Scratch
April 28, 2008
Director Doug Pray (Hype) pays tribute to the innovative art of DJing in the electrifying documentary Scratch. Featuring the most legendary figures in the DJ scene, Pray’s film is at once a deeply insightful historical document and a highly entertaining glimpse into the world of underground hip-hop. Modern luminaries such as DJ Shadow, Mix Master Mike (of the Beastie Boys), DJ Q-bert, Rob Swift, and DJ Swamp are interviewed alongside living legends like Afrika Bambaataa, Jazzy Jay, and Grand Mixer DXT, in order to paint a broad, comprehensive picture of how DJing has evolved over the years.
Seamlessly cutting between interviews and actual footage filmed at several high-profile DJing contests including Skratchcon 2000 and the DMC U.S. Finals, Pray’s film is a must-see for both seasoned fans and the uninitiated, a celebration of one of the late-20th century’s most thrilling, original musical movements.
Customer Review: VERY INTERESTING DVD
I really liked this DVD. The world of the scratch DJ opened my eyes. Most people don’t know much about the scratch DJ, but it’s definitely a legitimate art form. Loved the interview and profile with DJ Qbert. I’m a little biased cause I’ve known him since middle school. Hehe. But honestly, this DVD is really interesting. A lot I didn’t know. Check it out yourself.
Customer Review: Great, interesting, but not completely comprehensive
I would have liked to see this be more up to date, and a bit more comprehensive. The DVD case lists DJ Krush (whom I am a fan of) as one of the DJ’s featured, but it only very quickly just shows him and mentions his name which I thought was a bit cheap. The piece on DJ Shadow was interesting. I like the different aspects the movie covers: technical, social, history, as well as a taste of some of the personalities.
DVD extras are interesting. Particularly some of the instructional how-to stuff. Almost makes me want to get some equipment and try it! Buy from here…
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