Filmmaker Oscar Kightley tells the story of Dawn Raid Entertainment, the iconic South Auckland music label that backed hip-hop and...
Filmmaker Oscar Kightley tells the story of Dawn Raid Entertainment, the iconic South Auckland music label that backed hip-hop and RnB artists like Savage and Aaradhna. Centred on its two founders Andy Murnane and Brotha D, the film charts their rise and fall on the global podium as well as their spiritual rebirth.
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100 %13 reviewsRotten Tomatoes® rating
"It's a hell of a film..."
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Radio New Zealand
Radio New Zealand"An important and entertaining film about culture and identity..."
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Screenhub
Screenhub"Oscar Kightley's affectionate portrait of Brotha D, Andy and their friends is enjoyable even if you're not into the music."
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The Australian
The Australian"An invigorating, uplifting and occassionally heartbreaking Kiwi success story."
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New Zealand Herald
New Zealand Herald"It’s a beautiful balance of oral history, archive and storytelling."
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The Spinoff
The Spinoff"A scarcely believable journey through family, community, ambition, hubris, disaster and triumph."
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Stuff
Stuff"Stop drop and roll to the nearest cinema, one of the best local docos directed by one of New Zealand's best storytellers... needs to be seen."
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Newshub
Newshub"An invigorating look at New Zealand’s own contribution to the hip-hop ideal of the self-made hustler, using words, beats, and street knowledge to make heads nod and hearts open."
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FilmInk
FilmInkDawn Raid | Details
- Runtime
- 98
- Genre
- Documentary, Music
- Country of origin
- New Zealand
