Movies: Ice Cube

G-Funk is the untold story of three childhood friends from East Long Beach who helped commercialize hip hop by developing a sophisticated and melodic new approach – merging Gangsta Rap with elements of Motown, Funk, and R&B....

The Tuck Rule Game, the January 19, 2002 playoff game between the Oakland Raiders and New England Patriots, and its aftermath....

From Lord Have Mercy to A Pimp Named Slickback, original comedy freak Katt Williams has made his mark inhabiting a hustler's gallery of fast-and-loose personae. This real-deal documentary tracks the actor's rise from young stand-up to BET staple. Alo...

This profile of legendary funk/R&B icon Rick James captures the peaks and valleys of his storied career to reveal a complicated and rebellious soul, driven to share his talent with the world....

How African artists have spread African culture all over the world, especially music, since the harsh years of decolonization, trying to offer a nicer portrait of this amazing continent, historically known for tragic subjects, such as slavery, famine...

Beef II (released on DVD in August 2004) is a sequel to the 2003 documentary Beef, which continued to document the history of rivalries in hip-hop and rap music. Like its prequel, the film was executive produced by Quincy Jones III (QD3), written by ...

A true-life tale of the Great American Dream, this movie showcases one man's rise from the streets of South Central L.A. to the hills of Hollywood. Features photos and videos of the man himself and his contemporaries....

In 1982, the Raiders and owner Al Davis captivated black and Latino fans with swagger and charisma that matched the rapidly changing city....

Rap music has articulated a black aesthetic that is influencing pop culture around the world. But does it also promote violence, misogyny, and crime? This program featuring rap master Melle Mel describes the history of rap and hip-hop from its roots ...

Feature documentary that showcases the close-knit ties between the Hip Hop Music community and America's social and political policy in the last 30 years....

Highlights from the inaugural Colossal Clusterfest that took place in San Francisco from June 2-4....

Two men close in age go to war after one develops a romantic relationship with the other’s mother....

Disney's contemporary remake of 'Oliver Twist.'...

A 'Screenlife' sci-fi thriller about privacy based on the classic alien invasion novel by H.G. Wells....

From being a ruthless gang banger, to protecting Ice Cube's life, Shorty from the controversial rap group Da Lench Mob, reveals untold secrets of N.W.A. and why his group was attacked in a race against time to save his own life....

Straight From The Streets is a unique mosaic of inner city culture and politics that goes where no other film has dared!...

A contemporary telling of the story of Scrooge. When a wealthy real estate mogul will be visited by the three ghosts....

Chronicles the origins and evolution of West Coast hip-hop through the life and influence of Alonzo "Lonzo" Williams. Known as the "Godfather of West Coast Hip-Hop," Lonzo’s journey began in 1976 as a young DJ, and over the years, he emerged as one o...

Featurette about the making of "Friday."...

Gangsta rappers Ice Cube, Mack 10 and WC come together to form Westside Connection, a group dedicated to creating the West Coast rapper's soundtrack. This collection of live performances from the wild West boys includes the hits "Bow Down," "Call 9-1...