Full? Here’s what we know.

Is Paid in Full based on a true story?

Paid in Full is partially based on a true story. The three main characters are based on 1980s Harlem drug dealers Azie “AZ” Faison, Rich Porter, and the late Alpo Martinez. While the story is loosely based on their rise in the drug dealing world, Paid in Full uses fictional characters to tell its story.

What parts of Paid in Full are based on Alpo Martinez’s life?

Since the characters are fictionalized, they aren’t completely based on the trio of drug dealers. But Rico, who is played by rapper Cam’ron, is most likely the character with the story closest to Martinez’s life. Just like Martinez, he ultimately moves to do deals in Washington, D.C. — Martinez also moved to the nation’s capital later in his life.

Where is Paid in Full streaming? How to watch Paid in Full:

Paid in Full is streaming for free on Pluto TV. If you want to watch a play-by-play of Martinez’s rise as a drugdealer, you can hop right over to Pluto TV’s website to watch the movie without paying a penny.

Is there a trailer for Paid in Full?

Yes, and you can scroll up to watch it in the video above.

Where to watch Paid in Full

This post first appeared on Nypost.com

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