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Get an inside, in-depth look at the West Coast rap scene -- from its early days on the streets of Compton to its eventual appearance on the pop charts and presence in the mainstream music industry. Some of the genre's biggest stars -- including Tupac Shakur, Snoop Dogg, Dr. Dre, Ice Cube and many others -- provide insight in exclusive interviews and rare footage. Todd Williams directs this comprehensive documentary.
An exploration of the history of the word throughout its inception to present day. Woven into the narrative are poetry, music, and commentary from celebrities about their personal experiences with the word and their viewpoints. Each perspective is unique, as is each experience... some are much more comfortable with the word than others.
Cast and crew offer up a nice overview piece, discussing the picture's authenticity, real life in the time of "Boyz n the Hood," the parallels between Singleton's real life and his film, the process of making the film, the casting process, the quality of the script, the film's reception, its Oscar nominations, and its legacy.
Black Church, Inc. is an investigative documentary that examines the excess of the black church and its present day relationship with serving the community. The documentary compares the black church's origins to its modern day cultural relevance. The film focuses on modern mega-churches and asks questions about service vs. the extravagant lifestyles of its million dollar ministers and ministries.
