Nerdcore Rising (2008)

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Born out of the internet, nerdcore hip-hop is a genre of music created by computer-obsessed geeks. In this documentary, filmmaker Negin Farsad explores the musical phenomenon in which rappers boast not about money and cars, but Magic: The Gathering and internet porn addiction. With appearances by… More Born out of the internet, nerdcore hip-hop is a genre of music created by computer-obsessed geeks. In this documentary, filmmaker Negin Farsad explores the musical phenomenon in which rappers boast not about money and cars, but Magic: The Gathering and internet porn addiction. With appearances by such nerdcore mainstays as MC Frontalot and MC Chris, this film offers an entertaining look at a rapidly expanding musical subculture. ~ Jason Buchanan, Rovi

Rating, Runtime: Unrated, 1 hr. 22 min.
Directed By: Negin Farsad, Kim Gatewood
Genres: Musical & Performing Arts, Documentary

In Theaters: Mar 9, 2008 Wide
On DVD: Sep 15, 2009
Studio: Vaguely Qualified Productions

Critic Reviews

Andrew O'Hehir, Salon.com
Hilarious and delightful.
Jette Kernion, Cinematical
None of this is especially new, but the band members are funny enough to keep you interested, especially if you like group Wookie imitations.

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