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Publisher
Universal Studios Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Formats
Description
In 1987, five young men, using brutally honest rhymes and hardcore beats, put their frustration and anger about life in the most dangerous place in America into the most powerful weapon they had: their music. Taking viewers back to where it all began, the film tells the true story of how these cultural rebels-armed only with their lyrics, swagger, bravado and raw talent-stood up to the authorities that meant to keep them down and formed the world's...
Publisher
A & E Television Networks
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
The eight-part docuseries delves into the compelling, inspiring stories of some of hip-hop's most celebrated and groundbreaking artists in their own words. Narrated by renowned rapper Nas and featuring never-before-seen archival footage and interviews with family, friends, and collaborators, the hour-long episodes chronicle the rise of eight culture-defining hip-hop legends across multiple generations and styles, including Busta Rhymes, Eve, Fat Joe,...
3) Notorious
Publisher
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
2009
Language
English
Description
Chronicles the life of Brooklyn rapper Chris Wallace (a.k.a. Biggie Smalls, a.k.a. Notorious B.I.G.) who was killed in a drive-by shooting at age twenty-four.
Publisher
Lionsgate
Language
English
Formats
Description
When struggling rapper Coco (Azealia Banks) enrolls in a poetry class, she thinks her rhymes will impress her teacher, Professor Dixon (Jill Scott). Instead, Dixon challenges Coco to seek real meaning in her lyrics, setting her on a journey of discovery that takes her through rap clubs and poetry slams, leading her to find her true voice — and true love — in this uplifting movie costarring Lucien Laviscount and Common.
Publisher
Summit Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Formats
Description
Chronicles the life and legacy of Tupac Shakur, including his rise to superstardom as a hip-hop artist, actor, poet and activist, as well as his imprisonment and prolific, controversial time at Death Row Records. Against insurmountable odds, Shakur rose to become a cultural icon whose career and persona both continue to grow long after his passing.
Publisher
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2015]
Language
English
Formats
Description
After musical mogul Lucious Lyon is diagnosed with a potentially fatal disease, he must choose which of his three sons with succeed him at the legendary Empire entertainment company. The game changes when ex-wife Cookie returns from prison. This groundbreaking series features a pulsating soundtrack from legendary music hit maker Timbaland.
Publisher
Paramount Pictures
Pub. Date
[2006]
Language
English
Description
Rapper DJay, who dreams of becoming the next big rap superstar, works all the angles to get his first record made. He even has the help from assorted people in his Memphis 'hood. When he hears that rap superstar Skinny Black is heading to his area, DJay decides to throw together a supreme hustle to grab Skinny's attention.
Publisher
Universal Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Formats
Description
Chronicling the unlikely partnership between Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine, this revealing, compelling and often gritty story takes place in recording studios, humble homes and massive mansions, in criminal courts and in the highest corridors of corporate power. Featuring interviews with those who worked closely with Jimmy and Dr. Dre, including Bono, David Geffen, and more, this docu-series showcases how the two men rose to prominence in the '80s and...
10) 8 mile
Publisher
Universal
Pub. Date
[2003], c2002
Language
English
Description
Jimmy, known to his friends as Rabbit, is a young man trying to make his way out of the burned-out shell of inner-city Detroit. Rabbit is a white kid trying to make music in a predominantly African-American community and culture. After Rabbit freezes up in the midst of an MC battle, he's convinced he's missed his chance and that he's doomed to lead a marginal life as a factory rat for the rest of his days. With the help of his friends, and his new...
Publisher
Image Entertainment
Pub. Date
2004
Language
English
Description
Watch Hip Hop history as well as its future revealed through interviews with the most recognizable names in the culture. Rap artists, pioneers of graffiti and tastemakers in the world of fashion, television and film lent their energy to this creation.
Publisher
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2016]
Language
English
Description
Three months have passed since Lucious Lyon's shocking arrest. Now, released from prison, he and Cookie enter a hostile competition to dominate the music industry. Despite an ongoing feud between their sons Jamal and Hakeem, a stunning betrayal may unite the family against an outside takeover of Empire Records. Meanwhile, Cookie learns a frightening truth about her new lover, and tragedy tests Andre's newfound faith.
13) Patti Cake$
Publisher
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2017]
Language
English
Description
Female rapper Patti Cake$ takes advantage of every opportunity in her New Jersey hometown as she chases her dreams of music stardom.
Publisher
Paramount
Pub. Date
[2004], c2003
Language
English
Description
This documentary uses voice-overs, interviews, and actual tracks recorded by Tupac himself. The film explores his life, music, and his death from fatal gunshot wounds in 1996. Includes rare footage, home movies, private photographs, and excerpts from his personal poetry, journals, and letters. During the making of the film, MTV reached out to his fan base by requesting submissions of Tupac memorabilia to be used in the film.
15) Feel the noise
Publisher
Sony Pictures Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
2008
Language
English
Description
When a young man encounters trouble, he leaves his South Bronx home to stay with his estranged father in Puerto Rico, where he discovers a brother and a future in music.
Publisher
20th Century Fox
Pub. Date
[2019]
Language
English
Description
Two cousins work through the Atlanta music scene to better their lives and the lives of their families. Earn Marks is a young manager trying to get his cousin's career off the ground. Alfred is a new hot rapper trying to understand the line between real life and street life. Darius is Alfred's right-hand man and visionary. Van is Earns best friend and the mother of Earn's daughter.
Publisher
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment LLC
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
Breakin': Shabba-Doo and The Shrimp are combing L.A. for a girl partner. Kelly, "Special K, " is a jazz dancer and she knows how to strut, but her career is going nowhere. So the three team up and turn on the ignition, setting their sights on a big-time audition.
Breakin' 2: Three break dancers are up against a greedy real estate developer who wants to tear down "Miracles, " an East L.A. hangout where locals lock, pop and break dance.
Beat Street:...
19) Uncle P
Publisher
New Line Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
When P. Miller, a hip hop superstar, moves to the suburbs to watch his sister's three kids, life won't ever be the same again. Between birthdays, bedtime stories and trips to Fun World, the kids' lives go from ho-hum to super fun and Uncle P learns that hanging with these kids is a lot cooler than he thought.
20) Mogul mowgli
Publisher
Strand Releasing Home Entertainment
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
A British-Pakistani rapper on the cusp of his first world tour, is struck down by an illness that forces him to face his past, his family, and the uncertainty of his legacy.