Nas: Time Is Illmatic(2014)
“The journey. The music. The legacy.”
Overview
Time Is Illmatic is a feature length documentary film that delves deep into the making of Nas' 1994 debut album, Illmatic, and the social conditions that influenced its creation.
Director
One9
Studio
Illa Films
Cast
Nas
as Self
Alicia Keys
as Self
Busta Rhymes
as Self
Q-Tip
as Self
Pete Rock
as Self
Fab 5 Freddy
as Self
M.C. Serch
as Self
Marley Marl
as Self
Pharrell Williams
as Self
Cornel West
as Self
Henry Louis Gates, Jr.
as Self
Where to Watch
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Movie Facts
Release Year
2014
Runtime
1h 14m
Language
English
Rating
7 / 10
Production Companies
Illa Films • Tribeca Film
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch Nas: Time Is Illmatic?▼
Check the "Where to Watch" section above for current streaming platforms, rental options, and purchase links for Nas: Time Is Illmatic (2014).
What is Nas: Time Is Illmatic about?▼
Time Is Illmatic is a feature length documentary film that delves deep into the making of Nas' 1994 debut album, Illmatic, and the social conditions that influenced its creation.
Who directed Nas: Time Is Illmatic?▼
Nas: Time Is Illmatic was directed by One9 and released in 2014. It is a documentary, music film.
How long is Nas: Time Is Illmatic?▼
Nas: Time Is Illmatic has a runtime of 1 hours and 14 minutes (74 minutes total).
Who stars in Nas: Time Is Illmatic?▼
The cast of Nas: Time Is Illmatic includes Nas as Self, Alicia Keys as Self, Busta Rhymes as Self, Q-Tip as Self, Pete Rock as Self and more.
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