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Critic Ellen E Jones
rated 8

These mid-90s, north-west Brooklyn specificities are fascinating and relevant; to Biggie’s art, certainly, but possibly also to his death.

Read full review at The Guardian
Critic Brian Costello
rated 8

...a celebration of his life and art, one that seeks to find the truth behind the legends of this iconic and innovative hip-hop artist.

Read full review at Common Sense Media

Cast & Crew

Emmett Malloy
Director
Snoop Dogg
As Self - Hip-Hop Artist (archive footage)
LL Cool J
As Self - Hip-Hop Artist (archive footage)
Mary J. Blige
As Self (archive footage)
Sean Combs
As Self - aka Puff Daddy
Dr. Dre
As Self - Hip-Hop Artist (archive footage)
Tichina Arnold
As Pamela James (archive footage)

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Biggie: I Got a Story to Tell is a documentary that delves into the life of hip-hop legend The Notorious B.I.G., featuring rare footage and in-depth interviews with those closest to him. From his origins as a hustler on the streets of Brooklyn to his rise to fame as a rap king, the film provides a unique and intimate look at the life of Biggie Smalls. With a focus on his distinctive flow and autobiographical lyrics, the documentary showcases how Biggie's experiences and struggles shaped his music and legacy. Through the testimonies of his friends and family, the film paints a vivid portrait of a man who remains an icon in the world of hip-hop.

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Some movies that have similar genres and were produced around the same time as Biggie: I Got a Story to Tell include Eat That Question: Frank Zappa in His Own Words, Mary J. Blige's My Life, The Life & Death of Tupac Shakur, John Lennon: The Dreamer, Halftime, A Dog Called Money.

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Biggie: I Got a Story to Tell was released for streaming on March 1, 2021.