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8 Mile (2002) | Seeing MCs Fight At Rap Battles


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Degens Andy S and Brandon Bombay grab two mics, and two helpings of mom's spaghetti to talk about "8 Mile" on 313 Day. Bombay kicks it off by reminiscing about the time he saw an MC try to physically murder another MC in the middle of a rap battle. Then the fellas discuss this sports movie disguised as a hip hop semi-biopic that features one of the most unforgettable endings. Eminem and Co. wisely decided to recruit Curtis Hanson — one of the best directors working at that time — to help elevate the film from trailer trash pulp to something bordering on prestige. Filmed at the height of the rapper's fame, the cast is buoyed by incredible talent including Kim Basinger embracing her Hot Mom era with gusto. The guys also talk about Mekhi Pfifer unconvincing dreads, and Cheddar Bob's general annoyingness. Besides Slim Shady however, the real star is the city of Detroit, as the grit and culture of Motown seeps through virtually every frame. Whether you're from the inner city, the 810, or even if you went to Cranbrook (that's a private school), you'll find something you love about this episode. 

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