On the Come Up (2022)
Directed by Sanaa Lathan
Genres - Drama, Music, Comedy |
Sub-Genres - Musical Comedy, Musical Drama |
Release Date - Sep 23, 2022 (USA - Limited), Sep 23, 2022 (USA) |
Run Time - 115 min. |
Countries - United States |
MPAA Rating - PG13
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Synopsis by Travis Norris
Sanaa Lathan directs the musical drama that tells the story of an up-and-coming rap artist, Bri (Jamila Gray). Bri wants to be a rap musician more than anything and has the skills to put herself on the map. Living with constant hardships, Bri’s family is looking at a possible eviction and nowhere to live. Her rap career is now more than a dream; it is a necessity. Based on the novel written by Angie Thomas.
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Keywords
big-break, Black [race], dreams-of-success, family-responsibilities, hip-hop-music, teenagers
Attributes
Low Production Values
