This Is the Life (2008)

Cast

• Abstract Rude - Self
• Big Al - Self
• Busdriver - Self
• Chali 2na - Self
• Cut Chemist - Self
• Ellay Khule - Self
• Fat Jack - Self
• NgaFsh - Self
• Tray Loc - Self
• Riddlore - Self

Keywords

hip-hop, improvisation, woman director

Trailer

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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. 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.

Who directed This Is the Life?

This Is the Life was directed by Ava DuVernay.

Who stars in This Is the Life?

This Is the Life stars Abstract Rude, Big Al, Busdriver, Chali 2na, Cut Chemist, Ellay Khule.

How long is This Is the Life?

This Is the Life has a runtime of 1h 37m (97 minutes).

What genre is This Is the Life?

This Is the Life is a Documentary, Music film.

Where was This Is the Life produced?

This Is the Life was produced in United States of America.