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The 1979 documentary "80 Blocks from Tiffany's" is a fascinating slice-of-life look at two South Bronx gangs, the Savage Skulls and the Savage Nomads. Although this isn't the most hip hop film we've ever discussed, there are some interesting tidbits about the conditions from which hip hop emerged.
Topics discussed:There isn't much plot line or narrative, but the glimpses of how these gangs operated are entertainingWe enjoyed the scenes with local resident Joan ButlerThere are a few examples of hip hop elements - can you spot them?If you do watch this film, watch Rubble Kings after
Also check out:Our episode on Rubble Kings
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Ever wonder how hip-hop was actually born? "Rubble Kings" takes us back to the 1970s South Bronx, a neighborhood abandoned by the city and ruled by more than 100 street gangs engaged in all-out turf wars. After the shocking murder of peace counselor Black Benji in 1971, something remarkable happened—rival gang leaders met at the historic Hoe Avenue Peace Meeting and decided to put down their weapons.
What followed was amazing: former enemies started throwing block parties instead of punches, and from those streets of transformation came the beats, rhymes, and moves we now call hip-hop. Through incredible archival footage and stories told by the gang members themselves, we witness how creativity flourished in the most unlikely place.
Topics discussed:☠️ A Product of the Environment: The 1970s South Bronx, plagued by urban decay and government abandonment, had over 100 street gangs with approximately 11,000 members who controlled nearly every neighborhood 🎥 Cinematic Influence: The real-life Bronx gangs documented in "Rubble Kings" directly inspired films like "The Warriors" ☮️ The Hoe Avenue Peace Meeting: A historic 1971 gang peace treaty following Black Benji's murder transformed street battles into block parties 🎤 Origins of Hip-Hop: The violent gang culture of 1970s South Bronx created the breeding ground for hip-hop's birth 4️⃣ The Four Elements Connection: When territorial violence subsided, gang energy evolved into the four elements of hip-hop: DJing, MCing, breaking, and graffiti
Also check out:Power-Fuerza, the Ghetto Brothers' 1972 album
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In honor of the ongoing NBA playoffs, here's an encore presentation of our original episode on Just Wright, starring Queen Latifah and Common.
Topics discussed:Queen Latifah displays why she is on our Mount Rushmore of hip-hop star turned actors Common shows that he is a solid actor The basketball scenes are just midThe plot is quite formulaic and predictable, but hey, it's a rom-com! There are a couple actresses whose skills and experience are underutilized: Pam Grier and Phylicia Rashad.
Also check out:A tribute to Stuart Scott
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Check us out:Join us on May 28 at 6pm at the Lower Macungie Library for a WE WANT THE FUNK screening and discussion by us. Register now!
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In honor of BooGie's birthday on May 10, we're re-releasing our episode on DOPE, one of his personal favorites!
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 rideThe gold mine of '90s Hip Hop jamsShameik Moore: dynamic leading manRick Famuyiwa gifts us a tribute to Hip Hop culture, as he did with Brown Sugar.A powerful social message about stereotyping based on socioeconomic status
Also check out:Our episode on Brown Sugar
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In honor of the NBA playoffs, here is an encore presentation of our original episode on the 1994 classic Above the Rim, starring Tupac Shakur, Duane Martin, Marlon Wayans, and Leon.
Also check out:The film's screenwriter, Barry Michael Cooper, passed away in January at the age of 66.
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Check us out:Our next live event is on May 28: a screening of We Want the Funk, the new PBS documentary, plus panel discussion by us at the Lower Macungie Library. Free to attend, register now at the LML website. Shout out to PBS39 for their support of the event.
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Welcome to an encore presentation of our original review of Hustle & Flow, starring Terrence Howard, Ludacris, and Taraji P. Henson.
If you're in the Lehigh Valley, come to our 4K screening of this cult classic at SteelStacks in Bethlehem on April 24th. Tickets at steelstacks.org or get 'em at the door. Special throwback set by DJ Mike Nyce! See you there.
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In Episode 4 of "Wu-Tang Clan: Of Mics and Men," we see the group reflecting on 25 years together in the hip-hop game, as well as conflicts over finances and family dynamics.
Topics discussed:Reflection: The crew reflects on 25 years together. Financial disputes: The profits from the crew's solo albums caused strains in trust among members, as well as the dominance of the Wu-Tang Clan as a collective. Once Upon a Time in Shaolin: A unique marketing ploy in which RZA enabled Cilvaringz to produce a single copy of a secret, unreleased album caused great controversy. Life is short: We see a theme of appreciating the blessings that life has afforded the Wu-Tang Clan. Family: Through the entire journey, the Wu-Tang clan has been a family and support system for one another.
Also check out:Part 1
Part 2
Part 3
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CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussion of sexual violence.
On the occasion of the lecture by Dr. Yusef Salaam of The Exonerated Five at Northampton Community College's Annual Humanities Keynote on April 15, we reviewed The Central Park Five, the 2012 documentary by Ken Burns, David McMahon, and Sarah Burns.
Also check out:Conviction and exoneration (PBS)
Is "Do the Right Thing" as vital and important as ever?
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In Episode 3 of "Of Mics and Men," we see the Wu-Tang Clan reach international fame and glory, but also turbulence as solo aspirations conflict with those of the collective, and we see the untimely passing of Old Dirty Bastard.
Topics discussed:The TakeoverThe BlissThe TurbulenceThe SchismThe Tragedy
Also check out:Our live show and conversation with Rider University professor Mickey Hess, co-author of a biography of Ol' Dirty Bastard.
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The Wu-Tang Clan rose to fame on their own terms. We'll answer the question: How did they do it?
Episode 2 of "Wu-Tang Clan: Of Mics and Men" chronicles the group's meteoric rise following the release of "Enter the Wu-Tang (36 Chambers)." It also highlights the RZA's revolutionary business model allowing members to pursue solo deals while maintaining the collective, which would lead to breakthrough albums from Method Man, ODB, and more.
Topics discussed:RZA and the Wu-Tang StyleWu-Tang's revolutionary business modelThe breakthroughThe management teamWu-Tang's uniqueness and cultural impact
Also check out:Our review of Episode 1 of Wu-Tang Clan: Of Mics and Men
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In honor of the upcoming Final Tour by the Wu-Tang Clan, we are discussing their origin story as seen in episode 1 of the 2019 documentary series Wu-Tang Clan: Of Mics and Men.
Robert Diggs (RZA) and the other members of the Wu-Tang Clan are introduced as survivors of difficult circumstances who found solace in hip-hop, kung fu cinema, and the Five Percent Nation.
Topics discussed:The economic conditions and racial tensions in Staten Island Family ties and bonds forged in Park Hill The Five Percent Nation's teachingsRZA almost going to jail for 8 yearsKung fu and the martial arts aesthetic
Also check out:Our episodes on Nas: Time Is Illmatic and Beats, Rhymes, and Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest
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If you watched Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl Halftime Show performance, you saw a diss track in action. We answer the question: What are some of the most memorable diss tracks and rap battles on film?
Topics discussed:"South Bronx" and "The Bridge Is Over"LL Cool J vs. Kool Moe DeeRoxanne Shanté vs. UTFO and Roxanne vs. KRS-OneBiggie "Who Shot Ya?" vs. 2Pac "Hit 'Em Up"Nas vs. Jay-Z50 Cent vs. Ja RuleIce Cube "No Vaseline" vs. Eazy-E3rd Bass "Pop Goes the Weasel" vs. Vanilla Ice2 Live Crew "Martinez" vs. Bob MartinezEminem vs. EverybodyB-Rabbit vs. Papa Doc in 8 MileAdam vs. everyone in BodiedDJay vs. Skinny Black in Hustle & FlowOn the Come Up
Also check out:Our episodes on 8 Mile, our interview with Craig G on coaching the on-screen rappers in 8 Mile, Bodied, Hustle & Flow, On the Come Up, Wild Style, and Notorious.
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We're big, big fans of A Tribe Called Quest. So just how impactful were they?
Released in 2011 and directed by Michael Rapaport, "Beats, Rhymes and Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest" chronicles the influential hip-hop group's journey from their formation in Queens to their rise to prominence and eventual breakup.
Topics discussed:💡 The Power of Innovation in Hip-Hop
🤔 The Complexity of Interpersonal Dynamics
🍫 Phife Dawg’s Battle with Diabetes
🔮 Legacy and Influence on Future Generations
🎵 The Impact of Hip-Hop as a Cultural Movement
Also check out:Playlist interview with director Michael Rapaport
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In honor of DynoWright's birthday this week and coming off seeing Nas: Time Is Illmatic on the big screen at the Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville, PA last week, here is a rebroadcast of our original episode on Belly.
The 1998 Hype Williams feature film directorial debut starred Nas and DMX.
Original show notes:Your HHMCs review the 1998 film Belly, starring DMX, Nas, Taral Hicks, T-Boz, and Method Man. We'll answer the question: "Will Tommy and Sincere find their higher calling - or will they remain in the underbelly of crime?"
Belly on IMDb
Where to Watch: Freevee/Amazon Prime
The 20 best Hype Williams-directed videos (Billboard)
The opening scene (YouTube)
"Murder She Wrote" by Chaka Demus & Pliers (YouTube)
Cutty Ranks (Spotify)
DynoWright's new podcast - Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture
Frank Vincent (IMDB)
AZ (Wikipedia)
Taral Hicks "Silly" (YouTube)
Louie Rankin "the Original Don Dada" (IMDB)
"Gummo" trailer (YouTube)
Nas "It Ain't Hard to Tell (Spotify)
Olu Dara "Sincere" (YouTube)
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In the documentary Nas: Time Is Illmatic, rapper Nas charts the journey leading up to the recording of his debut album, Illmatic, discussing the influence of his parents and his youth spent in the Queensbridge housing projects.
We will be sharing our thoughts on this documentary at the Nas: Time Is Illmatic screening at the Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville, Pa. on February 22nd at 7pm. This is part of their Celebrating Black Artists Film Series. Shout out to DJ AJ Santini, he will be spinning rap and R&B hits from 6 to 7 pm, so come out early for that. Tickets: thecolonialtheatre.com
Topics discussed:📈 Nas’s Rise from Poet to Icon
💥 Cultural Impact of Illmatic
🎧 Production Mastery Behind Illmatic
🎤 Legacy and Influence on Future Artists
🥊 Nas’s Personal Struggles and Reflection
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(Here is a lost episode from the back of the vault. Enjoy!)
Can the 2023 installment of the Transformers film franchise transform Gen Z into '90s hip-hop fans?
Set in 1994, the film follows ex-military tech guru Noah Diaz and a young historian Elena Wallace as they team up with Optimus Prime and the Autobots in a battle for the coveted Transwarp Key, which, if in the hands of the Terrorcons, could threaten the future of Earth and all of mankind.
Topics discussed:🎤 Why we think it's a hip hop film
🤖 Our classic Transformers
🎞️ Key elements and favorite parts of this film
Also check out our episodes on:Hamilton
Juice
Our live recording after our screening of Juice
Poetic Justice
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In honor of our screening of Breakin' at the Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas at SteelStacks tonight is an encore presentation of our original episode on this 1984 classic.
Also featured tonight: B-boy demo by BRKN Steel and throwback DJ set by DJ ARM 18! Tickets still available at steelstacks.org.
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You Got Served follows two best friends, Elgin and David, who lead a hip-hop dance crew in LA. They’re passionate about dance and need to raise money to reimburse family and underground associates - and so they enter a high-stakes dance battle competition. The movie highlights their rivalry with a suburban crew and explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and redemption. Along the way, Elgin and David face personal struggles and must reconcile their differences to win the ultimate battle and protect what matters most to them. The film showcases the power of friendship, the spirit of Hip Hop culture, and the transformative nature of dance.
Topics discussed:🕺🏻 From the streets to the stage
🥊 The dance battle is the new street fight
🎤 The soundtrack is a Hip Hop masterclass
💟 Loyalty, family, hustle
🎬 Hip Hop's influence on film
Also check out:American Red Cross and Mutual Aid LA to support those affected by the Los Angeles wildfires
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Hey listener: we're going old school! Here is a rebroadcast of our original episode on Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo in honor of our upcoming screening of Breakin' on February 5, 2025 at SteelStacks in Bethlehem. Come join us and see Turbo, Ozone and Special K on the big screen again. Get your tickets now at steelstacks.org.
Original show notes:Your HHMCs Boogie, DynoWright and JB vibe on the further adventures of Special K, Ozone and Turbo in "Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo" on the Hip Hop Movie Club podcast.
Breakin' 2 on IMDb
Where to Watch: Pluto TV
Turbo dancing on the ceiling
The infamous stunt double swap
Frankie Crocker
Din Daa Daa (George Kranz)
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Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo
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A lost episode from the Hip Hop Movie Club archives!
Grad student Adam is writing a thesis on the n-word. In an attempt to do good research, he goes to rap battles to observe. Soon he's no longer an observer, but a newcomer battle rapper with bars of his own. Quickly, he makes a name for himself and the stakes get higher with each line. And in the heat of battle, he has some decisions to make about his love, his friends, and even his life.
Topics discussed:🤔 Is this a believable story?
🎤 The rap battles and the dozens
🥊 The rap battle competitors
👧🏼 What about Maya, Adam's girlfriend?
🫣 Some tough, maybe over the line, insults
Ⓜ️ Similarities between Adam and B-Rabbit of 8 Mile
Also check out:Our interview with the legendary Craig G on his behind-the-scenes role on 8 Mile
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