Upcoming Hip Hop Movie Club events: Feb 5 - Breakin' screening https://www.steelstacks.org/event/16710/breakin/ HHMC is brought to you by a trio of longtime hip hop fans: JB, an 80s and 90s nostalgia junkie, BooGie, a veteran DJ and graffiti artist, and DynoWright, podcaster and filmmaker. Buy some merch: https://meteorwright.one/shop More events to be announced! Subscribe to our newsletter and get updated on events: https://hiphopmovieclub.substack.com/
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Dashing Through the Snow (encore presentation)
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It's the Holiday Season (again), so hippity hop and hoppity hip, and don't forget to wear your best drip! Yo Yo Yo! Merry Christmas! We have a special holiday treat for the HHMC listeners. Is Dashing Through the Snow Ludacris-ly good? Or just aight? Originally released December 15, 2023 Credits Hip Hop Movie Club is produced by your HHMC's: Boogie,…
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Our biggest year yet at Hip Hop Movie Club!
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New to Hip Hop Movie Club? This video will get you caught up on our biggest year yet! Credits Hip Hop Movie Club is produced by your HHMCs JB, BooGie, and DynoWright. Theme music by BooGie. And remember: Don't hate...appreciate! Our next live event is Wed Feb 5 at SteelStacks in Bethlehem: Breakin' Buy tickets now! Check out our live event schedule…
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Where does "Friday After Next" rank in the Friday movie trilogy?
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"Friday After Next" takes us to Christmas time in South Central LA with Craig (Ice Cube) and Day-Day (Mike Epps), two cousins who just can't catch a break. Their holiday season kicks off with a bang when a ghetto Santa Claus (Rickey Smiley) raids their apartment, stealing their rent money AND their presents. The boys take jobs as security guards at…
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Boyz N the Hood: the sociological and cultural impacts of a classic
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We hosted a panel discussion after our screening of Boyz N the Hood at SteelStacks, featuring Vernard James, Andrew McIntosh, and Ali Akarcesme. (Nandini Sikand was unavailable at the last minute.) On February 5, we will be screening Breakin' at the Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas at SteelStacks. Tickets available at SteelStacks.org Check out our live…
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Do the Right Thing vs. Boyz N the Hood: Which one is more relevant? (Rebroadcast)
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Both are important Hip Hop films, but is one more relevant to today's times than the other? The HHMCs discuss! Our original episode on Do the Right Thing Our original episode on Boyz N the Hood How much are the homes in the Boyz N the Hood 'hood today? (TikTok) Our screening of Boyz n the Hood in 4K is tonight, November 13! Join us at SteelStacks i…
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The Surprising History of Hip Hop at Rider University
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We are joined by Mickey Hess, professor and author of several Hip Hop-related books to talk about the Hip Hop artists that have performed at Rider over the years. Hess himself has brought many of them to campus, including legends like Masta Ace and Rah Digga. More from Mickey Hess On November 13, we will be screening Boyz n the Hood in 4K at the Fr…
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Get your tickets for our Boyz n the Hood screening (in 4K!) and panel discussion on November 13th at SteelStacks.org. Credits Hip Hop Movie Club is produced by your HHMCs JB, BooGie, and DynoWright. Theme music by BooGie. More about Hip Hop Movie Club Check out our live event schedule and more Hip Hop Movie Club on: Facebook Instagram Threads Websi…
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Is Piece By Piece a Masterpiece? We review Pharrell Williams' new LEGO movie!
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A fun and inspirational LEGO® movie about the creativity and career of Pharrell Williams! Topics discussed: 🧱 What better way to tell the story of Pharrell Williams' vivid life than through LEGO bricks? 🤩 He has produced and written so many great songs, you could easily forget just how many! 📈 How Pharrell overcame adversity is a good lesson for al…
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Do press play on "Don't Press Play" - De La Soul on Teen Titans Go!
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De La Soul joins forces with the Teen Titans to save their legendary music from a space monster! Topics discussed: 3️⃣ The episode pays tribute to the legendary De La Soul as a fun and influential hip-hop trio. 🥊 There is a major theme around the group's lengthy battle with Tommy Boy Records for the rights to their own music. 🥚 Multiple Easter eggs…
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The film and TV career of Ice Cube
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In honor of our upcoming screening of Boyz n the Hood in 4K on November 13 at SteelStacks, we are taking a close look at the film and TV career of Ice Cube. Topics discussed: 🎞️ Ice Cube is more versatile as an actor than you might realize. 🎭 Even as his acting career has evolved in surprising ways, he has stayed true and authentic to himself. 🏀 Hi…
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The film and TV career of LL Cool J
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In honor of LL Cool J's new album The FORCE, we profiled The GOAT's film and television career. Topics discussed: 🎞️ He has a more broad TV and film resume than you realize. 🛟 He is too popular with audiences to die, therefore you don't see that in his work. 🎤 He has become an ambassador for hip hop as well as mentor figure in both music and the en…
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Craig G on writing rhymes and coaching actors on 8 Mile
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Today on the show, our interview with the legendary Craig G of the Juice Crew, who had a pivotal role in the making of the Eminem film 8 Mile. We welcomed him to the Hip Hop Movie Club show for a conversation on 8 Mile, his own experiences rapping and battling other MC's, and more. We showed this exclusive video interview of the legendary Craig G o…
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Will B-Rabbit take his one shot - his one opportunity - to seize everything he ever wanted in one moment? You can see for yourself on the big screen at the Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas at SteelStacks in Bethlehem this Thursday Sept 19 at 7:30pm. But wait, there's more: we will have a throwback DJ set from DJ ARM 18, a special performance from the L…
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Did the Pajama Jammie Jam make House Party 2 better than the original?
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Kid is now in college, backed by a scholarship provided by his community, which has rallied around him following the untimely death of Pops. But that scholarship and his status as a student is in jeopardy, can he and Play save the day with a Pajama Jammie Jam?! Topics discussed: 2️⃣ This sequel doesn't reach the bar set by the original, but it did …
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Do the Right Thing vs. Boyz N the Hood: Which one is more relevant?
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Both are important Hip Hop films, but is one more relevant to today's times than the other? The HHMCs discuss! Our original episode on Do the Right Thing Our original episode on Boyz N the Hood How much are the homes in the Boyz N the Hood 'hood today? (TikTok) Come watch 8 Mile with us! Get tickets for our next screening at SteelStacks in Bethlehe…
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House Party live Q&A with the Full Force brothers
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Bowlegged Lou, B-Fine and Paul Anthony, the brothers of the legendary Full Force crew, joined us for a screening of House Party and live talkback at SteelStacks! Watch for stories about how they got involved in the filming, how they made their performances even more memorable, and their outsized impact on the music industry! We thank Bowlegged Lou,…
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Our House Party + Full Force event is Friday!
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Last call to join us on Friday August 16 at 7:30 for the first film in the Hip Hop Movie Club film series at SteelStacks - HOUSE PARTY! We are mad hyped to have FULL FORCE's B-Fine, Bowlegged Lou, and Paul Anthony, the famous bullies from House Party in the house for a special appearance and live Q&A after the screening! Be sure to get there for a …
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Full Force, House Party and Hip Hop Worldwide
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We are mad hyped for our House Party screening event on August 16th, featuring a special appearance by the Full Force brothers B-Fine, Paul Anthony and Bowlegged Lou. Tickets are still available! We also talk about Full Force's impact on the music industry, the spread of hip hop culture – including b-boy events by our brother Jey Prime this weekend…
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Your HHMCs review the classic film "House Party" from 1990 with hip hop duo Kid 'N' Play, Martin Lawrence, Tisha Campbell, Full Force, Robin Harris, John Witherspoon and more! House Party on IMDb Where to Watch: Amazon Prime ($) "Martin" starring Martin Lawrence and Tisha Campbell, 1992-1997 The classic dance battle scene (on YouTube) Dick Gregory …
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Most Hip Hop movies, we're 'bout it 'bout it. But a few...get the gas face. Listen on to hear which three movies we think are the worst. And we know you got opinions, so tell us what you think – write us at hiphopmovieclub@gmail.com! Also check out: Join us on Friday, August 16th for our next live event: House Party screening and live talkback at S…
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How do we define what a Hip Hop movie is? Listen now and find out! Topics discussed: The four major elements of Hip Hop and where you should start watching The spectrum of Hip Hop movies, from the obvious ones at the high end to the low end Must-watch films and under-the-radar ones to check out Social commentary, time capsules, and biopics, galore!…
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No dreams are too small: In The Heights
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The film adaptation of In The Heights from Lin-Manuel Miranda is a joyous spectacle of singing, dancing, and asserting your dignity in small ways. Topics discussed: There are multiple elements of hip-hop culture present in the film - and the rapping is on point. Several Latin cultures are represented, showing the diversity of Washington Heights. Th…
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Is "Next Friday" equally as funny as the original?
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In Next Friday, Debo, the terrifying bully, escaped prison and is out for revenge on Craig. To escape, Craig seeks refuge in the suburbs with his uncle Elroy and cousin Day-Day. However, the 'burbs' are no field day for Craig and Day-Day, as the 'Joker' brothers prove to be worthy foes. In this one, there's slightly less weed, but just as much adve…
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Go back and watch the original Bad Boys!
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With Bad Boys: Ride or Die in theaters now, we went back to watch the original Bad Boys film from 1995. The Bad Boys franchise is now a billion dollar one, but it was fun to go back to before Will Smith became blockbuster box office and Michael Bay truly blew up! Topics discussed: Will Smith and Martin Lawrence have a natural and (very) bankable on…
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Beanie Sigel plays wannabe drug kingpin "Beans" in this 2002 crime film from the Roc-A-Fella conglomerate. Jay-Z and several members of the State Property rap group appear in the film. You either get down or you lay down. Topics discussed: The movie is violent and brutal. There are copious amounts of nudity, and right from the jump. There is no rea…
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Does "Fear of a Black Hat" hold up after all these years?
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Fear of a Black Hat (1993) is a film satirizing some of the biggest hip hop acts of that era. It is replete with parody songs and wild shenanigans. But is it as good as the other classic hip hop parody films CB4 or Don't Be a Menace to Society While Drinking Your Juice in the Hood? Topics discussed: The movie spoofs several of the big name hip hop …
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Today on Hip Hop Movie Club: Set It Off, the 1996 heist movie starring Queen Latifah, Vivica A. Fox, Jada Pinkett, and Kimberly Elise that was groundbreaking – in more ways than one! Topics discussed: This is Queen Latifah's first lead role, and one of the best performances of a rapper turned actor 👑 This film is also an ode to Black women friendsh…
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Skateboarding and Hip Hop: A review of All the Streets Are Silent (2021)
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All the Streets are Silent is a 2021 documentary which details the close connection between the vibrant subcultures of skateboarding and Hip Hop in the late 80s and into the 90s. Along the way, we see some legendary rappers in their early days on the come-up. Topics discussed: Skateboard crews in New York City helped promote and propel the culture …
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Is 1999's The Wood worth watching? (Spoiler alert: Yes!)
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The Wood (1999) is a coming-of-age romantic comedy which tells the tale of Roland getting cold feet on his wedding day and we are invited to a front-row seat to Ro, Slim and Mike's often awkward high school years as they bond in Inglewood, CA. Topics discussed: 🎤 This is on the low end of the range of what we would define as Hip Hop movies, but the…
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Dope (2015) is a gift for the '90s Hip Hop head
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If you're of a certain age (a.k.a. GROWN), then Rick Famuyiwa's 2015 film Dope is definitely for you. And even if you're on the younger tip, this is a great homage to what we consider the Golden Age of Hip Hop music and culture. Topics discussed: This movie's wild, not-for-the-faint-of-heart ride The gold mine of '90s Hip Hop jams Shameik Moore: dy…
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Rebel without a Pause: Chuck D at Northampton Community College
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Today on the show we have Andrew McIntosh (a.k.a. DJ ARM 18) and DJ Cap Cee to tell us what it was like to bring the legendary Chuck D of Public Enemy to Northampton Community College last month. Chuck D spoke for more than two hours and fielded questions from students at NCC's annual Humanities Lecture, organized by Andrew. Your HHMCs were able to…
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May 4, 2024 is the 40th anniversary of the theatrical release of Breakin' - the cult classic breakdance film! Here is an encore presentation of our original episode from 2022. Also check out: Rock the Bells: Oral History of Breakin' Credits Hip Hop Movie Club is produced by your HHMCs JB, BooGie, and DynoWright. Theme music by BooGie. Follow @hipho…
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Set It Off is a groundbreaking film. Here's why.
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Today on Hip Hop Movie Club: Set It Off, the 1996 heist movie starring Queen Latifah, Vivica A. Fox, Jada Pinkett, and Kimberly Elise that was groundbreaking – in more ways than one! Topics discussed: This is Queen Latifah's first lead role, and one of the best performances of a rapper turned actor 👑 This film is also an ode to Black women friendsh…
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Is Do the Right Thing as vital and important as ever? (Rebroadcast)
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Today we present our original 2-part episode on Do The Right Thing, the 1989 classic film by Spike Lee. (Originally released August/September 2022) As you should well know, "Fight the Power" by Public Enemy features prominently in the film, and if you're listening to this in mid-April of 2024, you should know that Chuck D from Public Enemy will be …
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Krush Groovin', Body Movin': Krush Groove screening/live talkback at SteelStacks
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Our live recording after the Krush Groove screening at SteelStacks in Bethlehem PA. Five facts plus trivia questions about the 1985 classic starring Run-DMC, Blair Underwood and a cast of thousands. Topics discussed: 👑 The Brothers Simmons: Russell and Joseph a.k.a. "Run" 🎞️ The real life inspiration for the Krush Groove story: Def Jam Recordings 🎥…
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The far-reaching impact of Run-DMC on Hip Hop and pop culture (Kings from Queens: The Run-DMC Story)
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Today on Hip Hop Movie Club: Kings from Queens: The Run-DMC Story. A new 3-part documentary series on Peacock chronicling the rise and dominance of the Hip Hop powerhouse that we know and love as Run-DMC. We see the origin story, the apex, the struggles, and the undeniable legacy left by this dynamic trio. Topics discussed: This documentary shows w…
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Ahead of our Krush Groove screening/live talkback at SteelStacks in Bethlehem PA on March 27, here is our original episode on the 1985 classic! Free tickets are still available if you go to steelstacks.org. (And join us on April 16 at Northampton Community College, Our original show notes: Your HHMCs review the 1985 film Krush Groove, starring Shei…
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"You got the Juice now!" (Juice screening and live talkback at SteelStacks)
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Our live recording after the Juice screening at SteelStacks in Bethlehem PA. Five facts plus trivia questions about the 1992 classic starring Tupac Shakur and Omar Epps. Topics discussed: 🎞️ Tupac's filmography 🎥 Director Ernest Dickerson's work with Spike Lee 🎭 Cameos of rising hip hop stars in the film 💿 The Juice soundtrack: full of great hip ho…
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Another Word for Paradise (with Serious Rap Sh*t's John Morrison and Josh Leidy)
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What makes India a burgeoning hot spot for hip hop? HHMC is joined by the hosts of the Serious Rap Shit podcast John Morrison and Josh Leidy to find out. John and Josh are the filmmakers behind the "Another Word for Paradise" film - a documentary following Indian American rapper and best-selling author Lush Life on tour in his homeland. Watch Anoth…
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Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse...is it a hip hop movie?
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Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse is an animated superhero film featuring Miles Morales as he becomes the new Spider-Man and joins forces with other Spider-People from various parallel universes to save his universe from the madman Kingpin. Topics discussed: Into the Spider-Verse is a feast for the eyes with some sweet animation. The movie features…
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On Feb. 28, we are back at Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas at SteelStacks in Bethlehem, PA, for a screening of the 1992 classic Juice and a live podcast recording/Q&A/talkback! DJ ARM 18 will be on hand for a special DJ set too. Tickets are free! To get ready for this fantastic evening, here is our original episode on Juice from 2022. The screening an…
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The Underdoggs (with two g's) is the story of Jaycen "Two Js" Jennings (Snoop Dogg), a former NFL superstar wide receiver who is sentenced to community service. He decides to coach a rough-and-tumble ragtag youth football team as a means to regain his popularity and post-playing career opportunities. Topics discussed: Snoop Dogg's likability and hu…
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Why is Wild Style required viewing for hip-hop fans? (With Andrew "DJ ARM 18" McIntosh)
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Hip Hop Movie Club and Andrew "DJ ARM 18" McIntosh discuss last week's magical ArtsQuest event celebrating Wild Style at SteelStacks in Bethlehem PA . It was a blessing to be in the building for this action-packed night that featured: a screening of Wild Style (1982) a panel discussion with director Charlie Ahearn, Grandmaster Caz of the Cold Crush…
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In this episode of Hip Hop Movie Club, we discuss the 2010 rom-com Just Wright, starring Queen Latifah and Common. We explore five key takeaways from the film, including Queen Latifah's talent as a rapper-turned-actor. Also check out: Stuart Scott's cultural prominence Credits: Hip Hop Movie Club is produced by your HHMCs JB, BooGie, and DynoWright…
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Ahead of next week's screening of Wild Style at Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas at SteelStacks in Bethlehem, PA, here is our episode from 2022 on "hip hop's first film". This screening will include a Q&A panel discussion with director Charlie Ahearn, Grandmaster Caz of Cold Crush, and Grandmixer DXT. After the screening, stay for a unique DJ performan…
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Marcus Greer was a quiet kid growing up in Queens facing many challenges including an absentee father and a drug dealing mother, whose life was tragically cut short. Leading the life of drug dealing and violent crime puts Marcus in peril himself and within moments from death. Today on Hip Hop Movie Club: Will Marcus in fact Get Rich or Die Tryin'? …
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A pimp with a song in his heart. Is there any other kind? But can DJay get "Whoop That Trick" onto a demo tape for the world to hear? Today on Hip Hop Movie Club: Hustle & Flow. Topics discussed: Is this story believable? DJay's endearing qualities Intense scenes Favorite characters DJay's rapping style Terrence Howard's career Soundtrack and songs…
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The Watts riots of 1965 lay destruction in its wake. Fast forward to the early 90's, and the urban youth of South Central L.A. are still trying to find their way. Broken homes, gang violence, and the drug game dot the 'hood. Caine Lawson finds himself embroiled in the turmoil, having grown up with little means and the child of a dealer and addict. …
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It's the Holiday Season, so hippity hop and hoppity hip, and don't forget to wear your best drip! Yo Yo Yo! Merry Christmas! We have a special holiday treat for the HHMC listeners and viewers. Is Dashing Through the Snow Ludacris-ly good? Or just aight? Dashing Through The Snow at Disney+ Dashing Through The Snow on IMDB Credits Hip Hop Movie Club …
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Jeff Cole realizes his dream of becoming an undercover cop. Working his way up the ranks is one thing, but he now faces the challenge of his life when called upon to infiltrate and bring down the kingpin known as God! No, not that one, the one played by LL Cool J! In this episode, we'll answer the question: How deep do you need to get in to take do…
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