Plot — What is JAY-Z: Fade to Black about?
An intimate look at hip-hop artist Shawn Carter, Jay-Z, revealing the multiple Grammy Award winning artist as never before, from his background and rise to fame to the recording of his last album. The film chronicles the legendary concert of Jay-Z's performance at Madison Square Garden in November 2003. In an unprecedented event, a hip-hop artist sold out an arena in only two hours. Nearly one year later, fans and artists alike still reflect on this monumental musical night. The event was a spectacular culmination of Jay-Z's recording career prior to his self-proclaimed retirement from solo performing. Yet this one night also defined a musical generation, showcasing the evolution and reach of the world's most popular music genre. Guest performers included Jay-Z's closest friends and music industry colleagues: Beyoncé, Mary J. Blige, Missy Elliott, R. Kelly, Foxy Brown, Pharrell, and Questlove and The Illadelphonics along with appearances by hip hop icons Damon Dash.
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Quick Facts
| Type | Movie |
| Released | 2004 |
| Genre | Documentary, Music |
| Language | English |
| Runtime | 109 min |
| Audience Score | 68% (6.8/10, 20 votes) |
JAY-Z: Fade to Black — FAQ
Is JAY-Z: Fade to Black worth watching? JAY-Z: Fade to Black holds a 6.8/10 rating from 20 viewers. An intimate look at hip-hop artist Shawn Carter, Jay-Z, revealing the multiple Grammy Award winning artist as never before, from his background and rise to fame to the recording of his last album. The film chronicles the
Who directed JAY-Z: Fade to Black? Directed by Patrick Paulson.
Who is in the cast of JAY-Z: Fade to Black? It stars JAŸ-Z, Beyoncé, Mary J. Blige, Rick Rubin, Sean Combs, Ye and more.
Where can I stream JAY-Z: Fade to Black? Streaming availability for JAY-Z: Fade to Black is listed above when a platform is confirmed. MovieLink App is an info guide and hosts no files.
When did JAY-Z: Fade to Black release? It released in 2004.
