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Hip Hop Project, The (2007)

Release Date:
Friday, May 11, 2007

MPAA Rating:
PG-13

Rating Reason:
For strong language and some thematic material

Genre:
Documentary

Starring:
Chris "Kazi" Rolle, Diana "Princess" Lemon, , Christopher "Cannon" Mapp, Russell Simmons, Bruce Willis, Sway, Doug E. Fresh

Director:
Matt Ruskin, Scott K. Rosenberg

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Synopsis:
From Executive Producers Bruce Willis and Queen Latifah, "The Hip Hop Project" is the compelling story of Kazi, a formerly homeless teenager who inspired a group of New York City teens to transform their life stories into powerful works of art, using hip hop as a vehicle for self-development and personal discovery.

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From Executive Producers Bruce Willis and Queen Latifah, "The Hip Hop Project" is the compelling story of Kazi, a formerly homeless teenager who inspired a group of New York City teens to transform their life stories into powerful works of art, using hip hop as a vehicle for self-development and personal discovery.

Kazi challenges these young people to write music about real issues affecting their lives as they strive to overcome daunting obstacles to produce a collaborative album. Russell Simmons, hip hop mogul and long-time supporter of the project, partners with Bruce Willis to donate a recording studio to the Hip Hop Project. After four years of collaboration, the group produces a powerful and thought-provoking CD filled with moving personal narratives and sharp social commentary. In contrast to all of the negative attention focused on hip hop and rap music, this is a story of hope, healing and the realization of dreams.

Inspired by Kazi's work, 100% of the net profits are being donated to organizations working with youth.

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