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Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap (2012): Cast & Ratings

Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap (2012) movie poster

Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap is a 2012 music documentary directed by Andy Baybutt, starring Snoop Dogg, Chuck D. and Dr. Dre. It runs 1 hour 46 minutes and earned $333,388 worldwide. Critics gave it 86% on Rotten Tomatoes and 66 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.1/10.

IMDb rating
7.1/10
Rotten Tomatoes
86%
worldwide gross
$333.4K
Metascore
66
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Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap (2012) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 46m (106 min)
Director
Andy Baybutt
Genres
Music , Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap About?

The premise of Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap without spoilers.

This documentary explores the artistry and creative process of hip-hop’s most influential rappers. Ice-T hosts a series of candid interviews and showcases memorable performances, revealing the humor, passion, and personal stories behind their iconic work. The film offers a unique look at the evolution of rap and the dedication of the artists who shaped a generation's voice and culture, celebrating the power of lyrical expression.

Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap Themes & Keywords

· 17 tags
  • reference to the notorious b.i.g.
  • rap music
  • hip hop
  • reference to tupac shakur
  • interview clips
  • talking to the camera
  • pop culture
  • music history
  • colon in title
  • seven word title
  • black music
  • freestyling
+5 more
  • swearing
  • female rapper
  • rap song
  • rapping
  • rapper
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Cast & crew

Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap Cast

Snoop Dogg leads the cast, with Chuck D. and Dr. Dre. Directed by Andy Baybutt.

Ratings

Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap 86% on Rotten Tomatoes and 66 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 7.1/10.

Box office

Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap Box Office

Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap grossed $333,388 worldwide. $288,000 came from the US and Canada and $45,388 (14%) from the rest of the world.

2012 box office

Worldwide gross

$333.4K

US & Canada
$288K
International
$45.4K
US & Canada 86% Rest of the world 14%
Videos

Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap.

The Art of Rap Official 2012 Trailer (HD)
Details

Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap Also Known As

5 alternative titles, including “Что-то из ничего: Рэп как искусство” and “A Rap művészete: Valami a semmiből”.

Also known as
  • Что-то из ничего: Рэп как искусство
  • A Rap művészete: Valami a semmiből
  • דבר מלא דבר: אמנות הראפ
  • A Arte do Rap
  • 说唱乐的艺术

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FAQ

Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap FAQ: Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap?

Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap runs 1 hour 46 minutes (106 minutes).

When was Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap released?

Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap was released on June 15, 2012.

Who directed Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap?

Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap was directed by Andy Baybutt.

Who is in the cast of Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap?

Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap stars Snoop Dogg, Chuck D. and Dr. Dre.

How much did Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap make at the box office?

Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap grossed $333,388 worldwide ($288,000 domestic, $45,388 international).

How is Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap rated?

Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap has 7.1/10 on IMDb, 86% on Rotten Tomatoes, 66 on Metacritic and 67% on TMDB.

Does Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap have a post-credit scene?

No. Something from Nothing: The Art of Rap has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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