HYPE WILLIAMS | USA | 1998 | 96 MIN | R | ENGLISH
Hype Williams’ visually magnetizing feature debut stars rap legends DMX and Nas as two best friends deeply entrenched in organized crime, traveling through a filthy underworld of violence, only to see their paths diverge.
Cast: Nas, DMX, Taral Hicks, Tionne 'T-Boz' Watkins
Part of the Philadelphia Film Society's Black 90s series.
From chilling crime dramas to renowned comedies, the 90s ushered in a transformative era for Black American cinema. The decade featured venerated performances from stars like Laurence Fishburne, Taye Diggs, Lynne Whitfield, and more, disrupting the box office and establishing a new standard of cinematic excellence. Each year brought unforgettable narratives that molded a generation–leaving a lasting legacy that continues to influence artists, audiences, and culture today.
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