Style Wars
directed by: Tony Silver, year: 1983
actors: Dondi, Skeme, Kase 2
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Description:
Style Wars is a pivotal documentary from 1983 that delves into the vibrant and burgeoning subculture of graffiti and hip hop in New York City. Directed by Tony Silver, the film captures the raw energy and creative expression of young graffiti artists who use the city's subway trains as their canvas. It offers a compelling look at the struggles and triumphs of these artists, as well as the city's attempts to control and curb their art form, making it a seminal piece on urban expression and youth culture.
Keywords:
Documentary, Graffiti, Hip Hop, Urban Culture, 1980s
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