Hustlers Convention
"The untold story of the album that changed the face of music"
Originally released in 2015. Hustlers Convention is a music/documentary film. directed by Mike Todd.
Starring Chuck D, Ice-T, and Jalal Nuriddin
Synopsis
The story of Sport and Spoon - two young hustlers who attend the eponymous convention, only to get tangled up in a financial disagreement that leads to a shootout, police chase and finishes with Sport on death row, weighing up what it all means. Taking its title from the album, the film blends archive photos with interviews and uses unique animated sequences set to the album. It portrays Hustlers Convention in its wider social context and Jalal's personal story as one of rap's undisputed pioneers.
Quick Facts
Release Date
January 1, 2015
11 years ago
Runtime
1h 36m
96 minutes total
User Rating
5.7/10
Mixed (3 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
France
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Director
Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- Warehouse 51
- BTN Eastlink
- Riverhorse
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hustlers Convention about?
The story of Sport and Spoon - two young hustlers who attend the eponymous convention, only to get tangled up in a financial disagreement that leads to a shootout, police chase and finishes with Sp...
Who directed Hustlers Convention?
Hustlers Convention was directed by Mike Todd.
How long is Hustlers Convention?
Hustlers Convention has a runtime of 1 hours and 36 minutes (96 minutes total).
When was Hustlers Convention released?
Hustlers Convention was released on January 1, 2015 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in Hustlers Convention?
The main cast of Hustlers Convention includes Chuck D, Ice-T, Jalal Nuriddin, Abdul Malik Al Nasir, Omar Ben Hassan.