Review of Nas: Time Is Illmatic (2014) by Marco S — 27 Dec 2014

A good insight into what influenced Nas as he created Illmatic. The scenes shot with his brother back in Queensbridge are especially good.

This review of Nas: Time Is Illmatic (2014) was written by Marco S on 27 Dec 2014.

Nas: Time Is Illmatic has generally received positive reviews.

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Great emotional and historical context to a monumental album. Hip hop lovers will enjoy…

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By John Fink (368) for The Film Stage (3,162) on 26 Feb 2016

Brief, informative and direct, the historical details post-Illmatic grow less interesting, yet the film's first half is electric and engaging…

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By Nelson P (461) on 06 Oct 2014

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By Doss M (1) on 02 Oct 2014

This film Time Is ILLMatic is an Inspiring documentary of Nasir Jones & the making of one of the Greatest Hip Hop Albums of All Time…

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By Adam Graham (720) for Detroit News (2,682) on 09 Oct 2014

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