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Scratch (2001)

Starring: Marc 7, Afra Director: Doug Pray Rating: R (Restricted) Format: DVD
4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (39 customer reviews)

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  • Actors: Marc 7, Afra, Carlos Aguilar, Akil, The Allies
  • Directors: Doug Pray
  • Producers: John Carluccio, Albert Hughes, Allen Hughes, Brad Blondheim, Ernest Meza
  • Format: Anamorphic, Color, Dolby, DTS Surround Sound, DVD, Widescreen, NTSC
  • Language: English (Dolby Digital 2.0 Stereo), English (Dolby Digital 5.1)
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.85:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rating: R (Restricted)
  • Studio: Palm Pictures
  • DVD Release Date: September 17, 2002
  • Run Time: 92 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (39 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00006AL1G
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #23,724 in Movies & TV (See Bestsellers in Movies & TV)

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    #25 in  Movies & TV > Music Video & Concerts > Rap & Hip-Hop
    #36 in  Movies & TV > Documentary > Music & Performing Arts
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Special Features

  • Disc 1:
  • Additional scenes and extended interviews
  • Artist and crew bios
  • Original theatrical trailer
  • Disc 2:
  • How to Rock a Party: a lesson in the art of DJing with nationally known DJ Z-Trip
  • Sneak Attack: a selection from Wave Twisters
  • A multi-angle do-it-yourself lesson with DJ Qbert
  • Selections from the acclaimed series Battle Sounds
  • A unique sound-to-score music transcription
  • Trailers and music videos

Editorial Reviews

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In the language of hip-hop, the MC raps on top of the beats. The DJ--or turntablist--supplies the beats. Doug Pray's lively documentary is a tribute to these unsung heroes of the "scratch." His approach is neither dry nor academic and is designed as much for the masters of the form as for the fans. Pray was also behind Hype!, which focused on the Seattle scene in the 1980s and 1990s. In his 2002 follow-up, he travels as far back as the 1970s (DJ Kool Herc, Afrika Bambaataa) and roams the U.S. from New York (Gang Starr's DJ Premier) to the Bay Area (DJ Shadow, Q-Bert). After watching the film and grooving to the beat, you're likely to wonder if there's a soundtrack to accompany it. Fortunately, there is--Bill Laswell, producer of Herbie Hancock's seminal "Rockit," is behind a compilation featuring many of the same artists celebrated in Scratch. --Kathleen C. Fennessy


Product Description

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.


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43 of 55 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Somewhat average if not insulting on certain levels...., August 8, 2003
By A Customer
This dvd/vhs is a subpar at best. The fact that someone on here stated," that after the old school(pre-83)Djin started dyin out?!" Its obvious the director didnt really know anything about djin until he saw Qbert at one of these turntablist venues. The fact that you give the pioneers Bambaataa,Kool Herc,Dxt,Theodore,and Jazzy Jay a meager 20 minutes let alone ommit Grandmaster Flash,Charlie Chase,Whiz kid, Scratch on Galaxy, Knights of the Turntables, to name a few is ridiculous! How the hell can you skip dam near 10 years of Djin and go right to Qbert! Wheres the Mixmaster Ice scratch? Howie Tee? Marly Marl?,the Kday mix show Djs?(Julio G,Dr.Dre,Joe Cooley,Aladdin or Uncle Jams Army?( keith Cooley, Dj Pooh,etc..) Oh my God,one the most influencial scratches ever was the Transformer scratch! and that was given as a out take not seen in film with Cashmoney and Jazzy Jeff, like it wasnt important enough or revelant to todays turntablist. Being from the west coast, there is no mention of Joe Cooley at all for his fast rabid scratch style L.A. was known for,even Miami(Dj Mann,Magic Mike,Ghetto style djs)didnt get any love. This is a very inovative period (1984-1990)that is extremly relevant to today,as far as scratchin is concern. Its startin to play like how rap music is viewed today,with the thought of Run Dmc being old school and nothin happen before that.
Scratchin was creative and innovative before 1991 ya'll. One more thing ,"BODY TRICKS", have ALWAYS been part of dj routines,wheres Dj Scratch on here?! check your history and do not follow every little thing that is stated to you as fact on this Dvd cause its not especially from some people who have been doing this for 3-4 years claiming to be old school but have no crates!! only those battle break records! come on!! come correct! This is NOT the complete history of scratchin in my opinion not by a long shot! If your gonna have Dj shadow(dj/producer)talkin about break beats and crate diggin,then you have to have at least prince paul,or pete rock,or marly marl, or especially mantronix on here. This dvd is probably suited for rave/college kids who like soo many are fad jockers, into it one day, out of it the next day.
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9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Essential viewing for the Hip-Hop generation..., September 15, 2003
By Matthew Jaworski (Detroit, MI) - See all my reviews
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I first saw this in the theater with virtually no prior knowledge about it's contents. Needless to say, I was thoroughly impressed. This DVD is a must have for anyone with even a passing interest in DJ culture. A history lesson awaits. This is an excellent product, outlining the evolution of the DJ- from the birth of the break (Kool Herc) to the modern madness of the turntablist. This is an excellent, well-constructed and very entertaining film. Even if you are not into Hip-Hop, chances are you will enjoy this documentary. If you are, I'm sure you have already seen this, if not, BUY IT NOW! This is in my top three all-time documentaries, with 'Dogtown' and 'Freshest Kids'. This is essential viewing for all hipsters.
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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Captures the spirit of Scratch DJ'ing, May 7, 2002
By David Gregory (Bay Area, CA) - See all my reviews
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This was a great film for me for the main reason that my wife understood me much more after watching the film. She understood why I would hold such reverence to my vinyl collection and why I could be so passionate about music... all kinds of music. Scratch brings you right into the mind of DJ's and why they fall in love with the turntable and spends countless hours with them.

If you interest in Hip Hop, you will find this movie very informative and entertaining. A must see for aspiring DJ's.

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Most Recent Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars cool and smart
great movie, it takes you in schratching, says a lot about history, i would recommend to all begining djs, that they know what its all about.......
Published 5 months ago by DJ January

4.0 out of 5 stars Great documentary on hip-hop.
While this documentary is almost 10 years old, it's still a great window into the DJ aspect of hip-hop. Read more
Published 9 months ago by D. Selvy

5.0 out of 5 stars Informative
The documentary was very informative and did a great job at displaying the roots of hip hop and deciphering the difference between hip hop and rap. Read more
Published 16 months ago by C. Mosca

5.0 out of 5 stars WELL DONE
I saw this movie once and I knew I had to own it. It is a very clear and sequenced movie about the art of Hip Hop and turntables. I love this culture. Read more
Published 21 months ago by Lauren J. Weeks

4.0 out of 5 stars 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. Read more
Published on October 23, 2007 by G. Gayares

4.0 out of 5 stars 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... Read more
Published on June 9, 2007 by Philip Edelbrock

5.0 out of 5 stars Absolutely Essential!
Goes down in my favorite hip-hop videos of all time.

My favorites are this, breakin, breakin 2, and freshest kids. Read more
Published on February 7, 2007 by B Dub

5.0 out of 5 stars A genuine treat
From the opening sequence to the closing credits, this DVD presents the story of Hip Hop from its roots to present day. Read more
Published on January 11, 2007 by D. Clements

4.0 out of 5 stars Good documentary, but came up short in the trenches..
This is a good documentary and I can appreciate that it was done since none of the pioneers put one out(like Crazy legz did for Freshest Kids). Read more
Published on May 12, 2006 by maze

4.0 out of 5 stars some very good points
all of the above have good info, and I agree I would like to see a more varied mix, but show it to someone who has no idea about the scene, and they will be impressed.
Published on September 1, 2005 by A. Helfrich

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