Time Is Illmatic
DocumentaryBiographyHistoryMusic
The story behind Nas's groundbreaking debut album 'Illmatic, ' and the early life of one of the most talented rappers of all time. Featuring Pharrell Williams, Alicia Keys, Q-Tip, and Busta Rhymes.
Director
One9
Writers
N/A
Stars
Nas, Cornel West, Pharrell Williams
Release Date
October 3, 2014
Language
English
Country
United States
🎯 1
Nominations
💬 9
Reviews
📋 9.2K
Watchlists
🎭 Top Cast
Nas
as Self
Cornel West
as Self - Professor and Political Activist
Pharrell Williams
as Self
Swizz Beatz
as Self
Busta Rhymes
as Self
Alicia Keys
as Self
👤
Olu Dara
as Self - Nas' Father
Roxanne Shanté
as Self
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Jabari Jones
as Self - Nas' Brother
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Angela Braconi
as Self - Nas' Elementary School Teacher
💰 Box Office
$164,540
Worldwide Gross
$164,540
Domestic Gross
$23,200
Opening Weekend
🎬 Technical Specs
Color
Color
Filming Location
Queens, New York City, New York, USA
Production
Tribeca Film Institute
🏷️ Keywords
artisthip hoprappernew yorkerqueens
🎯 Categories
Music DocumentaryBiographyDocumentaryHistoryMusic
⭐ Featured Review
great story about the best hip hop album of all time
"Delving deep into the struggles of growing up in the projects and the impact of the landmark album today, "Time is Illmatic" is an expertly crafted and encapsulating look at African American culture and rap told through the eyes of one of the most important artists of the 90's...."
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📖 Synopsis
The story behind Nas's groundbreaking debut album 'Illmatic, ' and the early life of one of the most talented rappers of all time. Featuring Pharrell Williams, Alicia Keys, Q-Tip, and Busta Rhymes.