MOVIE • 2023

The Legacy of J Dilla

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In his short lifetime, J Dilla was a musician, producer and visionary who profoundly influenced rap and hip-hop. Given how prolific he was in his 32 years, why didn't his accolades come sooner?

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Top Cast

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J Dilla

Self (archive footage)

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Mats Nileskär

Self (archive audio)

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Frank Nitt

Self - Rapper, Frank n Dank; Friend

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Martha Yancey

Self - Sister

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Illa J

Self - Brother (as John Yancey)

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Maureen Yancey

Self - Mother

DJ Jazzy Jeff

Self - Producer; Friend

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Amp Fiddler

Self (archive footage)

Q-Tip

Self (archive footage)

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Edwin Houghton

Self - Journalist

Ali Shaheed Muhammad

Self (archive footage)

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Phat Kat

Self - Rapper; Collaborator

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Black Milk

Self - Producer, Slum Village

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Mike Ross

Self - Founder, Delicious Vinyl

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Theatrical release date: April 7, 2023

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Status

Released

Release

April 7, 2023

Runtime

71 min

Language

English

Origin

United States of America

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