Movies and TvShows featuring "west-coast-hip-hop" theme.

The rap group NWA emerges from the mean streets of Compton in Los Angeles, California, in the mid-1980s and revolutionizes Hip Hop culture with their music and tales about life in the hood.

Freestyle: The Art of Rhyme is a documentary that explores the world of freestyle rap, showcasing the skills and creativity of talented artists. The film delves into the history and culture of freestyle rap, highlighting its influence on hip hop and the power of spontaneous lyrical expression. Through interviews and performances, Freestyle: The Art of Rhyme takes viewers on a captivating journey into the world of battle rap and the artistry behind it.

An exploration of the emergence of L.A.’s “underground” hip hop culture of the late 1990s-early 2000s, recounted first-hand by some of its architects: the creators of Club Elements. Every respected independent MC in the nation came through to Club Elements. This documentary chronicles that vibrant time in Los Angeles’ underground Hip Hop scene and shows a side of L.A.’s subculture that is responsible for an independent movement that spawned a slew of widely recognized and celebrated artists.