Hip Hop Movie Club

Hip Hop Movie Club

Author: Hip Hop Movie Club Language: English Episodes: 163
The Hip Hop Movie Club podcast is a lively conversation at the intersection of cinema and culture, hosted by three friends with deep roots in the scene. You’ll hear from JB, who brings a passion for 80s and 90s nostalgia; BooGie, a veteran DJ and graffiti artist; and DynoWright, a filmmaker and multimedia designer. Their discussions go beyond simple reviews, weaving together commentary on filmmaking, television, and the musical beats that define eras. This isn't just about what happens on screen-it's about the style, the soundtrack, and the societal echoes found in the movies they love. The podcast often ties into their real-world events, like their upcoming free screening of *Set It Off* in Bethlehem, PA, but the core of the show is the trio's authentic, knowledgeable banter. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair with friends who can dissect a film's direction one minute and the genius of its hip hop soundtrack the next. For anyone who views movies as more than just entertainment and hears the rhythm in the dialogue and editing, this podcast offers a fresh, informed perspective. It’s a natural blend of analysis and appreciation, celebrating how hip hop aesthetics and storytelling resonate through visual media.
Episodes
Is "80 Blocks from Tiffany's" essential viewing for the hip hop fan? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 23:12
The 1979 documentary "80 Blocks from Tiffany's" is a fascinating slice-of-life look at two South Bronx gangs, the Savage Skulls and the Savage Nomads. Although this isn't the most hip hop film we've ever discussed, there…
Rubble Kings: How the South Bronx gang scene gave birth to hip hop [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 32:04
Ever wonder how hip-hop was actually born? "Rubble Kings" takes us back to the 1970s South Bronx, a neighborhood abandoned by the city and ruled by more than 100 street gangs engaged in all-out turf wars. After the shock…
Is Just Wright alright? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 25:27
In honor of the ongoing NBA playoffs, here's an encore presentation of our original episode on Just Wright, starring Queen Latifah and Common. Topics discussed:Queen Latifah displays why she is on our Mount Rushmore of h…
Dope (rebroadcast) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:38
In honor of BooGie's birthday on May 10, we're re-releasing our episode on DOPE, one of his personal favorites!If you're of a certain age (a.k.a. GROWN), then Rick Famuyiwa's 2015 film Dope is definitely for you. And eve…
Above the Rim (rebroadcast) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:36
In honor of the NBA playoffs, here is an encore presentation of our original episode on the 1994 classic Above the Rim, starring Tupac Shakur, Duane Martin, Marlon Wayans, and Leon.Also check out: The film's screenwriter…
Can DJay make it big as a pimp-turned-rapper? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:02
Welcome to an encore presentation of our original review of Hustle & Flow, starring Terrence Howard, Ludacris, and Taraji P. Henson. If you're in the Lehigh Valley, come to our 4K screening of this cult classic at SteelS…
Bonus: The Central Park Five [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 35:34
CONTENT WARNING: This episode contains discussion of sexual violence.On the occasion of the lecture by Dr. Yusef Salaam of The Exonerated Five at Northampton Community College's Annual Humanities Keynote on April 15, we…
What led to the turmoil within the Wu-Tang Clan? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 24:24
In Episode 3 of "Of Mics and Men," we see the Wu-Tang Clan reach international fame and glory, but also turbulence as solo aspirations conflict with those of the collective, and we see the untimely passing of Old Dirty B…
How did the Wu-Tang Clan rise to fame on their own terms? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:36
The Wu-Tang Clan rose to fame on their own terms. We'll answer the question: How did they do it? Episode 2 of "Wu-Tang Clan: Of Mics and Men" chronicles the group's meteoric rise following the release of "Enter the Wu-Ta…