Brace yourself for what critics are calling the most compelling and rawest documentary of the year. Get up close and personal with the South's most influential artists as they expose the secrets behind the most controversial movement in Urban music. Fea
Bet Uncut was one of the most famous adult oriented television shows on cable television. The show garnered a cult following as the main premise of the videos shown were associated with over sexualized images of women and cheap lyrics.The shows agenda was to show music videos who's taste complemented the lower standard of decency.. The show was broadcast at 2 in the morning because of the content usually associated with the programming.Aside from showing lewd videos, BET Unct also served as a medium for lesser known artists to get their music out to the music buying public..
The BET Uncut tv show design was to broadcast cheaply made music videos. With the lack of a budget, many artists used semi nude women dancing in their videos as their main selling point. This served as a powerful tool for many hip hop artists who were not signed to a major label to get their product out to the masses. Artists on major labels such as Chingy, Ludcaris and Nelly all used BET Uncut as a way to promote their new album by making videos exclusively for BET Uncut.
BET Uncut had its share of famous stars and moments. Unknown rappers such as Joker the Bailbondsman, Mighty Casey and Precha are just a few of the rappers who gained notoriety because of the BET Uncut show. These memorable figures became show favorites based on their video or the content of the song. The more low budget the video appeared to be, was the more popular it became BET Uncut often times bordered on the comedic, as the quality and content of the music videos were so bad, that is was more a comedy than anything of value.
The BET Uncut show also had its share of controversy. There were many people who felt that the show degraded women and continuously showed them in various situations that encouraged the disrespect of women. The controversy surrounding the show reached its peak in the year 2003, when hip hop star Nelly released the number one BET Uncut video ever, Tip Drill. The Tip Drill video was created with the intention for it to be aired on Uncut. The video achieved this and far expected the intention it was originally created for
BET uncut was cancelled in 2006, ending what many claimed to be BET's most popular and controversial show.People think that Viacaom, parent company of BET, caved into the pressure and controversy that surrounded the show. Even though BET Uncut was cancelled, the show continues to live on in cyberspace. People can watch the famous videos on sites such as Youtube
Dave Scott teaches hip-hop dance moves made popular by the movie, \You got served."Genre: How To - Beauty/FashionRating: NRRelease Date: 1-JAN-2007Media Type: DVD"""
If you enjoyed the dancing in You Got Served and wondered how they did those moves, this 54-minute dance instruction DVD will give you a hint. Choreographer Dave Scott leads a group of dancers in three routines. He breaks down each move slowly, then combines several and speeds them up. Each pattern uses complex footwork, armwork, and body isolations, and unless you're an experienced dancer, you'll need to stop and reverse frequently to practice and memorize. "You've got to listen to the music and hit everything in the pocket," he says, referring to the rhythmic challenges. And if you discover that the routines are too advanced for you, you can enjoy sitting back and watching the process of dancers learning a routine. Additional features include technique instruction (ticking, waving, freezing) and demonstrations of different styles of street dancing. Hip-hop stars Marques Houston, Omari Grandberry, Christopher Jones, Robert James Hoffman III, and a team of athletic dancers help Scott demonstrate routines and techniques. English, Spanish, and Portuguese subtitles are available. --Joan Price
It's the Emmy® Nominated live-action high-energy learning series that has taken children's programming by storm featuring episodes from the TV series that won a Parents' Choice® Approved Award in 2007! Meet Hip Hop Harry the lovable huggable rapping teddy bear whose favorite theme is "I Love To Learn!" Always 100% positive fun Hip Hop Harry uses music dance and rhyme to help teach youngsters about language social skills and problem solving while he gets them up on their feet and out of their seats for hours of exercise for both mind and body!My Favorite ThingsThe kids learn different ways to share when everyone brings a "Favorite Thing" to show their friends. Kendra even brings her pet bunny Ribbons! However William secretly opens Ribbons' cage and the bunny runs away. William must tell Kendra the truth about his mistake so they can find Ribbons.Making New FriendsThe kids welcome the new girl in town Katie to Hip Hop Central. Hip Hop Harry creates a game challenging the kids to create an activity using at least two different shapes.Words Have PowerThe kids learn that words have the power to make someone feel good or bad and so words must be carefully chosen. Megan also learns to make a special gift for her father's birthday.System Requirements:Run time: 75 minutesFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre: CHILDREN/FAMILY Rating: G UPC: 783722274361 Manufacturer No: 27436
It's the Emmy Nominated live-action high-energy learning series that has taken children s programming by storm featuring episodes from the TV series that won a Parents Choice Approved Award in 2007! Meet Hip Hop Harry the lovable huggable rapping teddy bear whose favorite theme is I Love To Learn! Always 100% positive fun Hip Hop Harry uses music dance and rhyme to help teach youngsters about language social skills and problem solving while he gets them up on their feet and out of their seats for hours of exercise for both mind and body!Fancy Footwork:Sisters Savannah and Sophina learn the importance of positive competition when they find themselves on opposite teams in the Hip Hop Central dance contest. The kids learn to drink water for a healthy body.You Can Dance!:Katie knows how to dance ballet but wants to learn how to dance Hip Hop. Hip Hop Harry suggests she take some dance classes at Hip Hop Central. Taking it step by step Katie and all the kids learn some great new dance moves.I Like To Move!:It s Fitness Fun Day at Hip Hop Central and Hip Hop Harry has invited a fitness expert to teach the kids some fun new ways to exercise. Scott learns a lesson about rhyming words and composes a poem to perform for everyone.System Requirements:Running Time: 75 minutesFormat: DVD MOVIE Genre: CHILDREN/FAMILY UPC: 783722274439 Manufacturer No: 27443
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Beat Street
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A slightly dated but nonetheless fascinating snapshot of musical history, Beat Street is an urban musical detailing the roots of hip-hop. Set in early-1980s New York, the film focuses on the lives of a small group of young people setting their experiences against the larger backdrop of the city's burgeoning music scene. The story of up-and-coming DJ Kenny (Guy Davis) and his relationship with jazz musician Tracy (Rae Dawn Chong) may only be a device, but it's surprisingly effective, as is the ultimately tragic tale of graffiti artist Ramon (Jon Chardiet). The movie's real raison d'être, however, is to showcase the sounds of the street, so it's full of some of hip-hop's most influential names--Melle Mel, Doug E Fresh, Kool Moe Dee, the Rocksteady Crew, Jazzy Jeff, and Arthur Baker. And while the combination of electro and rapping may sound a little crude to modern ears, there can be no doubt that Beat Street is the sight and sound of history being made. --Phil Udell
Break dancers, graffiti artists, and rappers are determined to express themselves in the cradle of hip-hop culture, the Bronx.Genre: MusicalsRating: PGRelease Date: 15-APR-2003Media Type: DVD
A DEVELOPER TRIES TO BULLDOZE A COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER. THELOCAL BREAKDANCERS TRY TO STOP IT.
Before I start this review I'm going to try and stay clear of comparing Vexille with the 2004 CG anime Appleseed. Yes it is done by the same people who did Appleseed, but that is where the comparisons stop.
The story kicks off in the United States, as an elite commando unit dubbed SWORD launches a surprise attack on a powerful Nipponese conglomerate known as Daiwa Heavy Industries. So you might have noticed that for a change the bad guys are actually the Japanese this time around. In most cases the Japanese nation are the ones under attack by a unknown outside force, this already gives the story a fresh feel.
The year is 2077, and Japan has been accused of conducting illegal robotics research. As a result, the leaders of Japan have decided to construct a massive electromagnetic field known as RACE to prevent any meddling in their domestic affairs.
The movie's main focus is on Lt. Cdr. Vexille, Serra and her boyfriend Cdr. Leon Fayden, and how the mission they have been assigned to is having an impact on there personal lives and professional careers. I must say the story kept me guessing with its plot twists and surprises, until the last 15 minutes.
The animation is unique blend of CG and Cell shading and highly detailed. From weather effects like rain, snow and physical effects like explosions, water effects, reflections and shadows is beautifully rendered with a mix of animated CG and Cell shading. The particle effects integrated into the animation sequences are jaw dropping in some places.
Where Vexille also shines is on the soundtrack, with great bands and people who have written music for the movie including acts like Basement Jaxx, Boom Boom Satellites and the rest of the musical score composed by Paul Oakenfold.
The level of enjoyment of Vexille was very high and it is a solid, entertaining movie, even if the last 15 minutes became a bit predictable. If you enjoyed the Appleseed movies but you are looking for something with a bit more story and a darker atmosphere, then you will most certainly enjoy Vexille.
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