A Hip Hop Minute
Synopsis
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.
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Release History & Theatrical Window
Munich International Documentary Film Festival
Festival / Special Debut
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Pascal Garnier
- Screenplay & Story
- Pascal Garnier
- Original Score
- Wim Coryn
- Original Title
- A Hip Hop Minute
- Country of Origin
- Belgium
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 28m
- Production Studios
- Animal Tank
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Pascal Garnier
Pascal Garnier
Wim Coryn
Remco Bikkers
Pascal Garnier
Department Leadership Roster
Pascal Garnier
Director
Remco Bikkers
Director of Photography
Pascal Garnier
Writer
Pascal Garnier
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Hip Hop Minute
Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.
What is A Hip Hop Minute about?
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.
Who directed A Hip Hop Minute?
A Hip Hop Minute was directed by Pascal Garnier.
Who stars in A Hip Hop Minute?
The principal cast of A Hip Hop Minute includes LL Cool J, Darryl 'DMC' McDaniels, Roxanne Shanté, Cey Adams, Schoolly D.
When was A Hip Hop Minute released and how long is it?
A Hip Hop Minute was released in 2024 with a total runtime of 1h 28m.
Who composed the musical score for A Hip Hop Minute?
The original motion picture soundtrack for A Hip Hop Minute was composed by Wim Coryn.