808 (2015)
The heart of the beat that changed music.
The inspiring story of the Roland TR808, from the creation of Planet Rock which established it as a dynamic modern instrument, to how it defined hip hop and modern dance culture, through to its continued use today.
Director: Alex Dunn
Genre: Music, Documentary
Runtime: 94 min
Release Date: March 30, 2015
Cast
- Phil Collins - Self
- Damon Albarn - Self
- Arthur Baker - Self
- Afrika Bambaataa - Self
- Chris Barbosa - Self
- Jellybean Benítez - Self
- Kareem 'Biggs' Burke - Self
- Mike Butcher - Self
- Tony Carrasco - Self
- Rick Rubin - Self
Screenplay
Production: You Know Ltd., You Know Films, Atlantic Films
Country: Belgium, United Kingdom, United States of America, Japan, Finland
Language: English
Original Language: en
Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is 808 about?
- The inspiring story of the Roland TR808, from the creation of Planet Rock which established it as a dynamic modern instrument, to how it defined hip hop and modern dance culture, through to its continued use today.
- Who directed 808?
- 808 was directed by Alex Dunn.
- Who stars in 808?
- 808 stars Phil Collins, Damon Albarn, Arthur Baker, Afrika Bambaataa, Chris Barbosa, Jellybean Benítez.
- How long is 808?
- 808 has a runtime of 1h 34m (94 minutes).
- What genre is 808?
- 808 is a Music, Documentary film.
- Where was 808 produced?
- 808 was produced in Belgium, United Kingdom, United States of America, Japan, Finland.