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808

1h 34m2015Alex Dunn
IMDb 7.2 · Rotten Tomatoes 100%
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"The heart of the beat that changed music."

The inspiring story of the Roland TR808, from the creation of Planet Rock which established it as a dynamic modern instrument, to how it defined hip hop and modern dance culture, through to its continued use today.

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What is 808 (2015) about?

The inspiring story of the Roland TR808, from the creation of Planet Rock which established it as a dynamic modern instrument, to how it defined hip hop and modern dance culture, through to its continued use today.

Who stars in 808?

808 stars Phil Collins (Self), Damon Albarn (Self), Arthur Baker (Self), Afrika Bambaataa (Self), Chris Barbosa (Self). The film was directed by Alex Dunn.

How long is 808?

808 has a runtime of 1 min and premiered in 2015.

Is 808 worth watching?

808 holds an IMDb rating of 7.2/10. On Rotten Tomatoes it scores 100. Fans of Music, Documentary are most likely to enjoy it — TasteRay can tell you how well it matches your personal taste.

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