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| Director: Doug Pray
Actors: Dj Swamp, Frank Cuevas, Dj Krush, Grand Wizard Theodore, Lucas Macfadden
Studio: Palm Pictures
Category: DVD
List Price: $24.98
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Rating:  34 reviews
Sales Rank: 7941
Format: Anamorphic, Color, Dolby, Dts Surround Sound, Dvd-video, Widescreen, Ntsc
Language: English (Original Language)
Rating: R (Restricted)
Region: 1
Discs: 1
Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
Number Of Discs: 2
Running Time: 92 Minutes
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.4
Dimensions (in): 7.5 x 5.1 x 0.9
MPN: 3046
UPC: 660200304621
EAN: 0660200304621
ASIN: B00006AL1G
Theatrical Release Date: 2001
Release Date: September 17, 2002
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Shipping: International shipping available
Condition: This DVD is in very good condition. The case is in very good condition.
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In the language of hip-hop, the MC raps on top of the beats. The DJ--or turntablist--supplies the beats. Doug Pray's lively documentary is a tribute to these unsung heroes of the "scratch." His approach is neither dry nor academic and is designed as much for the masters of the form as for the fans. Pray was also behind IHype!/I, which focused on the Seattle scene in the 1980s and 1990s. In his 2002 follow-up, he travels as far back as the 1970s (DJ Kool Herc, Afrika Bambaataa) and roams the U.S. from New York (Gang Starr's DJ Premier) to the Bay Area (DJ Shadow, Q-Bert). After watching the film and grooving to the beat, you're likely to wonder if there's a soundtrack to accompany it. Fortunately, there is--Bill Laswell, producer of Herbie Hancock's seminal "Rockit," is behind a compilation featuring many of the same artists celebrated in IScratch/I. I--Kathleen C. Fennessy/I
Description
Director Doug Pray (IHype/I) pays tribute to the innovative art of DJing in the electrifying documentary IScratch/I. Featuring the most legendary figures in the DJ scene, Pray's film is at once a deeply insightful historical document and a highly entertaining glimpse into the world of underground hip-hop. Modern luminaries such as DJ Shadow, Mix Master Mike (of the Beastie Boys), DJ Q-bert, Rob Swift, and DJ Swamp are interviewed alongside living legends like Afrika Bambaataa, Jazzy Jay, and Grand Mixer DXT, in order to paint a broad, comprehensive picture of how DJing has evolved over the years.P Seamlessly cutting between interviews and actual footage filmed at several high-profile DJing contests including Skratchcon 2000 and the DMC U.S. Finals, Pray's film is a must-see for both seasoned fans and the uninitiated, a celebration of one of the late-20th century's most thrilling, original musical movements.
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 Informative July 28, 2008
C. Mosca
The documentary was very informative and did a great job at displaying the roots of hip hop and deciphering the difference between hip hop and rap. I have a new found respect for the turntablists in the game. Beastie Boys have impressed me much more after taking the time to listen to the layers behind their clever lyrics and listen to the scratching being done by mix master Mike.
WELL DONE February 8, 2008
Lauren J. Weeks (ENCINITAS, CA)
I saw this movie once and I knew I had to own it. It is a very clear and sequenced movie about the art of Hip Hop and turntables. I love this culture. I think anyone and everyone can enjoy the catchy beats and styled rhythms that make this movie more fascinating. It has a good flow as well, it is not a quick watch but after you see it a couple times through, I will play it in the background because of the music. It was well produced and that is why I say Well Done.
 VERY INTERESTING DVD October 24, 2007
G. Gayares (San Francisco, CA)
I really liked this DVD. The world of the scratch DJ opened my eyes. Most people don't know much about the scratch DJ, but it's definitely a legitimate art form. Loved the interview and profile with DJ Qbert. I'm a little biased cause I've known him since middle school. Hehe. But honestly, this DVD is really interesting. A lot I didn't know. Check it out yourself.
Great, interesting, but not completely comprehensive June 10, 2007
Philip Edelbrock (Corvallis, OR United States)
I would have liked to see this be more up to date, and a bit more comprehensive. The DVD case lists DJ Krush (whom I am a fan of) as one of the DJ's featured, but it only very quickly just shows him and mentions his name which I thought was a bit cheap. The piece on DJ Shadow was interesting. I like the different aspects the movie covers: technical, social, history, as well as a taste of some of the personalities. br / br /DVD extras are interesting. Particularly some of the instructional how-to stuff. Almost makes me want to get some equipment and try it!
Absolutely Essential! February 7, 2007
B Dub (Los Angeles)
0 out of 1 found this review helpful
Goes down in my favorite hip-hop videos of all time. br / br /My favorites are this, breakin, breakin 2, and freshest kids. br / br /This actually helped lead me into breakdancing. From there I got How To Do The Robot - Breakdance Instructional DVD or Top 20 Breakdance Moves. These ones turned me from a hip-hop spectator into a serious breakdancer. br / br /All of these are essential!
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