Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap
The craft. The history. The power. Debuting co-director Ice-T frames the world of rap as only he can in this compelling and gritty documentary that explores and pays tribute to this original American art form. 'Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap' focuses on defining the power and evolution of the hip-hop movement, surveying the last 30 years of the lively, controversial, and sometimes hard-hitting music. Includes revealing interviews with Afrika Bambaataa, Eminem, Nas, Mos Def, Kanye West, Chuck D, KRS-One, Snoop Dogg, Run-DMC Ice Cube, and others.
Year: 2012
Genre: Documentaries, Music Capsule, General Docos
Country: USA, UK
Director: Ice-T , Andy Baybutt
Duration: 106 Minutes
Rating: M - Drug use and offensive language
7.2/10
Location in store: Music Capsule
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