Tougher than Leather (1988)
Directed by Rick Rubin
Genres - Drama |
Sub-Genres - Crime Drama, Rock Musical |
Release Date - Sep 16, 1988 (USA) |
Run Time - 92 min. |
Countries - United States |
MPAA Rating - R
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Synopsis by Dan Pavlides
Rappers Run-DMC star in this low-budget exploitation crime drama. After the trio signs with a production company for a concert tour, their roadie Runny Ray (Raymond White) is killed after he witnesses a drug-related murder. The trio investigate their friend's death and delight in the violent vanquishing of a group of white racists. Concert footage of Run-DMC, Slick Rick, Junkyard Band, The Beastie Boys and other groups is also included.
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killing, murder, music-business, POW/MIA, revenge
