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Nas: Time is Illmatic

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The story behind Nas's groundbreaking debut album 'Illmatic,' and a look at the early life of one of the most talented rappers of all time. Featuring Pharrell Williams, Alicia Keys, Q-Tip, and Busta Rhymes.

Cast: Nas, Busta Rhymes, Alicia Keys and Pharrell Williams
Produced by One 9, Erik Parker and Anthony Saleh
Cinematographer: Frank Larson
Edited by David Zieff

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Nas: Time is Illmatic

Documentary•TV-14•1 Hour 15 Mins

From his youth in the East Coast housing projects, to the influence of his parents and family, comes the story behind Nas's groundbreaking 1994 debut album 'Illmatic.’ A look at the early li

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Credits

Cast

Nas, Busta Rhymes, Alicia Keys, Pharrell Williams

Producers

One 9, Erik Parker, Anthony Saleh

Cinematographer

Frank Larson

Editor

David Zieff