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Welcome to Death Row

  • Video
  • 2001
  • Unrated
  • 1h 44m
IMDb RATING
7.1/10
868
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Welcome to Death Row (2001)
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The true story of the rise and fall of Death Row Records.The true story of the rise and fall of Death Row Records.The true story of the rise and fall of Death Row Records.

  • Directors
    • S. Leigh Savidge
    • Jeff Scheftel
  • Writer
    • Jeff Scheftel
  • Stars
    • Frank Alexander
    • Sam Gideon Anson
    • William J. Bennett
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.1/10
    868
    YOUR RATING
    • Directors
      • S. Leigh Savidge
      • Jeff Scheftel
    • Writer
      • Jeff Scheftel
    • Stars
      • Frank Alexander
      • Sam Gideon Anson
      • William J. Bennett
    • 7User reviews
    • 1Critic review
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    Frank Alexander
    • Self - Tupac Shakur's Bodyguard
    Sam Gideon Anson
    • Self - Investigative Reporter: L.A. Weekly
    William J. Bennett
    William J. Bennett
    • Self
    • (archive footage)
    Lamont Blumfield
    • Self - Artist Manager: Kurupt
    John 'B.J.' Bryant
    • Self - Former Security Officer: Death Row Records
    • (as BJ)
    Hank Caldwell
    • Self - Former President: Death Row Records
    Jonathan Clark
    • Self - Former Executive: Motown Records
    Sean 'Diddy' Combs
    Sean 'Diddy' Combs
    • Self - CEO: Bad Boy Records
    • (archive footage)
    • (as Sean 'P. Diddy' Combs)
    The D.O.C.
    • Self - The D.O.C.
    Ton Def
    • Self - Rap Artist
    Nate Dogg
    Nate Dogg
    • Self - Rap Artist
    Bob Dole
    Bob Dole
    • Self - U.S. Senator
    • (archive footage)
    Dr. Dre
    Dr. Dre
    • Self - Rap Artist…
    Eazy-E
    Eazy-E
    • Self - Member of NWA
    • (archive footage)
    • (as Eazy E)
    Flipsyde
    • Self - Rap Artist
    • (as Flipside)
    Michael Fuchs
    • Self - Former Chairman: Warner Music Group
    • (archive footage)
    Allen Gordon
    • Self - Former Editor: Rap Pages Magazine
    Simone Green
    • Self - Former Staff Photographer: Death Row Records
    • Directors
      • S. Leigh Savidge
      • Jeff Scheftel
    • Writer
      • Jeff Scheftel
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    • Production, box office & more at IMDbPro

    User reviews7

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    7ultraviolated

    Very interesting....

    Well I must say that this documentary was quite interesting. It takes you way back to the early days of "NWA" and the friction between Eric "Easy E" Wright and the true talent of the group, Dr.Dre. It is then that Marion "Suge" Knight steps in to help but he gets taken in by the Industry and develops his own(thug)ways. And in between all of this there are people you haven't heard of talking about their whole Death Row experience but they do paint quite a picture for the audience. There are interviews with Dr.Dre, Suge Knight, and priceless interviews with Snoop Dogg that lets you know that this guy is truly a talent in more ways than one. Bottom line if you can't find a good movie to rent and you see this on the shelve, pick it up and see what all the fuss was about.
    8scottgrib

    Captivating from start to finish

    This documentary surprised me. At first I saw it because I am a rap fan especially of the old Death Row. I was blown away by the style and production of this movie. Two huge things make this documentary worth wild. First off the film is completely impartial. You just get the facts and opinions of those directly involved and few from those outside. The other factor is that other people who aren't rap fans will find this interesting. After my viewing I showed this to many friends and all were deeply interested despite any real interest in rap music. Great topic because of it's controversy and it's impact over the nation. If you give it an honest shot you'll find it interesting and very well done.
    7pred1

    Good flick

    I thought this was a very well done documentary. It keeps the viewer interested from start to finish. I even wanted to see more when it was done! The movie explains all of the different relationships and characters involved in Death Row records. It's very interesting to see how some of these guys started out with nothing, and grew into an empire. Im not even a rap fan, but i found it to be a great documentary. Well worth your time.
    10francoischristana

    Excellent Documentary!

    This documentary, in my opinion, was extremely well-produced. The entire time, it keeps the audience intrigued. Even after it was finished, I yearned for more. The film details how Michael Harris, Suge Knight, and David Kenner each contributed to the founding of Death Row. It covered every person involved in the label and how they contributed such as Dr. Dre, Snoop Dogg, and Tupac. We were able to hear how the company changed from music oriented to gang affiliations which is how death row became the most invincible empire. You should invest the time because it is worthwhile and very informative.
    10Deloreanguy79

    Truth Was The Case They Gave Us

    A documentary that I watched 20 years ago and still feel that it stands on the truth and sincerity watching it today in 2022. I highly recommend this documentary for anyone who loves a good true story.

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    • Connections
      Edited into And You Don't Stop: 30 Years of Hip-Hop (2004)
    • Soundtracks
      Vesti La Giubbia
      Act 1, Canio from "I Pagliacci"

      Written by Ruggero Leoncavallo

      Performed by Gaetano Bardini (Tenor)

      Prague National Theatre Orchestra

      Conducted by Jan Stych

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    • Release date
      • September 25, 2001 (United States)
    • Country of origin
      • United States
    • Official site
      • California Pictures
    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • Добро пожаловать на Death Row
    • Filming locations
      • Southern California, California, USA(Location)
    • Production companies
      • Xenon Pictures
      • Oliver Entertainment
      • KDA Productions
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    • Budget
      • $2,500,000 (estimated)
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    • Runtime
      • 1h 44m(104 min)
    • Color
      • Color
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.78 : 1

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