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On the Come Up (2022) ☆☆(2/4): A conventional and messy mix of rap and coming-of-age drama

I saw through nearly everything in “One the Come Up”, a rather conventional mix of rap and coming-of-age drama. This is so predictable and contrived in terms of story and characters that I could easily guess each plot turn it … Continue reading

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Bodied (2017) ☆☆☆(3/4): Aggressive and provocative

Watching “Bodied” was one of the most interesting experiences I had during this year. While I frequently cringed at its no-hold-barred battle rap scenes full of expletives to shock and jolt us, I observed them with considerable fascination, and I … Continue reading

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