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The Legacy of J Dilla

2023Movie1 h 11 minR

DocumentaryMusic
69
GoodGoodWatch score
IMDb5.8

A nostalgic, moving documentary movie about a real life story and pop culture, with standout score.

Good for family movie night · friends night · teens

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Not for laughs, scares or brutality.

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Story

In his short lifetime, J Dilla was a musician, producer and visionary who profoundly influenced rap and hip-hop. Given how prolific he was in his 32 years, why didn't his accolades come sooner?

Feels like

  • Music Documentary
  • Hip-Hop History
  • Biographical Tribute
  • Influential Producer
  • Musical Legacy
  • Poignant & Reflective
  • Educational & Insightful
  • Artistic Innovation
  • Pop Culture Commentary

Cast

10 of 10

Crew

Directed by
Esther Dere, Christopher Frierson
Written by
Nosarieme Garrick
Produced by
Esther Dere, Lauren Herstik, Kevin Vargas

Everyone

Pick a department, or search for a name or a job (“editor”, “stunt”).

Facts

April 7, 2023 · 1 h 11 min · R

Released
April 7, 2023
Runtime
1 h 11 min
Age rating
R
Genres
Documentary, Music, TV Movie
Original language
English
Made in
United States

Q&A

4 questions, like "Is The Legacy of J Dilla worth watching?"

Questions about The Legacy of J Dilla

Quick answers from GoodWatch data.

Is The Legacy of J Dilla worth watching?

69
GoodGoodWatch score

Mostly, it's well received, with a GoodWatch score of 69 (IMDb 5.8).

Is The Legacy of J Dilla okay for kids?

R

Yes: it's rated R in the United States, and the viewing guide lists it for family nights.

Can I half-watch The Legacy of J Dilla?

Easy watchDemanding

Yes: it's easy to follow, with complexity at only 4 of 10, and the viewing guide calls it good for background watching.

Is The Legacy of J Dilla plot-driven or character-driven?

CharactersPlot

Mostly character-driven: it leans on character depth (8 of 10) and pathos (7 of 10) more than on its plot.