From 1968 to 1975, gangs ruled New York City. Beyond the idealistic hopes of the civil rights movement lay a unfocused rage. Neither law enforcement nor social agency could end the escalating bloodshed. Peace came only through the most unlikely and courageous of events that would change the world for generations to come by giving birth to hip-hop culture. Rubble Kings chronicles life during this era of gang rule, tells the story of how a few extraordinary, forgotten people did the impossible, and how their actions impacted New York City and the world over.
Through archival footage Nicholson tells the story of the real Warriors that walked the streets of New York City in the 1970s and the harsh reality of gang life in a city that seemed to be falling apart.
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CLASSIC!!!!!!!Classic!must see doc!!!.Score: 5/5
IncredibleA birds eye view into gritty New York, the Bronx looks almost post apocalyptic. It's a true story told by the fortunate people to survive it, and I loved every minute!.Score: 5/5
The Gang Member Who Had The Opportunity to EvolveThe film provides the missing narrative to what happened to Blacks and Latinos who lived in urban poverty between the Civil Rights and Reagan Eras. #RubbleKings is a must watch for any Black or Latino person who is apart of a street organization. For instance, the Ghetto Brothers demonstrates how the ideas and political education of the previous generation, survived with some street organizations. Dr. Gerald Horne addresses the relationship between the street organizations and the Black Panther Party in his book on the Watts Riots. As a doctoral student who grew up as an Gangster Disciple in the Midwest, I appreciate this film. I want for every individual who comes from the hood to evolve out of that mentality that is counterproductive to our progress, and become a instruments for our liberation..Score: 5/5
SOMETHING EVERY MILLENNIAL SHOULD WATCH!I was fortunate enough to see this movie on the big screen very recently. I was born in 1991 in the Bronx and did not have a clue-visually, how NYC looked like. I can almost taste the environment and feel the danger..Score: 5/5
Powerful Film!This film is so powerful words can't begin to describe. The message is clear yet not overstated. The footage is unbelievable. Kudos to the director for making such a bold statement! Peace over violence! I walked away feeling inspired and empowered by this beautiful piece of history..Score: 5/5
Great isn't the word Awesome DocumentaryI lived in the bronx. I'm only 31 However, I love learning about the history of places I lived. There's so many untold stories about New York Urban areas. We all have to thank the Creator of this docmentary "Shan Nicholson" for providing an exciting fact filled documentary. ---- @churchjohnson (Instagram Name).Score: 5/5
KEEPING THE CULTURE ALIVEAs a Zulu leader & artist who paints many flags & colors for clubs & allies worldwide I get to know many of the members first hand & understand the love the pride & rich history behind each jacket or cut. Unfortunately this isn't common knowledge & with the popularity of outlaw biker TV shows & culture these days it's important that our history not just "his story" gets told. RUBBLE KINGS does just that! In the spirit of historic films like the Warriors it shows the true Outlaw culture of the South Bronx & the surrounding New York Burroughs. Unlike the films of the past RUBBLE KINGS shows how this New York Outlaw culture not only spread worldwide but started the Worldwide Global cultural phenomenon we know as Hip Hop. With commentary from original gang members to Hip Hop pioneers & even corrupt NYC politicians RUBBLE KINGS gives you the truth uncensored & does a perfect job of keeping the culture alive..Score: 5/5
EXCELLENT DOCUMENTARYI SAW THIS DOCUMENTARY THIS WEEK AND I LOVE EVERY MINUTE OF THIS DOCUMENTARY...PURCHASE THIS DOCUMENTARY A MUST SEE....Score: 5/5
RUBBLE KINGSWith so many of today's rappers being mainstream corporate puppets and/or brain dead ignoramuses, it is easy to forget that hip hop culture was started by radical revolutionaries. Warring tribes of kids who had the revelation that by coming together in peace they could uplift, not only their own communities, but the whole planet! Never has this story been told so well as by RubbleKings. This film is a work of art and activism that has the power to reconnect lost generations with the original purpose of the modern world's most pervasive and persistent culture..Score: 5/5
Buy this film NOW!!!I've been watching this film from when it was just an idea and to see what it has become brings me nothing but joy! This film tells a story that has never been told before and we all have to applaud shan nicholson for his vision, dedication & passion. New York City stand up!!.Score: 5/5
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