Who’s in it: Jay-Z, Beyonce Knowles, Foxy Brown, Mary J. Blige, Damon Dash
What it’s about: The film chronicles Jay-Z’s concert at Madison Square Garden in November 2003, the first time a hip-hop artist sold out an arena in only two hours. Nearly one year later, fans and artists still reflect on this record-breaking musical night, showcasing the evolution and reach of the hip-hop genre.
Worth watching? (star)(star)(star)
“Largely a concert documentary, it captures the electricity, camaraderie and bravura–backstage, on stage and in the crowd–with sophistication and energetic camera work, breaking away only to show bits and pieces of Jay-Z’s recording process.”
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