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From Scratch: The Birth of Hip Hop

20171h 0m

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Director: Kirk Fraser
Release date: 2017-01-01
Runtime: 1h 0m
Language: EN
Status: Released
Country: United States of America
Studio: Anonymous Content

About From Scratch: The Birth of Hip Hop

From Scratch: The Birth of Hip Hop is a 2017 movie in the Documentary and Music genres, directed by Kirk Fraser, starring DJ Kool Herc, Melle Mel and Rah Digga. It has a runtime of 1 hour 0 minutes. Below you can see where to watch From Scratch: The Birth of Hip Hop in United States — across streaming, rental and purchase options — along with the full cast, trailer and viewer reviews.

Synopsis

A deep exploration into the historical, cultural, political and musical elements that created the genre, featuring present-day conversations with music legends.

Cast

DJ Kool Herc

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Melle Mel

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Rah Digga

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Abiodun Oyewole

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Charlie Ahearn

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Rakim

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Slick Rick

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Parrish "PMD" Smith

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Chris Stein

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Themes & keywords

hip-hopstreet life

Frequently asked questions

Where can I watch From Scratch: The Birth of Hip Hop in United States?+

From Scratch: The Birth of Hip Hop is not currently listed on any streaming, rental or purchase service in United States. Availability changes often, so check back or switch your region.

Is From Scratch: The Birth of Hip Hop on Netflix?+

From Scratch: The Birth of Hip Hop is not on Netflix in United States right now.

How long is From Scratch: The Birth of Hip Hop?+

From Scratch: The Birth of Hip Hop has a runtime of 1 hour 0 minutes (60 minutes).

Who stars in From Scratch: The Birth of Hip Hop?+

From Scratch: The Birth of Hip Hop stars DJ Kool Herc, Melle Mel, Rah Digga, Abiodun Oyewole and Charlie Ahearn.

When did From Scratch: The Birth of Hip Hop come out?+

From Scratch: The Birth of Hip Hop is a 2017 movie directed by Kirk Fraser.

What genre is From Scratch: The Birth of Hip Hop?+

From Scratch: The Birth of Hip Hop is Documentary and Music film.

Who directed From Scratch: The Birth of Hip Hop?+

From Scratch: The Birth of Hip Hop was directed by Kirk Fraser.