Movie Trailer: The Art of Rap

Ice-T takes us on an intimate journey into the heart and soul of hip-hop with the legends of rap music. This performance documentary goes beyond the stardom and the bling to explore what goes on inside the minds, and erupts from the lips, of the grandmasters of rap. Recognized as the godfather of Gangsta rap, Ice-T is granted unparalleled access to the personal lives of the masters of this artform that he credits for saving his life. Interspersed with the performers’ insightful, touching, and often funny revelations are classic raps, freestyle rhymes, and never before heard a cappellas straight from the mouths of the creators. What emerges is a better understanding of, and a tribute to, an original American art form that brought poetry to a new generation. The movie hits theaters nationwide on June 15th.

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New Katt Williams Movie

Check out the first clip from Katt Williams: 9 Lives, the movie that follows Katt’s rise to fame in the comedy circuit. Featuring rare never before released stand-up from early in Katt’s phenomenal career, go behind the scenes to witness the king of comedy’s meteoric rise to fame. This movie shows a star in the making as it traces back to Katt as a young comic then follows his evolution as a performer and his path to fame and fortune. Includes some of Katt’s greatest stand-up comedy, revealing interviews, and an intimate look inside the comic’s life and work. This movie seeks to answer the question on every fan’s mind: will Katt ever do stand-up again?

In stores today for the first time on DVD is the Bruce Willis and Queen Latifah executive produced documentary, THE HIP HOP PROJECT.

From executive producers Bruce Willis and Queen Latifah, THE HIP HOP PROJECT is the compelling story of a group of New York City teens who embark on a unique journey of self-discovery as they dare to reach for their dreams. Inspired by a formerly homeless teenager named Kazi, the young people struggle to write music about the tough issues affecting their lives. Over the next four years, they overcome daunting obstacles to produce a powerful and thought-provoking album, recorded in a studio donated by Willis and hip hop mogul Russell Simmons. Winner of 16 film festivals this critically acclaimed film is a lasting legacy to the teens’ transformation through the power of hope and healing.

Available on amazon: The Hip Hop Project

BREAKING POINT

Starring Tom Berrenger, Busta Rhymes, Armand Assante, and “Sticky Fingaz” Jones.

“Breaking Point” is a dramatic tale of corruption and self-realization, in which one man has to overcome a deep seeded conspiracy and his own lingering past in order to gain the redemption he desires. Steven Luisi (Tom Berenger), a once prominent criminal defense attorney is attempting to come back to the profession after a struggle with drug addiction and a family tragedy. Steven stumbles into a complex, high profile murder case. Against his better judgment, he takes on the case that will eventually lead him down a path that brings him face to face with his own demons. While trying to solve the case Steven teams up with an ex-athlete turned gang member, Richard “Beanz” Allen ( “Sticky Fingaz” Jones). The two develop a fast friendship. Together they seek to reveal the truth and bring about justice in the court and on the street. Steven and Allen go head to head with the murderous Bowen (Busta Rhymes), a vicious Gang leader and Steven’s old drug dealer. With Allen’s help, Steven discovers that there are deep connections between Bowen, himself, and a corrupt police department. Throughout his journey, Steven learns more about the truth, and about himself. Allen and Steven discover that their common mission is the pursuit of redemption.

 
Official Site: http://www.breakingpointthemovie.com/

A Mother’s Prayer starring Robin Givens, Johnny Gill

A Mother’s Prayer, starring Robin Givens (Tyler Perry’s The Family That Preys), Johnny Gill (legendary R&B singer), Shirley Murdock (Man of Her Dreams) and Jermaine Crawford (HBO’s The Wire), tells the compelling, heartwarming tale of family members torn apart by their individual struggles. The only thing that can truly bring the family back together is a mother’s dying wishes. With a lot of love, this family is about to learn the true meaning of the saying: the family that prays together stays together. Come along on an emotional journey through song, laughter and triumph.

A Mother’s Prayer Official Trailer
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B3k9E5UN2jE

Check out this clip from A Mother’s Prayer, the powerful and compelling stage play by Alvin Moore Jr. about a family torn apart, and how they find their way back together.

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