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Released Year: 2004
Runtime: 109 minutes
Genre: Documentary
Directors: Patrick Paulson, Michael John Warren
Casts: Beyoncé Knowles, Sean Combs, Jay-Z, Mary J. Blige, Rick Rubin, Kanye West, Ghostface Killah, Memphis Bleek, Funkmaster Flex, Foxy Brown, Missy Elliott
Ratings: 
(9 votes, average: 2.78 out of 5)
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Washington Post -
A spectacular concert documentary that also gives some fascinating insights into the making of "The Black Album."
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Entertainment Weekly -
The man has the right to retire, but what will he do with all the words in his head?
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The New York Times -
Even if the film could use some trimming, its hip-hop splendor proves hype-worthy.
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Chicago Tribune -
Whether a legend was born (or retired) that night at the Garden remains to be seen, but even on film, it was one killer show.
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Miami Herald -
He'll be back; he's already back. But that doesn't mean the ''farewell'' wasn't worth it.
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Jay Z Fade to Black (2004)
An intimate look at hip-hop artist Shawn Carter, Jay-Z, revealing the multiple Grammy Award winning artist as never before, from his background and rise to fame to the recording of his last album. The film chronicles the legendary concert of Jay-Z's performance at Madison Square Garden in November 2003. In an unprecedented event, a hip-hop artist sold out an arena in only two hours. Nearly one year later, fans and artists alike still reflect on this monumental musical night. The event was a spectacular culmination of Jay-Z's recording career prior to his self-proclaimed retirement from solo performing. Yet this one night also defined a musical generation, showcasing the evolution and reach of the world's most popular music genre. Guest performers included Jay-Z's closest friends and music industry colleagues: Beyoncé, Mary J. Blige, Missy Elliott, R. Kelly, Foxy Brown, Pharrell, and Questlove and The Illadelphonics along with appearances by hip hop icons Damon Dash.
Jay Z Fade to Black (2004)
(9 votes, average: 2.78 out of 5)Loading...
Information
Released Year: 2004
Runtime: 109 minutes
Genre: Documentary
Directors: Patrick Paulson, Michael John Warren
Casts: Beyoncé Knowles, Sean Combs, Jay-Z, Mary J. Blige, Rick Rubin, Kanye West, Ghostface Killah, Memphis Bleek, Funkmaster Flex, Foxy Brown, Missy Elliott
Storyline
An intimate look at hip-hop artist Shawn Carter, Jay-Z, revealing the multiple Grammy Award winning artist as never before, from his background and rise to fame to the recording of his last album. The film chronicles the legendary concert of Jay-Z's performance at Madison Square Garden in November 2003. In an unprecedented event, a hip-hop artist sold out an arena in only two hours. Nearly one year later, fans and artists alike still reflect on this monumental musical night. The event was a spectacular culmination of Jay-Z's recording career prior to his self-proclaimed retirement from solo performing. Yet this one night also defined a musical generation, showcasing the evolution and reach of the world's most popular music genre. Guest performers included Jay-Z's closest friends and music industry colleagues: Beyoncé, Mary J. Blige, Missy Elliott, R. Kelly, Foxy Brown, Pharrell, and Questlove and The Illadelphonics along with appearances by hip hop icons Damon Dash.
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Reviews
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Washington Post -
A spectacular concert documentary that also gives some fascinating insights into the making of "The Black Album."
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Entertainment Weekly -
The man has the right to retire, but what will he do with all the words in his head?
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The New York Times -
Even if the film could use some trimming, its hip-hop splendor proves hype-worthy.
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Chicago Tribune -
Whether a legend was born (or retired) that night at the Garden remains to be seen, but even on film, it was one killer show.
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Miami Herald -
He'll be back; he's already back. But that doesn't mean the ''farewell'' wasn't worth it.
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