Krush Groove

Name: Krush Groove
Released: 1985
Rating: 43.43
Cast: LisaGay Hamilton, Ralph E. Tresvant, LL Cool J, Blair Underwood, Russell Simmons

1985

Comedy, Drama

1h 37m

In this movie based on the early days of Def Jam Recordings, up-and-coming manager Russell Walker has all the hottest acts on the record label Krush Groove records, including Run-D.M.C., Dr. Jekyll & Mr. Hyde, and Kurtis Blow, while Rick (Rubin) produces their records. When Run-D.M.C. has a hit record and Russell doesn't have the money to press records, he borrows money from a street hustler. At the same time, Russell and his brother Run are both competing for the heart of R&B singer Sheila E. (imdb)

Krush Groove

1985

Comedy, Drama

1h 37m

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doyler29

Rated 26 May 2023

This is the extremely fictionalized Def Jam origin story, with Blair Underwood playing Russell Simmons (who turns up as a club owner) and Rick Rubin playing Rick Rubin. As movies go, it's mildly entertaining but pretty rough with a sketchy plot and very few passable performances. That's okay though since it's a pretty invaluable mid-80s hip hop document.

Rated 26 May 2023

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myfavchords

Rated 08 Jun 2017

The script is nothing special in this film. The reason to watch this movie is the music and the musical performances. This film is very much a time capsule from the hip hop period of the mid 1980's. Growing up with this music helped me enjoy this movie. There are early appearances from numerous acts including the Beastie Boys and LL Cool J. Overall I would recommend this film for people who like 80's rap music.

Rated 08 Jun 2017

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