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Release Year2002
Runtime1h 27m
LanguageEnglish
CertificationR
GenresDrama
Votes4
DirectorOz Scott
WritersCory Tynan
TypeFeature Film
Rating8.5 out of 10
Cast9 credited
Also Known AsPlay'd: A Hip Hop Story
About Play'd: A Hip Hop Story
Jaxx is an aspiring rapper/singer who is signed to a west coast record label run by Domino Breed, a tyrant who rules almost every aspect of his artist's career - and life. Similar to the real events leading to the death of 2Pac Shakur and Notorious B.I.G., a east coast/west coast battle goes on leading to death and deceit
Directed by Oz Scott, Play'd: A Hip Hop Story leans on a strong ensemble — Rashaan Nall, Toni Braxton, Faizon Love — to carry a story that balances spectacle with character.
The film landed with audiences for its craft and performances, and remains one of the most talked-about drama titles of 2002.
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