Big Fun in the Big Town 37 years old

Big Fun in the Big Town

New York, 1986: a city of big dreams and equally big problems. Like New York itself, hip-hop music encompassed both of these human conditions. But hip-hop and its cultural birthplace shared other important characteristics, too: the desire to always be original, a hustle-to-survive ambition, and — if the stars aligned — the ability to come out on top, no matter what the odds. Big Fun in the Big Town is about hip-hop when artistry in the game was still at its center. When skills, not hype, got you your first record deal. When Run-DMC took the reins from Doug E Fresh and Grandmaster Flash, paving the way for hundreds of other hitmakers to follow. When a chart-topping LL Cool J still lived with his Grandmother. When the Latin Quarter was the club to be at on any weekend night. And when artists from all backgrounds could taste their own pop chart dreams, just beyond their reach but still seemingly attainable.

Credits

Big Fun in the Big Town Cast

Name Character
LL Cool J He was 18, now 56 years old as Himself
Doug E. Fresh He was 19, now 57 years old as Himself

Big Fun in the Big Town Crew

Name Department
Bram van Splunteren as Director. He was 34 (now 72) years old Directing
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Big Fun in the Big Town (37 years)

  • Release day: Friday, June 06, 1986
  • Runtime: 41 minutes