Scratch

USA 2001, 255 minutes
Dir. Doug Pray
English
Rating: [M]
Genres: Music, Documentary / R&B/Hip-hop

Aroview: Comprehensive coverage of the evolution of DJing as an artform, from its formative years in the early 80s to its establishment as a movement known as 'turntablism'.

Both an insightful historical document and an entertaining glimpse into the world of underground hip-hop, the film skilfully intercuts footage at several high-profile DJ contests with commentary from ambitous unknowns, luminaries (DJ Shadow, Beastie Boy Mix Master Mike, Q-bert, Rob Swift, DJ Swamp) and pioneers like Afrika Bambaataa, Jazzy Jay, and Grand Mixer DXT.

NZ International Film Festival 2002

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4 stars (Very Good) A great historical and inspiring documentary about the origins and movement of turntablism in hip-hop, if this doesn't spark your interest in DJing then nothing will. ~Tom H
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3 stars (Good Enough) Well worth watching even for nonfans of this form of music. ~Tubbs