This Is the Life
"How the West was One"
Originally released in 2008. This Is the Life is a documentary/music film. directed by Ava DuVernay.
Starring Abstract Rude, Big Al, and Busdriver
Synopsis
In 1989, a collective of young hip hop artists gathered at a health food café in South Central Los Angeles. Their mandate? To reject gang culture and expand the musical boundaries of hip hop. DuVernay's documentary chronicles the historic legacy of the Good Life Cafe — the open mic nights that became an L.A. institution, the eclectic array of talented young MCs that emerged there, the alternative hip hop movement they developed, and their worldwide influence on the artform.
Quick Facts
Release Date
February 8, 2008
17 years ago
Runtime
1h 37m
97 minutes total
User Rating
5.8/10
Mixed (8 votes)
Language
English
Original language
Country
United States of America
Production
Director
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Production Details
- Status
- Released
- Original Language
- EN
Production Companies
- The DuVernay Agency
Frequently Asked Questions
What is This Is the Life about?
In 1989, a collective of young hip hop artists gathered at a health food café in South Central Los Angeles. Their mandate? To reject gang culture and expand the musical boundaries of hip hop. DuVe...
Who directed This Is the Life?
This Is the Life was directed by Ava DuVernay.
How long is This Is the Life?
This Is the Life has a runtime of 1 hours and 37 minutes (97 minutes total).
When was This Is the Life released?
This Is the Life was released on February 8, 2008 in theaters.
Who are the main actors in This Is the Life?
The main cast of This Is the Life includes Abstract Rude, Big Al, Busdriver, Chali 2na, Cut Chemist.