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Shooting Star(s): The Rise of Hip Hop Photographer Johnny Nunez

Synopsis

In this revealing biographical portrait, filmmakers Axel Ebermann and Daniel Frei document the rags-to-riches story of photographer Johnny Nunez, charting his rise from a humble boy in Brooklyn to an in-demand presence on the hip-hop scene. No stranger to high-profile subjects, Nunez made a name for himself photographing wealthy A-list celebrities, but his glamorous lifestyle today belies the poverty and racism he had to overcome in his youth.

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Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

January 1, 2009

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Axel Ebermann, Daniel Frei
Original Title
Shooting Star(s): The Rise of Hip Hop Photographer Johnny Nunez
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 16m

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Axel Ebermann, Daniel Frei

Department Leadership Roster

Axel Ebermann

Director

Daniel Frei

Director

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What is Shooting Star(s): The Rise of Hip Hop Photographer Johnny Nunez about?

In this revealing biographical portrait, filmmakers Axel Ebermann and Daniel Frei document the rags-to-riches story of photographer Johnny Nunez, charting his rise from a humble boy in Brooklyn to an in-demand presence on the hip-hop scene. No stranger to high-profile subjects, Nunez made a name for himself photographing wealthy A-list celebrities, but his glamorous lifestyle today belies the poverty and racism he had to overcome in his youth.

Who directed Shooting Star(s): The Rise of Hip Hop Photographer Johnny Nunez?

Shooting Star(s): The Rise of Hip Hop Photographer Johnny Nunez was directed by Axel Ebermann, Daniel Frei.

Who stars in Shooting Star(s): The Rise of Hip Hop Photographer Johnny Nunez?

The principal cast of Shooting Star(s): The Rise of Hip Hop Photographer Johnny Nunez includes Johnny Nunez, Russell Simmons, Al Sharpton, Ye, Kimora Lee Simmons.

When was Shooting Star(s): The Rise of Hip Hop Photographer Johnny Nunez released and how long is it?

Shooting Star(s): The Rise of Hip Hop Photographer Johnny Nunez was released in 2009 with a total runtime of 1h 16m.