Movie Info

From Executive Producers Bruce Willis and Queen Latifah, The Hip Hop Project is the compelling story of Kazi, a formerly homeless teenager who inspire...(read more...) d a group of New York City teens to transform their life stories into powerful works of art, using hip hop as a vehicle for self-development and personal discovery. Kazi challenges these young people to write music about real issues affecting their lives as they strive to overcome daunting obstacles to produce a collaborative album. Russell Simmons, hip hop mogul and long-time supporter of the project, partners with Bruce Willis to donate a recording studio to the Hip Hop Project. After four years of collaboration, the group produces a powerful and thought-provoking CD filled with moving personal narratives and sharp social commentary. In contrast to all of the negative attention focused on hip hop and rap music, this is a story of hope, healing and the realization of dreams. Inspired by Kazi’s work, 100% of the net profits from this film are being donated to organizations working with youth.

Director: Matt Ruskin, Scott Rosenberg

MPAA: PG-13

Running Time: 1 hr. 25 min.

Release Date: Dec 31, 2006

Cast: Bruce Willis, Chris "Kazi" Rolle, Christopher "Cannon" Mapp, Diana "Princess" Lemon, Doug E. Fresh, Russell Simmons