Founding Fathers (The True Origins of Hip Hop)
"Founding Fathers" is an illuminating documentary that unveils the untold stories of overlooked street DJs from diverse boroughs of 1970s New York City, who played a pivotal role in shaping the foundations of Hip Hop culture. Through intimate interviews and compelling narratives, this captivating film resurrects the forgotten legacy of Nu Sounds, GrandMaster Flowers, DJ Hollywood, and other pioneers, shedding light on their profound contributions that have been hidden for decades.
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- Cast
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Founding Fathers (The True Origins of Hip Hop)
- Overview
- Cast
- Crew
- Recommendations
Status
Released
Release Date
Jan 1, 2012
Runtime
1h 22m
Genres
Music, Documentary
User Score
100%
Original Title
Founding Fathers (The True Origins of Hip Hop)
Director
Hassan Pore
Description
"Founding Fathers" is an illuminating documentary that unveils the untold stories of overlooked street DJs from diverse boroughs of 1970s New York City, who played a pivotal role in shaping the foundations of Hip Hop culture. Through intimate interviews and compelling narratives, this captivating film resurrects the forgotten legacy of Nu Sounds, GrandMaster Flowers, DJ Hollywood, and other pioneers, shedding light on their profound contributions that have been hidden for decades.
