italian Neorealism

both the Brick and do the right thing have some of  this elements.  some of them are similar to one another  but In do the right thing Characters tend to be more complex or ambiguous and  Downplays narrative drama in favor of undramatic present then in BRICK.

-A little history goes a long way toward understanding Italian neo-realism.
-Aside from the political realities, it's worth remembering that Italy was still in the first stages of a huge transition from agriculture to manufacturing.
-Key elements are an emphasis on real lives (close to but not quite documentary style), an entirely or largely non-professional cast, and a focus on collectivity rather than the individual.

it inspired them by not using well known actors and to use the reality of how the world is. To show the poor parts of the world not only the riches.