This Is the Life
How the West was One
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.
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Movie Details
- Original Title: This Is the Life
- Genres: Documentary, Music
- Release Date: 2008-02-08
- Runtime: 97 minutes
- Rating: 5.8/10 (8 votes)
- Budget: $0
- Revenue: $0
- Production Companies: The DuVernay Agency
- Status: Released
- Popularity: 0.18
- Languages: English
Cast & Crew
Abstract Rude
as Self
Big Al
as Self
Busdriver
as Self
Chali 2na
as Self
Cut Chemist
as Self
Ellay Khule
as Self
Fat Jack
as Self
NgaFsh
as Self
Tray Loc
as Self
Riddlore
as Self
Gallery
Trailers & Clips
THIS IS THE LIFE | Official Trailer
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is This Is the Life?▼
This Is the Life is a Documentary, Music movie directed by . It was released on 2008-02-08.
Who are the main actors in This Is the Life?▼
The main cast includes Abstract Rude, Big Al, Busdriver, Chali 2na, Cut Chemist, .
Where can I watch This Is the Life online?▼
You can check official streaming platforms like Netflix, Amazon Prime, or Disney+ to see if This Is the Life is available.
Is This Is the Life based on a true story?▼
How the West was One
What is the IMDb rating of This Is the Life?▼
This Is the Life has an IMDb rating of 5.8/10 based on 8 votes.
What is the budget and revenue of This Is the Life?▼
The movie had a production budget of $0 and earned $0 at the box office.
Who composed the soundtrack for This Is the Life?▼
The soundtrack was composed by The DuVernay Agency. You can listen to it on music streaming platforms.
Where was This Is the Life filmed?▼
This Is the Life was filmed in multiple locations worldwide. You can find official filming locations on IMDb.
How long is This Is the Life?▼
The total runtime of This Is the Life is 97 minutes.
Is This Is the Life suitable for kids?▼
The movie is rated Released. Please check parental guidelines before watching.
Will there be a sequel to This Is the Life?▼
There is no official announcement yet for a sequel to This Is the Life.
Does This Is the Life have a post-credit scene?▼
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