Is 'Straight Outta Compton' Worth the Hype?

Have you seen Straight Outta Compton? The N.W.A. biopic raked in a staggering $60.2 million on opening weekend, making it the biggest opening for a music biopic. The film tracks a group of teenagers who rose from the slums of their gang-populated neighborhood to the summit of the music industry, only to see it come crashing down. But is the F. Gary Gray movie worth the hype? See this review to find out.

Someone forward you this email? No Sweat! Sign up here to get your own If you're having trouble viewing this email, click here Follow Us Is 'Straight Outta Compton' Worth the Hype? Have you seen Straight Outta Compton? The N.W.A. biopic raked in a staggering $60.2 million on opening weekend, making it the biggest opening for a music biopic. The film tracks a group of teenagers who rose from the slums of their gang-populated neighborhood to the summit of the music industry, only to see it come crashing down. But is the F. Gary Gray movie worth the hype? See this review to find out. Henry Adaso Rap/Hip-Hop Expert Review: Straight Outta Compton There’s comedy, pain and triumph spread all over Straight Outta Compton, from the N.W.A.'s initial listening of "No Vaseline" to a hotel party with groupies gone awry thanks to uninvited guests. READ NOW N.W.A. Members: Where Are They Now? Speaking of N.W.A., what's going on with the group members today? Check in with members of The World's Most Dangerous Crew to find out what they're doing now. READ NOW This Makes Obama the Coolest President Ever President Barack Obama just did something no president would dare do. And this officially makes him the coolest president of our generation. Bravo. READ NOW 25 Best Hip-Hop Films Streaming on Netflix Straight Outta Compton isn't the only great hip-hop film worth seeing. Even if you can't make it out to a theater soon, you can stream these 25 great hip-hop films right now. READ NOW Featured Articles • News: Bishop Ghost Picture, Haunted Puppet, Plane Time Slip... more • Why the Story About Obama's College Transcripts Is a Hoax • Where Are They Now? The Original Woodstock Performers • August 16 in Music History • Russia's 'Tear Drop' Memorial to 9/11 • Usher's 10 Best Songs • 2015 Summer Box Office Winners and Losers! • Ultimate Guide to the 30 Best Boy Bands Of All Time Advertisement About Rap/Hip-Hop  |  Follow Us You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Rap/Hip-Hop newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2015 About.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.