Plot
20 years after riots ripped through Los Angeles, "Uprising" documents how hip hop forecasted -- and some say ignited -- the worst civil unrest of the 20th century. The film revisits the riots in gripping detail and draws from a diverse collection of voices -- the rappers, rioters, victims, police officers, journalists and everyday citizens of South Central Los Angeles. The documentary traces the rise of dissent in Los Angeles in the 80's and 90's and explores why citizens chose to rise up violently against police abuse and perceived injustices.
Written by
Mark Ford
Directed by
Mark Ford
Crew
Production Countries
United States of America
Production Companies
VH1 Rock Docs, Creature Films
Languages
English
Awards
2 wins & 3 nominations
Scores
# of Votes
156
Average Rating
7.6 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA