808
2015 · Movie · 94 min · ★ 7.3 · 95% critics
This documentary traces how a groundbreaking drum machine went from an experimental idea to a defining sound in hip hop and dance music. It follows its rise from early landmark tracks to its lasting influence on modern artists and culture today.
Also known as 808: The Movie · Planet Rock & Other Tales of the 808
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Details
- Years
- 2015
- Release date
- 2015-03-30
- Language
- English
- Runtime
- 94 min
- Critic score
- 95/100
- TMDB rating
- 7.3/10 (29 votes)
About
You’ll likely enjoy this if you like music-history documentaries that connect a single innovation to a wider cultural shift, similar to Sisters with Transistors or Ryuichi Sakamoto: Coda; Not for you if you want heavy conflict or a fast-paced narrative.
Pros: inspiring music history; energetic cultural impact; accessible for newcomers | Cons: light on criticism; niche for non-fans; limited personal drama
Cast & crew
Phil Collins
as Self
Damon Albarn
as Self
Arthur Baker
as Self
Afrika Bambaataa
as Self
Chris Barbosa
as Self
- JB
Jellybean Benítez
as Self
- KB
Kareem 'Biggs' Burke
as Self
- MB
Mike Butcher
as Self
Tony Carrasco
as Self
Rick Rubin
as Self
Directed by Alex Dunn