HIP-HOP: BEYOND BEATS AND RHYMES is a riveting documentary that examines representations of gender roles in hip-hop and rap music through the lens of filmmaker Byron Hurt, a former college quarterback turned activist. Conceived as a “loving critique” from a self-proclaimed “hip-hop head,” Hurt examines issues of masculinity, sexism, violence and homophobia in today’s hip-hop culture. Hip-Hop: Beyond Beats and Rhymes” to have its television premiere on the PBS series Independent Lens, hosted by Terrence Howard, on Tuesday, February 20, 2007 at 10 p.m.Tags:
Best guide to hip hop, soul, reggae concerts & events in San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles & New York City + music, videos, radio and more
Nas
Wednesday, Nov 5 @ Bill Graham Civic Auditorium, SF
Raekown & Mobb Deep
Saturday, Nov 15 @ UC Theatre, Berkeley
How the Grouch Stole Christmas
Friday, Dec 5 @ UC Theatre, Berkeley
Atmosphere
Friday, Feb 13 @ Fox Theater, Oakland
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