Overview
In his short lifetime, J Dilla was a musician, producer and visionary who profoundly influenced rap and hip-hop. Given how prolific he was in his 32 years, why didn't his accolades come sooner?
DirectorEsther Dere
ProducersLauren Herstik, Rachel Abrams, Kevin Vargas, Christopher Frierson, Esther Dere
Top Casts
J Dilla
Self (archive footage)
Mats Nileskär
Self (archive audio)
Frank Nitt
Self - Rapper, Frank n Dank; Friend
Martha Yancey
Self - Sister
Illa J
Self - Brother (as John Yancey)
Maureen Yancey
Self - Mother
DJ Jazzy Jeff
Self - Producer; Friend
Amp Fiddler
Self (archive footage)
Q-Tip
Self (archive footage)
Edwin Houghton
Self - Journalist
Details
LanguageEnglish
Production companiesThe New York Times, Left/Right
