G-Funk

Jul 11 2018 TV-MA 1h 27m
Documentary, Music

G-Funk is the untold story of three childhood friends from East Long Beach who helped commercialize hip hop by developing a sophisticated and melodic new approach – merging Gangsta Rap with elements of Motown, Funk, and R&B.

Plot

During the early 90s the G Funk style of hip-hop emerged from Los Angeles, combining melodic elements of Motown, Funk, and R&B with socially-aware gangsta rap. For the first time in history, a hip-hop album debuted at #1 on the pop charts and the genre became a staple of mainstream American culture. The movement began with Warren G, Snoop Dogg, and Nate Dogg. As childhood friends, the trio formed the group 213 and were discovered by Death Row Records. Death Row went on to support Snoop Dogg and Nate Dogg, and while the two rose to international stardom, Warren G moved back to Long Beach with hopes of making it on his own. The film follows his rise and the impact of G Funk on pop culture.

Written by

Warren G, Karam Gill

Directed by

Karam Gill

Production Countries

United States of America

Languages

English

Awards

3 wins & 1 nomination total

Scores
# of Votes
312
Average Rating
7.2 out of 10
Metascore
NA
Popularity
NA