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
HHMC Rewind: House Party (1990) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:34
Your HHMCs review the classic film "House Party" from 1990 with hip hop duo Kid 'N' Play, Martin Lawrence, Tisha Campbell, Full Force, Robin Harris, John Witherspoon and more!House Party on IMDb Where to Watch: Amazon Pr…
The Three Worst Hip Hop Movies [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:16
Most Hip Hop movies, we're 'bout it 'bout it. But a few...get the gas face. Listen on to hear which three movies we think are the worst. And we know you got opinions, so tell us what you think – write us at hiphopmoviecl…
What IS a Hip Hop movie? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 20:36
How do we define what a Hip Hop movie is? Listen now and find out!Topics discussed:The four major elements of Hip Hop and where you should start watchingThe spectrum of Hip Hop movies, from the obvious ones at the high e…
No dreams are too small: In The Heights [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 39:26
The film adaptation of In The Heights from Lin-Manuel Miranda is a joyous spectacle of singing, dancing, and asserting your dignity in small ways. Topics discussed:There are multiple elements of hip-hop culture present i…
Is "Next Friday" equally as funny as the original? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 28:42
In Next Friday, Debo, the terrifying bully, escaped prison and is out for revenge on Craig. To escape, Craig seeks refuge in the suburbs with his uncle Elroy and cousin Day-Day. However, the 'burbs' are no field day for…
Go back and watch the original Bad Boys! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 29:29
With Bad Boys: Ride or Die in theaters now, we went back to watch the original Bad Boys film from 1995. The Bad Boys franchise is now a billion dollar one, but it was fun to go back to before Will Smith became blockbuste…
"State Property" was brutal! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:13
Beanie Sigel plays wannabe drug kingpin "Beans" in this 2002 crime film from the Roc-A-Fella conglomerate. Jay-Z and several members of the State Property rap group appear in the film. You either get down or you lay down…
Does "Fear of a Black Hat" hold up after all these years? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 30:15
Fear of a Black Hat (1993) is a film satirizing some of the biggest hip hop acts of that era. It is replete with parody songs and wild shenanigans. But is it as good as the other classic hip hop parody films CB4 or Don't…
Set It Off (Rebroadcast) [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 34:55
Today on Hip Hop Movie Club: Set It Off, the 1996 heist movie starring Queen Latifah, Vivica A. Fox, Jada Pinkett, and Kimberly Elise that was groundbreaking – in more ways than one!Topics discussed:This is Queen Latifah…