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Upcoming Hip Hop Movie Club events: Feb 22 - Nas: Time Is Illmatic screening https://thecolonialtheatre.com/films/crowd-pleasers/nas-time-is-illmatic/ Apr 24 - Hustle & Flow screening https://www.steelstacks.org/event/16926/hustle--flow/ Jun 25 - Beat Street screening https://www.steelstacks.org/event/16927/beat-street/ HHMC is brought to you by a trio of longtime hip hop fans: JB, an 80s and 90s nostalgia junkie, BooGie, a veteran DJ and graffiti artist, and DynoWright, podcaster and filmmaker. Buy some merch: https://meteorwright.one/shop More events to be announced! Subscribe to our newsletter and get updated on events: https://hiphopmovieclub.substack.com/

  1. Memorable Diss Tracks and Rap Battles

    4D AGO

    Memorable Diss Tracks and Rap Battles

    If you watched Kendrick Lamar's Super Bowl Halftime Show performance, you saw a diss track in action. We answer the question: What are some of the most memorable diss tracks and rap battles on film? Topics discussed:"South Bronx" and "The Bridge Is Over"LL Cool J vs. Kool Moe DeeRoxanne Shanté vs. UTFO and Roxanne vs. KRS-OneBiggie "Who Shot Ya?" vs. 2Pac "Hit 'Em Up"Nas vs. Jay-Z50 Cent vs. Ja RuleIce Cube "No Vaseline" vs. Eazy-E3rd Bass "Pop Goes the Weasel" vs. Vanilla Ice2 Live Crew "Martinez" vs. Bob MartinezEminem vs. EverybodyB-Rabbit vs. Papa Doc in 8 MileAdam vs. everyone in BodiedDJay vs. Skinny Black in Hustle & FlowOn the Come Up Also check out: Our episodes on 8 Mile, our interview with Craig G on coaching the on-screen rappers in 8 Mile, Bodied, Hustle & Flow, On the Come Up, Wild Style, and Notorious. CreditsHip Hop Movie Club is produced by your HHMCs JB, BooGie, and DynoWright. Theme music by BooGie. Follow @hiphopmovieclub on Instagram! And remember: Don't hate...checkmate! Check us out:Our next live event is Thursday April 24 at SteelStacks in Bethlehem: Hustle & Flow Buy tickets Check out our live event schedule and more at our Linktree. Hip Hop Movie Club on:Facebook Instagram Threads Bluesky Website

    27 min
  2. Our review of Beats, Rhyme and Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest

    MAR 12

    Our review of Beats, Rhyme and Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest

    We're big, big fans of A Tribe Called Quest. So just how impactful were they? Released in 2011 and directed by Michael Rapaport, "Beats, Rhymes and Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest" chronicles the influential hip-hop group's journey from their formation in Queens to their rise to prominence and eventual breakup. Topics discussed:💡 The Power of Innovation in Hip-Hop 🤔 The Complexity of Interpersonal Dynamics 🍫 Phife Dawg’s Battle with Diabetes 🔮 Legacy and Influence on Future Generations 🎵 The Impact of Hip-Hop as a Cultural Movement Also check out:Playlist interview with director Michael Rapaport CreditsHip Hop Movie Club is produced by your HHMCs JB, BooGie, and DynoWright. Theme music by BooGie. And remember: Don't hate...postulate! Check us out:Our next live event is Thu Apr 24 at SteelStacks in Bethlehem: Hustle & Flow Buy tickets Check out our live event schedule and more at our Linktree Hip Hop Movie Club on:Facebook Instagram Threads Bluesky Website

    41 min
  3. HHMC Rewind: Belly

    FEB 27

    HHMC Rewind: Belly

    In honor of DynoWright's birthday this week and coming off seeing Nas: Time Is Illmatic on the big screen at the Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville, PA last week, here is a rebroadcast of our original episode on Belly. The 1998 Hype Williams feature film directorial debut starred Nas and DMX. Original show notes:Your HHMCs review the 1998 film Belly, starring DMX, Nas, Taral Hicks, T-Boz, and Method Man. We'll answer the question: "Will Tommy and Sincere find their higher calling - or will they remain in the underbelly of crime?"  Belly on IMDb Where to Watch: Freevee/Amazon Prime The 20 best Hype Williams-directed videos (Billboard) The opening scene (YouTube) "Murder She Wrote" by Chaka Demus & Pliers (YouTube) Cutty Ranks (Spotify) DynoWright's new podcast - Soccer FC: Fandom & Culture Frank Vincent (IMDB) AZ (Wikipedia) Taral Hicks "Silly" (YouTube) Louie Rankin "the Original Don Dada" (IMDB) "Gummo" trailer (YouTube) Nas "It Ain't Hard to Tell (Spotify) Olu Dara "Sincere" (YouTube) Hip Hop Movie Club on:Facebook Instagram Threads Bluesky HipHopMovieClub.com Check out our live event schedule and more at our Linktree

    43 min
  4. What was the impact of Nas' debut album Illmatic?

    FEB 19

    What was the impact of Nas' debut album Illmatic?

    In the documentary Nas: Time Is Illmatic, rapper Nas charts the journey leading up to the recording of his debut album, Illmatic, discussing the influence of his parents and his youth spent in the Queensbridge housing projects. We will be sharing our thoughts on this documentary at the Nas: Time Is Illmatic screening at the Colonial Theatre in Phoenixville, Pa. on February 22nd at 7pm. This is part of their Celebrating Black Artists Film Series. Shout out to DJ AJ Santini, he will be spinning rap and R&B hits from 6 to 7 pm, so come out early for that. Tickets: thecolonialtheatre.com Topics discussed:📈 Nas’s Rise from Poet to Icon 💥 Cultural Impact of Illmatic 🎧 Production Mastery Behind Illmatic 🎤 Legacy and Influence on Future Artists 🥊 Nas’s Personal Struggles and Reflection CreditsHip Hop Movie Club is produced by your HHMCs JB, BooGie, and DynoWright. Theme music by BooGie. And remember: Don't hate...activate! Our next live event is Thu Apr 24 at SteelStacks in Bethlehem: Hustle & Flow Buy tickets Check out our live event schedule and more at https://linktr.ee/hiphopmovieclub Hip Hop Movie Club on: Facebook: https://facebook.com/hiphopmovieclub Instagram: https://instagram.com/hiphopmovieclub Threads: https://www.threads.net/@hiphopmovieclub Bluesky: https://hiphopmovieclub.bsky.social Website: https://hiphopmovieclub.com/

    29 min
  5. Is Transformers: Rise of the Beasts a hip hop film?

    FEB 13

    Is Transformers: Rise of the Beasts a hip hop film?

    (Here is a lost episode from the back of the vault. Enjoy!) Can the 2023 installment of the Transformers film franchise transform Gen Z into '90s hip-hop fans? Set in 1994, the film follows ex-military tech guru Noah Diaz and a young historian Elena Wallace as they team up with Optimus Prime and the Autobots in a battle for the coveted Transwarp Key, which, if in the hands of the Terrorcons, could threaten the future of Earth and all of mankind. Topics discussed:🎤 Why we think it's a hip hop film 🤖 Our classic Transformers 🎞️ Key elements and favorite parts of this film Also check out our episodes on: Hamilton Juice Our live recording after our screening of Juice Poetic Justice CreditsHip Hop Movie Club is produced by your HHMCs JB, BooGie, and DynoWright. Theme music by BooGie. And remember: Don't hate...substantiate! Our next live event is Thu April 24 at SteelStacks in Bethlehem: Hustle & Flow. Buy tickets now! Check out our live event schedule and more at our Linktree Hip Hop Movie Club on: Facebook Instagram Threads Bluesky Our Website We got merch! Get yours at the MeteorWright shop

    31 min
  6. Rebroadcast: Breakin'

    FEB 5

    Rebroadcast: Breakin'

    In honor of our screening of Breakin' at the Frank Banko Alehouse Cinemas at SteelStacks tonight is an encore presentation of our original episode on this 1984 classic. Also featured tonight: B-boy demo by BRKN Steel and throwback DJ set by DJ ARM 18! Tickets still available at steelstacks.org.

    25 min
  7. How impactful was You Got Served?

    JAN 29

    How impactful was You Got Served?

    You Got Served follows two best friends, Elgin and David, who lead a hip-hop dance crew in LA. They’re passionate about dance and need to raise money to reimburse family and underground associates - and so they enter a high-stakes dance battle competition. The movie highlights their rivalry with a suburban crew and explores themes of loyalty, betrayal, and redemption. Along the way, Elgin and David face personal struggles and must reconcile their differences to win the ultimate battle and protect what matters most to them. The film showcases the power of friendship, the spirit of Hip Hop culture, and the transformative nature of dance.  Topics discussed:🕺🏻 From the streets to the stage 🥊 The dance battle is the new street fight 🎤 The soundtrack is a Hip Hop masterclass 💟 Loyalty, family, hustle 🎬 Hip Hop's influence on film Also check out: American Red Cross and Mutual Aid LA to support those affected by the Los Angeles wildfires CreditsHip Hop Movie Club is produced by your HHMCs JB, BooGie, and DynoWright. Theme music by BooGie. And remember: Don't hate...activate! Our next live event is Wed Feb 5 at SteelStacks in Bethlehem: Breakin' Buy tickets here Check out our live event schedule and more at our Linktree Hip Hop Movie Club on:Facebook Instagram Threads Bluesky Our website We got merch! Get yours at the MeteorWright shop

    32 min
  8. Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo (rebroadcast)

    JAN 15

    Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo (rebroadcast)

    Hey listener: we're going old school! Here is a rebroadcast of our original episode on Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo in honor of our upcoming screening of Breakin' on February 5, 2025 at SteelStacks in Bethlehem. Come join us and see Turbo, Ozone and Special K on the big screen again. Get your tickets now at steelstacks.org. Original show notes:Your HHMCs Boogie, DynoWright and JB vibe on the further adventures of Special K, Ozone and Turbo in "Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo" on the Hip Hop Movie Club podcast. Breakin' 2 on IMDb Where to Watch: Pluto TV Turbo dancing on the ceiling The infamous stunt double swap Frankie Crocker Din Daa Daa (George Kranz) Hip Hop Movie Club is produced by your HHMC's: Boogie, JB and DynoWright! Theme music by Boogie.    Also check out:Our live event schedule and more at our Linktree Hip Hop Movie Club on:Facebook Instagram Threads Bluesky Our website We got merch! Get yours at the MeteorWright shop Mentioned in this episode: Breakin' 2: Electric Boogaloo

    28 min
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Upcoming Hip Hop Movie Club events: Feb 22 - Nas: Time Is Illmatic screening https://thecolonialtheatre.com/films/crowd-pleasers/nas-time-is-illmatic/ Apr 24 - Hustle & Flow screening https://www.steelstacks.org/event/16926/hustle--flow/ Jun 25 - Beat Street screening https://www.steelstacks.org/event/16927/beat-street/ HHMC is brought to you by a trio of longtime hip hop fans: JB, an 80s and 90s nostalgia junkie, BooGie, a veteran DJ and graffiti artist, and DynoWright, podcaster and filmmaker. Buy some merch: https://meteorwright.one/shop More events to be announced! Subscribe to our newsletter and get updated on events: https://hiphopmovieclub.substack.com/

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    Hip Hop Movie Club
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    2022 - 2025
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