David Byrne's American Utopia
2020 · Music

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“Hip Hop takes the stand.”
Bronx rap artist Kemba explores the growing weaponization of rap lyrics in the United States criminal justice system and abroad — revealing how law enforcement has quietly used artistic creation as evidence in criminal cases for decades.
As We Speak: Rap Music on Trial (2024) is a music/documentary film running 1h 35m, directed by J.M. Harper. It is available in HD on Cineby for 5 credits. Create an account, add credits and the unlock is yours permanently. Use the player controls for subtitles, quality and fullscreen.
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As We Speak: Rap Music on Trial was directed by J.M. Harper.
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