American Rapstar
Originally released in 2020. American Rapstar is a music/documentary film. directed by Justin Staple. At just 81 minutes, it's a tight, focused story.
Starring Lil Pump, Taylor Lorenz, and Ernest Baker
Synopsis
A new scene of troubled, lo-fi young rappers have emerged from Trump’s America, utilizing the SoundCloud streaming platform to quickly become the most culturally disruptive force in hip hop, shocking the world with their rambunctious antics, prescription drug use, facial tattoos, and rebellious punk energy. What do these newly minted millionaire artists say about the state of youth culture today and the future of the music streaming economy? We examine the SoundCloud rap scene’s biggest stars from within the culture as well placing them in the broader musical context in an attempt to understand how we arrived here and where we are headed.
Quick Facts
Release Date
November 11, 2020
5 years ago
Runtime
1h 21m
81 minutes total
User Rating
6.5/10
Good (4 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Ventureland
Frequently Asked Questions
What is American Rapstar about?
A new scene of troubled, lo-fi young rappers have emerged from Trump’s America, utilizing the SoundCloud streaming platform to quickly become the most culturally disruptive force in hip hop, shoc...
Who directed American Rapstar?
American Rapstar was directed by Justin Staple.
How long is American Rapstar?
American Rapstar has a runtime of 1 hours and 21 minutes (81 minutes total).
When was American Rapstar released?
American Rapstar was released on November 11, 2020 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in American Rapstar?
The main cast of American Rapstar includes Lil Pump, Taylor Lorenz, Ernest Baker, Chris King, Bigheadonthebeat.