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A Hip Hop Minute

A Hip Hop Minute (2024)

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A Hip Hop Minute

2024 DocumentaryMusicMusical 90mins

1986 was a special year in the development of hip-hop. The Dutch TV documentary BIG FUN IN THE BIG TOWN captured this on film. And 15-year-old Pascal Garnier was immediately fascinated by New York’s young rap celebrities. Almost 40 years later, with the assistance of Bill Adler - the former publicist of the legendary Def Jam label - he tracked down the artists of that time. Roxanne Shanté, DMC and Def Jam’s creative director Cey Adams reminisce and also talk about their current lives. In his grandmother’s house, hip-hop icon LL Cool J talks about the meaning of “I Need Love”. Pure emotion - for viewers and everyone involved.

A Hip Hop Minute: Cast & Crews

Directors
Pascal Garnier
Top Cast
LL Cool J, Darryl 'DMC' McDaniels, Roxanne Shanté, Cey Adams, Schoolly D

What Our Critics Think

Independent reviews from the Compare TV editorial team.

Review Team
4/5
4/5

A Hip Hop Minute is a poignant homage to the golden age of hip-hop, expertly crafted by director Pascal Garnier. The film revisits the vibrant landscape of 1986, a pivotal year for the genre, through the eyes of artists who shaped its identity. Garnier’s approach is both reflective and celebratory, ... Show more >>

Editor Team
3.5/5
3.5/5

If you’re a hip-hop fan, A Hip Hop Minute is a must-see, but it’s not without its flaws. The film takes us back to 1986, a year that sparked a revolution in music, and features some of the genre's most iconic figures. While it’s fascinating to hear stories from legends like DMC and LL Cool J, the pa ... Show more >>

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nostalgic heartfelt reflective engaging emotional insightful slow-paced powerful cultural significance entertaining historical celebratory

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A Hip Hop Minute is certainly worth watching for fans of hip-hop and music documentaries. It offers a nostalgic look back at the vibrant culture of 1986 and features insights from iconic artists like LL Cool J and Roxanne Shanté. The film captures the essence of that era while connecting it to the present, making it both a historical document and a celebration of hip-hop's evolution.

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