Fear of a Black Hat (1993)

A mockumentary chronicling the rise and fall of NWH, a not particularly talented--or particularly bright but always controversial--hip-hop group.

Director:

Rusty Cundieff

Writer:

Rusty Cundieff

Stars:

Larry B. Scott, Mark Christopher Lawrence, Rusty Cundieff

1 nomination.

Cast

Cast overview, first billed only:
Mark Christopher Lawrence	...	Tone Def
Larry B. Scott	...	Tasty Taste
Rusty Cundieff	...	Ice Cold
Kasi Lemmons	...	Nina Blackburn
Howie Gold	...	Guy Friesch
G. Smokey Campbell	...	Backstage Manager #1
Bobby Mardis	...	Promoter #1
Brad Sanders	...	Promoter #2
Moon Jones	...	Jam Boy
Tim Hutchinson	...	Reggie Clay
Faizon Love	...	Jam Boy (as Faizon)
Deezer D	...	Jam Boy
Darin Scott	...	Security Head
Devin Kamin	...	Vanilla Sherbet (as Devin Kamienny)
Jeff Burr	...	Chicago Cop

Storyline

A mockumentary chronicling the rise and fall of NWH, a not particularly talented--or particularly bright but always controversial--hip-hop group.

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Plot Keywords:

mockumentary | los angeles california | music industry | fake documentary | south central los angeles | 

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Taglines:

It Ain't where ya from. It's where ya HAT At!

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Genres:

Comedy | Music

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Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)

Rated R for pervasive strong language, and for sexuality

Did You Know?

Trivia

When the film was screened at Cannes, the only slot it was allowed was a single midnight showing. Unexpectedly, it became the first film to sell out the slot. It was then extended to several other midnight showings, all of which sold out.

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Goofs

An ITC logo sign is clearly visible to the left in the record company's office.

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Quotes

Ice Cold: The butt is like society...

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Crazy Credits

The movie continues alongside the credits.

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Alternate Versions

The video version differs from the theatrical release in that it features an added video, "A Gangsta's Life Ain't Fun." Some scenes before and after the video are also slightly changed.

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Connections

References Charles in Charge (1984)

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Soundtracks

Fuck The Security Guards
Written by Rusty Cundieff and John Bautista
Performed by Rusty Cundieff, Mark Christopher Lawrence and Larry B. Scott

User Reviews

Brialiant stupid comedy, love it!

This is a really funny film, especially the second, third and fourth time you watch it. It's a pretty short film, and i definitely recommend watching it more than once, you will 'get it' more the second time.

It's like spinal tap but the rap version. It has a lot of attitude in it which can be a negative thing in rap influenced films, but it's just a total p**s take and isn't a problem because of the irony it creates.

Plenty of stand-out bits, one of those types of films which you will find yourself quoting lines with your mates, and it WILL raise laughter.

My personal favourite part is the 'guerrillas in the midst' section. Great video, superb!

Details

Official Sites:

Avatar Records: N.W.H. - Fear of a Black Hat

Country:

USA UK

Language:

English

Release Date:

3 June 1994 (USA)

Also Known As:

The Trial of N.W.H.

Box Office

Budget:

$999,999 (estimated)

Opening Weekend USA:

$15,191, 5 June 1994

Gross USA:

$233,824

Cumulative Worldwide Gross:

$233,824

Company Credits

Production Co:

Incorporated Television Company (ITC), Oakwood Productions

Technical Specs

Runtime:

88 min

Sound Mix:

Ultra Stereo

Color:

Black and White Color

Aspect Ratio:

1.85 : 1