“Notorious,” the new film about the life of murdered rapper, Christopher Wallace aka Notorious B.I.G., hits theaters on January 16. Biggie is played by Jamal Woolard, himself a Brooklyn-born, 300+ pound rapper who tried out for the movie at the urging of a friend. Check the New York Times for a good preview article about the making of the film and the actor who portrays the legendary rap star. We can’t wait to see it.