04 Apr 2014
Nas: Time Is Illmatic
Time Is Illmatic is a feature length documentary film that delves deep into the making of Nas' 1994 debut album, Illmatic, and the social conditions that influenced its creation.
Biggie: I Got a Story to Tell
Every legend has an origin story.
Christopher Wallace, AKA The Notorious B.I.G., remains one of Hip-Hop’s icons, renowned for his distinctive flow and autobiographical lyrics. This documentary celebrates his life via rare behind-the-scenes footage and the testimonies of his closest friends and family.
Top Billed Cast
The Notorious B.I.G. Self (archive footage)
Sean Combs Self - aka Puff Daddy
Faith Evans Self - Christopher's Wife
Damion Butler Self - Childhood Friend
Lil' Cease Self - Childhood Friend
Gwendolyn Wallace Self - Christopher's Grandmother, 96
Dave Wallace Self - Christopher's Uncle
C Gutta Self - Childhood Friend
Hubert Sam Self - Childhood Friend
Donald Harrison Self - Christopher's Neighbor
Chico Del Vec Self
Olie Self - Childhood Friend (archive footage)
Jasmine Ayuso Self - Olie's Girlfriend
Lil' Kim Self - Junior M.A.F.I.A. (archive footage)
Francisco Nieto Self - Crew Lieutenant
50-Grand Self - DJ / Producer
Supreme Self (archive footage)
Mr. Cee Self - DJ / Producer
Matteo Capoluongo Self - THE SOURCE Magazine
Tyanna Wallace Self - Christopher's Daughter (archive footage)
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