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Chi-Raq

R20152h 7mSpike Lee

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"No peace. No piece."

A modern day adaptation of the ancient Greek play Lysistrata by Aristophanes, set against the backdrop of gang violence in Chicago.

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Chicago, Illinois

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What is Chi-Raq (2015) about?

A modern day adaptation of the ancient Greek play Lysistrata by Aristophanes, set against the backdrop of gang violence in Chicago.

Who stars in Chi-Raq?

Chi-Raq stars Teyonah Parris (Lysistrata), Nick Cannon (Demetrius 'Chi-Raq' Dupree), Wesley Snipes (Sean 'Cyclops' Andrews), Angela Bassett (Miss Helen Worthy), Samuel L. Jackson (Dolmedes). The film was directed by Spike Lee.

How long is Chi-Raq?

Chi-Raq has a runtime of 2 min and premiered in 2015. It is rated R.

Where can I watch Chi-Raq?

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