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Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap

2012Directed by Ice-T
Documentary · Music1h 46m
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Hip Hop didn't invent anything. Hip Hop reinvented everything

SOMETHING FROM NOTHING: THE ART OF RAP is a feature length performance documentary about the runaway juggernaut that is Rap music. At the wheel of this unstoppable beast is the film's director and interviewer Ice-T. Taking us on a deeply personal journey Ice-T uncovers how this music of the street has grown to dominate the world. Along the way Ice-T meets a whole spectrum of Hip-Hop talent, from founders, to new faces, to the global superstars like Eminem, Dr Dre, Snoop Dogg and Kanye West. He exposes the roots and history of Rap and then, through meeting many of its most famous protagonists, studies the living mechanism of the music to reveal 'The Art Of Rap'. This extraordinary film features unique performances from the entire cast, without resorting to archive material, to build a fresh and surprising take on the phenomenon that is Rap.

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About Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap
How long is Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap?
Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap runs 1 hour and 46 minutes (106 minutes).
Who directed Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap?
Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap was directed by Ice-T and Andy Baybutt.
Who is in the cast of Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap?
Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap stars Ice-T as Self, Dr. Dre as Self and Ice Cube as Self.
What language is Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap in?
Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap is in English.
Is Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap family friendly?
No. It is rated R (restricted): under 17 requires a parent or adult guardian.
Where can I watch Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap?
In the United States, Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap is streaming on Amazon Prime Video, fuboTV, Shout! Factory Amazon Channel and Qello Concerts by Stingray Amazon Channel. Availability differs by country: see Stream above for yours.
When was Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap released?
Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap was released on June 15, 2012.

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