A documentary on the evolution of MC battles from verbal one-upmanship to street warfare.
Directed by Peter Spirer
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On the evening of Sept. 7, 1996, Mike Tyson, the WBC heavyweight champion, attempted to take Bruce Seldon’s WBA title at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. At this point in his career, Tyson’s fights had become somewhat of a cultural phenomenon, where the ever present hype of the professional boxing scene would come face to face with the worlds of big business, Hollywood, and hip hop. Sitting ringside was controversial rapper Tupac Shakur. Shakur and Tyson were friends, a feeling of kinship linked them as each rose to stardom from poverty only to be thrown in prison. Following Tyson’s victory, Shakur and “Iron Mike” were to celebrate at an after party, but the rap star never arrived. Shakur was brutally gunned down later that night, and the scene in Las Vegas quickly turned from would-be celebratory revelry to ill fated and inopportune tragedy.
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In 1982, the Raiders and owner Al Davis captivated black and Latino fans with swagger and charisma that matched the rapidly changing city.
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At just twenty years old, the rapper has already gone through several identities. As a child, he dreamed of becoming famous. Today, he sells out stadiums. But living with ADHD and achieving success at such a young age has begun to take its toll. Pogány Induló struggles with panic attacks and physical collapses, suppressing his condition through drug use and alcohol consumption. With the recent passage of a Hungarian law criminalizing drug possession and the promotion of drug use, he has also become a political target and finds himself living on the edge of the law. A dynamic montage of images, memories, and thoughts mirrors the rapper’s chaotic mental state, underscoring the dark side of fame at such a young age, as well as the loss—and ongoing search—of one’s identity
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Straight From The Streets is a unique mosaic of inner city culture and politics that goes where no other film has dared!
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The four primary members of Hellfyre have let the veil down and show you a different side of themselves in this WC Tank-directed film of their 2014 tour. In it, you get to witness the random spurts of inspirado that spawn the irreverence of their most pointed lines as well as the casual reality of the indie grind from the vantage point of some rap savants. North America is blurrred into some stuborn cultural imperative that Hellfyre must humor themselves through. Mike Eagle, Nocando, milo and Busdriver star.
2015
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This ambitious documentary turns up the volume on long-silent voices lurking beneath the surface of the Latin hip-hop underground, revealing the origins of a genre that still has to fight to be heard. Highlights include a behind-the-scenes look at the artists' creative process, plus candid interviews with stars who share stories about making it in the business -- from Mellow Man Ace and Capone to Delinquent Habits and Psycho Realm.
7.72003
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THEY DANCED. The documentary is about women and men who danced and helped make a lot of Rappers and Singers performance presentations exciting and unforgettable.
2018
Music · Documentary
Hip hop started on a small block in the Bronx but today it's a global phenomenon. This brand new special, hosted by Lenny S., takes us on an international journey with today's biggest hip hop artists as they find musical inspiration in cities around the world. The special features an inspiring trip to Jamaica for a behind the scenes look at the making of DJ Khaled's music video for “These Street Know My Name.”
2024
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A hip hop tour as never seen before in the Netherlands. 11 shows throughout the entire country in the most beautiful theaters and music venues. Sold out in less then a day. On March 18 this year, Lil ’Kleine gave his biggest show ever in AFAS Live Amsterdam. Lil' Kleine – Alleen Tour follows the artist during the preparations for the show. In addition to a concert registration, the film also contains unique, never before seen backstage recordings.
6.02018
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Spike Lee pays tribute to Michael Jackson's Bad on the twenty-fifth anniversary of the epochal album, offering behind-the-scenes footage of Jackson recording the album and interviews with confidants, musicians, choreographers, and such music-world superstars as Kanye West, Sheryl Crow, Cee Lo Green and Mariah Carey.
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A celebration of the legendary band that revolutionized pop music, and the iconic, harmonious sound they created that personified the California dream, captivating fans for generations and generations to come.
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After years in the limelight, Selena Gomez achieves unimaginable stardom. But just as she reaches a new peak, an unexpected turn pulls her into darkness. This uniquely raw and intimate documentary spans her six-year journey into a new light.
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Featuring never before seen footage uncovered from the archives and interviews with Paul McCartney, Tommy Lee and others, God Bless Ozzy Osbourne is the first documentary to take viewers inside the complex mind of rock's great icon.
7.92011
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A backstage and on-stage look at Justin Bieber during his rise to super stardom.
6.92013
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This documentary captures Elvis Presley on his 1972 American tour and includes rehearsals, interviews, archival television appearances and backstage moments. With Elvis at his most flamboyant, the film features well-known hits and cover songs showcasing his country, gospel and rhythm-and-blues influences.
7.51972
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Documentary about the arena-packing Swedish DJ, chronicling his explosive rise to fame and surprising decision to retire from live performances in 2016.
8.02017
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This ifilm is a new documentary that explores the controversial use of marijuana and the evolution of mainstream society. From a dangerous narcotic, listed as a Schedule 1 Drug substance since the 1970s, to the rush to decriminalize it today. What has changed and why? What will the cannabis industry look like in five years? Will it retain its integrity as a homegrown industry or be co-opted by Big Business? Experts, growers, celebrities and politicians weigh in on the future of Cannabusiness
7.52017
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Follows a day in the life of two men living at either end of the music game. A successful rapper, A-Maze, is dealing with the pitfalls and trappings of his success and facing new challenges in the music business to get a check while the other, Young Eastie, is a young man struggling in a harsh world that is threatening to destroy him.
4.72009
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Documentary examining the politics, music, and life of Tupac Shakur.
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Beef II (released on DVD in August 2004) is a sequel to the 2003 documentary Beef, which continued to document the history of rivalries in hip-hop and rap music. Like its prequel, the film was executive produced by Quincy Jones III (QD3), written by Peter Alton and Peter Spirer (who also directed), and was this time narrated by actor Keith David.
7.02004
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A study in the world of hip-hop, done mostly with interviews, in order to see why it is as popular as it is today and what the future holds.
7.21997
Documentary
On the evening of Sept. 7, 1996, Mike Tyson, the WBC heavyweight champion, attempted to take Bruce Seldon’s WBA title at the MGM Grand in Las Vegas. At this point in his career, Tyson’s fights had become somewhat of a cultural phenomenon, where the ever present hype of the professional boxing scene would come face to face with the worlds of big business, Hollywood, and hip hop. Sitting ringside was controversial rapper Tupac Shakur. Shakur and Tyson were friends, a feeling of kinship linked them as each rose to stardom from poverty only to be thrown in prison. Following Tyson’s victory, Shakur and “Iron Mike” were to celebrate at an after party, but the rap star never arrived. Shakur was brutally gunned down later that night, and the scene in Las Vegas quickly turned from would-be celebratory revelry to ill fated and inopportune tragedy.
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