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Nas: Time Is Illmatic

2014Movie1 h 14 min

Documentary Music

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

Good for friends night · teens · background watch

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Not for laughs, scares or comfort.

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Story

The journey. The music. The legacy.

Time Is Illmatic is a feature length documentary film that delves deep into the making of Nas' 1994 debut album, Illmatic, and the social conditions that influenced its creation.

Feels like

Hip-Hop History
Making of a Classic Album
Socially Conscious
1990s New York
Coming-of-Age Story
Biographical Documentary
Detailed Music Analysis
Gritty & Authentic

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9 of 9

Crew

Directed by: One9
Written by: Erik Parker
Produced by: One9, Erik Parker, Anthony Saleh
Music by: Brian Satz

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April 4, 2014 · 1 h 14 min · Strong Language, Drug Use

Released: April 4, 2014
Runtime: 1 h 14 min
Content: Strong Language, Drug Use
Genres: Documentary, Music
Original language: English
Made in: United States
Available in: 17 countries