Rhyme and Punishment (2011): reparto, argumento y streaming

Released in 2011, Rhyme and Punishment is a música and documental film directed by Peter Spirer, running about 98 minutes. “From the streets to the studio... to the cellblock” — that tagline sets the tone.

What it’s about. The gritty elements of urban crime and violence have always had an influence on hip hop culture and rap music. More and more, the trappings of street life have landed popular rap artists behind bars - and not just for a music video shoot. What happens when a rapper who has everything suddenly has his freedom stripped away and is forced to deal with the harsh realities of prison? "Rhyme and Punishment" takes an in-depth look at the role of prison in hip hop culture, and reveals the side of the story that is not being covered by the news and popular media. The true and personal stories of hip hop artists who are, have been, or are soon to be incarcerated, in their own words. Featuring intimate and compelling interviews with convicted rappers Beanie Sigel, Prodigy, Cassidy, Project Pat, Immortal Technique, Slick Rick and many more.

Who’s in it. Rhyme and Punishment stars KRS-One as Himself, Beanie Sigel as Himself, Prodigy as Himself and Immortal Technique as Himself, among others.

Where to watch. In Estados Unidos you can stream it on ALLBLK Apple TV channel and ALLBLK Amazon channel and rent or buy it from Amazon Video. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Rhyme and Punishment page.

If you liked it. Fans of Rhyme and Punishment tend to enjoy Whiplash, Coco, Green Book and La leyenda del pianista en el océano.