Word is Bond

This documentary film examines the transformative power of lyrics in the world of hip-hop music. Through dynamic archival footage, in-depth interviews and excursions with artists like Nas, Tech9, J Cole, Rapsody and Anderson. Paak, the film explores the many dimensions that hip-hop poetics occupy.

Director: Sacha Jenkins

Cast: Nas, Big Daddy Kane, Jadakiss, Rakim, Styles P, J. Cole, Rapsody, Brother Ali

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