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The importance of breakin' in hip hop culture: The Freshest Kids
Episode 121
The Freshest Kids explores the history and evolution of b-boying, also known as breaking, from its roots in the Bronx to its international explosion. Archival footage of key figures in the b-boy scen…
Published on 2 months, 1 week ago
Is Bomb the System a must-watch for hip hop enthusiasts?
Episode 120
Bomb the System follows the exploits of Anthony, a.k.a. Blest, and his crew members Justin and Kevin, who live the gritty life of graffiti bombers in New York City.
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Hip Hop Movie Club is produc…
Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago
Beat Street (encore presentation)
Episode 119
In honor of our screening of the classic hip hop film Beat Street (in 4K!) on Wednesday June 25 at SteelStacks, here is an encore presentation of our first-ever episode of Hip Hop Movie Club.
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Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
How revolutionary was Hamilton?
Episode 118
To commemorate the 10th anniversary of Hamilton and the upcoming 78th annual Tony Awards, here is our original 2023 episode on the film version of the beloved musical.
In the 2020 film version of the …
Published on 3 months, 1 week ago
Is "80 Blocks from Tiffany's" essential viewing for the hip hop fan?
Episode 117
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 …
Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago
Rubble Kings: How the South Bronx gang scene gave birth to hip hop
Episode 116
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 …
Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago
Is Just Wright alright?
Episode 115
In honor of the ongoing NBA playoffs, here's an encore presentation of our original episode on Just Wright, starring Queen Latifah and Common.
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Queen Latifah displays why she is on ou…Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago
Dope (rebroadcast)
Episode 114
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 defini…
Published on 4 months ago
Above the Rim (rebroadcast)
Episode 113
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.
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Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago
Can DJay make it big as a pimp-turned-rapper?
Episode 112
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 c…
Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago