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Rampage is a 2006 documentary directed by George Gittoes that follows the lives of three brothers living in Miami's brown sub ghettos. The film is a sequel to Gittoes' previous work, Soundtrack to War, and continues the theme of music in dangerous environments. Gittoes was inspired to create this film after befriending Elliot Lovett, who spoke about his family and his brother Marcus, a gifted poet-rapper.
The documentary features hip hop performers Swizz Beatz, Fat Joe, and DJ Kaleb, integrating their music into the narrative. Gittoes' intention was to capture the essence of life in Miami's challenging neighborhoods, using the backdrop of hip hop culture to tell the brothers' story.
Why Watch
- •Meet the Lovett brothers in Miami's tough neighborhoods.
- •See performances by hip hop artists Swizz Beatz and Fat Joe.
- •Find out about the impact of music in dangerous environments.
Did You Know
•Rampage is a sequel to George Gittoes' 2005 documentary Soundtrack to War.
•The film features three brothers living in Miami's brown sub ghettos.
•Marcus Lovett is described as a gifted poet-rapper by his brother Elliot.
•The documentary has a runtime of 118 minutes.
Perfect For
Hip hop culture enthusiastsDocumentary film fansUrban life exploration