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Deep Dive: A Man Named Scott (2021)

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A Man Named Scott
A Man Named Scott is a documentary film that focuses on the life and career of Scott Mescudi, known as Kid Cudi. It begins with the release of his debut album, Man on the Moon: The End of Day, in 2009, which addressed themes of depression, anxiety, and loneliness. The film chronicles his evolution as an artist over the past decade, detailing his creative endeavors and personal struggles. Directed by Robert Alexander, the film features a variety of notable figures from the music industry, including Kanye West and Pharrell Williams. It was released on Amazon Prime Video on November 5, 2021, following a promotional trailer released on October 26, 2021. The film's title references Cudi's scrapped 2011 mixtape, connecting it to his earlier work and the impact he has had on music and culture.

Why Watch

  • •Meet Kid Cudi and his influential music career.
  • •See appearances from Kanye West and Timothée Chalamet.
  • •Find out about Cudi's struggles with mental health.

Did You Know

•The film was released on Prime Video on November 5, 2021.
•Scott Mescudi is better known as Kid Cudi, and he was born Scott Mescudi.
•The film's title is borrowed from Kid Cudi's scrapped 2011 mixtape.

Perfect For

Kid Cudi fansMusic documentary loversMental health awareness advocates