Nas: Time Is Illmatic
“The journey. The music. The legacy.”
Synopsis
Time Is Illmatic is a feature length documentary film that delves deep into the making of Nas' 1994 debut album, Illmatic, and the social conditions that influenced its creation.
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Nas: Time Is Illmatic 2014 Official Trailer [HD 1080p]
Type: Trailer • Published 2014-08-29
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Release History & Theatrical Window
April 4, 2014
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- One9
- Screenplay & Story
- Erik Parker
- Original Score
- Brian Satz
- Original Title
- Nas: Time Is Illmatic
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 14m
- Production Studios
- Illa Films, Tribeca Film
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
One9
Erik Parker
Brian Satz
Frank Larson
One9, David Zieff
Martha Diaz, Erik Parker, Tuma Basa, Eric Rigaud, Charles Roberson
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One9
Director
Erik Parker
Writer
Martha Diaz
Producer
Erik Parker
Producer
Tuma Basa
Producer
Eric Rigaud
Producer
Charles Roberson
Producer
Ann Bennett
Producer
Anthony Saleh
Producer
One9
Editor
David Zieff
Editor
One9
Producer
Frank Larson
Director of Photography
Brian Satz
Original Music Composer
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What is Nas: Time Is Illmatic about?
Time Is Illmatic is a feature length documentary film that delves deep into the making of Nas' 1994 debut album, Illmatic, and the social conditions that influenced its creation.
Who directed Nas: Time Is Illmatic?
Nas: Time Is Illmatic was directed by One9.
Who stars in Nas: Time Is Illmatic?
The principal cast of Nas: Time Is Illmatic includes Nas, Alicia Keys, Busta Rhymes, Q-Tip, Pete Rock.
When was Nas: Time Is Illmatic released and how long is it?
Nas: Time Is Illmatic was released in 2014 with a total runtime of 1h 14m.
Who composed the musical score for Nas: Time Is Illmatic?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Nas: Time Is Illmatic was composed by Brian Satz.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Nas: Time Is Illmatic?
Nas: Time Is Illmatic holds official age classifications: CA: 14A.