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Felix Gary Gray (born July 17, 1969) is an American director and producer. Gray began his career as a director on numerous critically acclaimed and award-winning music videos, including "It Was a Good Day" by Ice Cube, "Natural Born Killaz" by Dr. Dre and Ice Cube, "Keep Their Heads Ringin'" by Dr. Dre, "Waterfalls" by TLC, and "Ms. Jackson" by Outkast. Gray made his feature-film directorial debut with the comedy Friday (1995). He has since directed the films Set It Off (1996), The Negotiator (1998), The Italian Job (2003), Be Cool (2005), Law Abiding Citizen (2009), and Straight Outta Compton (2015). He also directed the eighth instalment of the Fast & Furious franchise, The Fate of the Furious (2017), which is one of the highest-grossing films of all time. Description above from the Wikipedia article F. Gary Gray, licensed under CC-BY-SA, full list of contributors on Wikipedia.
"Run-DMC: Raising Hell" is a thrilling biopic that tells the incredible story of the iconic rap group Run-DMC, comprising Joseph "Run" Simmons, Darryl "DMC" McDaniels, and Jason "Jam Master Jay" Mizell. Set against the vibrant backdrop of 1980s New York City, the film takes us on a journey through their humble beginnings, meteoric rise to stardom, and the challenges they overcame along the way. Through the gritty neighborhoods of Hollis, Queens, we meet Joseph Simmons and Darryl McDaniels, two childhood friends with a shared passion for music and a dream of making it big. Their encounter with Jason Mizell, a gifted DJ, completes the trio that would go on to revolutionize the music industry. "Raising Hell" is an electrifying exploration of the birth of hip-hop culture, as we witness Run-DMC's trailblazing fusion of rap and rock music, exemplified by their hit single "Walk This Way" with Aerosmith. We delve into their struggles with fame, the pressures of the music industry, and the personal demons they faced, including DMC's battle with alcoholism and Run's transformation into a reverend. Don't miss this unforgettable cinematic experience that celebrates the legacy of one of the most influential groups in music history.
