Rhyme and Punishment
2011 · Documentary · 98 min. · United States
The gritty elements of urban crime and violence have always had an influence on hip hop culture and rap music. More and more, the trappings of street life have landed popular rap artists behind bars - and not just for a music video shoot. What happens when a rapper who has everything suddenly has his freedom stripped away and is forced to deal with the harsh realities of prison? "Rhyme and Punishment" takes an in-depth look at the role of prison in hip hop culture, and reveals the side of the story that is not being covered by the news and popular media.
Direction Peter Spirer
Cast KRS-One · Beanie Sigel · Prodigy · Cassidy · Slick Rick
Soundtrack Co-Stars Ent.
Screenplay Baz Dreisinger · Joel Rutkowski · Peter Spirer
Cinematography Sean Adair · Jeff Bollman · Keith Gruchala
Original title Rhyme and Punishment
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Not rated (FilmAffinity)
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