Beats Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest
Synopsis
Having forged a 20-year run as one of the most innovative and influential hip hop bands of all time, the Queens NY collective known as 'A Tribe Called Quest' have kept a generation hungry for more of their groundbreaking music since their much publicized breakup in 1998. Michael Rapaport documents the inner workings and behind the scenes drama that follows the band to this day. He explores what's next for, what many claim, are the pioneers of alternative rap.
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Beats, Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest | Official Trailer HD (2011)Official
Type: Trailer • Published 2011-06-07
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Release History & Theatrical Window
July 8, 2011
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Michael Rapaport
- Original Score
- Madlib
- Original Title
- Beats Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 1h 37m
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Michael Rapaport
Madlib
Robert Benavides
Robert Benavides, Debra Koffler, Edward Parks, Frank Mele
Department Leadership Roster
Michael Rapaport
Director
Robert Benavides
Director of Photography
Robert Benavides
Producer
Debra Koffler
Producer
Edward Parks
Producer
Frank Mele
Producer
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R: Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.
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What is Beats Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest about?
Having forged a 20-year run as one of the most innovative and influential hip hop bands of all time, the Queens NY collective known as 'A Tribe Called Quest' have kept a generation hungry for more of their groundbreaking music since their much publicized breakup in 1998. Michael Rapaport documents the inner workings and behind the scenes drama that follows the band to this day. He explores what's next for, what many claim, are the pioneers of alternative rap.
Who directed Beats Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest?
Beats Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest was directed by Michael Rapaport.
Who stars in Beats Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest?
The principal cast of Beats Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest includes Mary J. Blige, Common, Q-Tip, Michael Rapaport, Phife Dawg.
When was Beats Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest released and how long is it?
Beats Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest was released in 2011 with a total runtime of 1h 37m.
Who composed the musical score for Beats Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest?
The original motion picture soundtrack for Beats Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest was composed by Madlib.
What is the age rating and content advisory for Beats Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest?
Beats Rhymes & Life: The Travels of A Tribe Called Quest holds official age classifications: US: R (Restricted — Under 17 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian.).