DMX Movies
Rap star DMX is following in the footsteps of Ice-T, LL Cool J, Ice Cube, Tupac Shakur, and countless other rappers who have moonlighted as actors. But if the great box office or the critical acclaim he received for his performance in the otherwise-maligned Exit Wounds means anything, chances are moviegoers will be seeing a lot more of him.Born as Earl Simmons on December 18, 1970, in Baltimore, MD, DMX got his start in the music industry as DJ within the Yonkers Street School Projects and rose to prominence guesting on tracks by LL Cool J and the Lox. Shortly after his first album debuted at the top of the Billboard charts, DMX took his first starring role in Belly, hip-hop video director Hype Williams' visually stunning but completely incomprehensible first feature. The film flopped and few noticed DMX's turn as a hyperviolent, drug-addled thug. But Belly's critical and financial shortcomings didn't deter him from acting again. He had a small role in Romeo Must Die and earned critical acclaim for his role as an enigmatic, shady businessman in Exit Wounds, which mirrored DMX's musical career by debuting atop the box office, eventually raking in upwards of 50 million dollars. ~ Stephanie M. Kuenn, All Movie Guide
An Army Ranger discovers a clan of nightclubbing vampires while investigating the murder of his parents in this Indifferent Entertainment production. Vinnie Jones, Michael Madsen, DMX and Armand Assante fill out the cast in the Charles Picerni-directed horror flick. ~ Jeremy Wheeler, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Vinnie Jones, Michael Matthias, (more)
A young boy from an abusive home steals an ancient demonic writing tool, only to learn that vengeance dies hard after conjuring a killer serpent that eats his father alive. Alan Cade was ten years old and frightened. His father was a violent alcoholic, and in order to avoid contact, Alan and his best friend Becky would embark on long adventures though the local forests and farmhouses. On one such excursion, Alan and Becky wandered into the dilapidated hut of Crazy Kirabo, an elderly voodoo priest. Before leaving, Alan swiped a box containing the Kulev Stick, an evil drawing tool used for revenge. Returning home to find his father in a drunken rage, Alan draws a giant serpent and is shocked to see the creature slither out from the earth and bite off his father's head. Terrified, Alan buries the Kulev Stick in the ground near their home. Flash forward 20 years, and Alan is married to Becky and living in his childhood home. When Becky is accidentally killed by a group of reckless, vacationing teens, the grieving Alan uses the Kulev Stick to awaken the bloodthirsty serpent once again. Now, as the serpent begins killing the vacationing teens, it's up to Crazy Kirabo's grandson Nick (DMX), an Army special ops veteran, to destroy the creature and break the cycle of vengeance. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- DMX
DMX and Kris Kristofferson star as two men who share a similar goal despite operating on opposite sides of the law in this action thriller set in post-Hurricane Katrina New Orleans and centering on the search for a dangerous Mexican drug lord. New Orleans is in the cold grip of chaos, providing the perfect cover for Mexican drug lord Santiago Rodriguez to stage a daring escape from a local jail. Aiding Rodriguez in his escape is his powerful uncle, the notorious head of the Catalina Cartel. But in return for getting him out of jail, Rodriguez must pay his uncle the $15 million that his girlfriend stashed away after he was arrested. But getting his cash back will be no simple task for the crafty escaped convict, because standing in the way is a veteran cop (Kristofferson) determined to put Rodriguez back behind bars, and a notorious hit-man (DMX) seeking to settle the score for the death of his niece. With death closing in from one side and justice fast gaining ground on the other, the only hope for this dangerous drug lord is to escape in a hail or gunfire, or die trying. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- DMX, Kris Kristofferson, (more)
DMX, Clifton Powell, and Vivica A. Foxx star in director Phenomenon's inspirational tale of a well-meaning religious leader whose questionable business decision ignites a shocking scandal. Bishop Calvin Jacobs (Powell) is the kind of pastor who is relied on by the community and trusted by his loyal congregation. When Bishop Jacobs realizes during a board meeting that the church's funds have apparently been plundered, he rightly discerns that the church is in very real danger of having to closing its doors. Desperate, Bishop Jacobs subsequently accepts a substantial loan from an international tycoon involved in some seriously shady dealings. When in "innocent" loan ignites an international scandal and a beloved church leader loses his life, the same religious leader who once turned to the dark side in hopes of keeping his ministry alive must now repent and seek the forgiveness of a higher power if he hopes to set things right. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- DMX, Clifton Powell, (more)
A powerful drug dealer has taken control of New Orleans, but as the authorities scramble to stop the bloodshed things only get worse in this violent thriller starring DMX, Lou Diamond Phillips, Leila Arcieri, and Keshia Knight Pulliam. "The Dog" (DMX) is a drug dealer who will stop at nothing to be the number one bad boy in the Big Easy. His ruthlessness is legendary, and his power far reaching. But the authorities are onto "The Dog," and now the time has come to put this pit-bull to sleep. Will they accomplish their mission before any more innocent lives are lost, or could it be that New Orleans' top dog is truly above the law? ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- DMX, Lou Diamond Phillips, (more)
DMX, Michael Madsen, Paul Sorvino, and David Carradine star in first-time feature filmmaker Kobé's thriller concerning a man who is summoned to a remote house in China by his deceased father, only to discover upon arriving that he isn't the only person on the guest list. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- DMX, Michael Madsen, (more)
From a script from first-time scribe James Gibson comes this filmed adaptation of ex-gangster Donald Goines' 1974 novel Never Die Alone. Directed by Ernest R. Dickerson (Juice, Bones), the films stars David Arquette as Paul Pawlowski, a reporter who takes an interest in gang kingpin King David, played by rapper/actor DMX. When King David is killed, Pawlowski happens upon the criminal's journal and envelops himself in his story. From there, the rise and fall of King David is covered in flashbacks as Pawlowski makes his way through the diary. Aisha Tyler and Jennifer Sky co-star. ~ Matthew Tobey, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- DMX, David Arquette, (more)
Documentary filmmaker Peter Spirer directed this follow-up to his film Beef. Just like the first movie, Beef II studies the many feuds that both fuel and plague the world of hip-hop music. Featuring narration by actor Keith David (Platoon, Clockers), the film features interview with such rap stars as Cypress Hill, 50 Cent, Nelly, Ice Cube, Sticky Fingaz, and many others. ~ Matthew Tobey, All Movie Guide
- 2004
This documentary includes footage from a number of extreme motorcycle stunts. The filmmakers not only include clips of successful death-defying jumps, but they also showcase some spectacular accidents. ~ Perry Seibert, All Movie Guide
- 2003
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For fans who wonder just what the life of a hip-hop heavyweight is really all about, this magazine-style look at such mega-platinum rap and hip-hop stars as 50 Cent, Snoop Gogg, Beanie Man, and Wyclef Jean offers a tantalizing look at some of the most influential artists in contemporary music. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide
A thief and a lawman join forces to hunt down a common enemy in this action thriller. Tony Fait (DMX) is a master thief who, along with his crew (Gabrielle Union, Anthony Anderson, and Drag-On), pulls off a major score when they steal a cache of highly valuable black diamonds. However, the hard-as-nails Tony has a soft spot for his young daughter Vanessa (Paige Hurd), and Ling (Mark Dacascos), a former detective turned ruthless criminal, kidnaps Vanessa, demanding a ransom from Tony for her return -- the stash of black diamonds. The jewels have already been stolen, however, from Tony's fence Archie (Tom Arnold), and are now in the hands of a powerful underworld boss (Chi McBride). Determined to get back his daughter whatever the cost, Tony and his gang set out to find both Ling and the diamonds, but he soon gets some invaluable help from an unlikely corner -- Su (Jet Li), a government agent from Taiwan who was once Ling's partner, and has an old score to settle with him. Cradle 2 the Grave also features Kelly Hu and Roxana Brusso. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide
- 2002
Hip-Hop Uncensored Volume 3: Hustlemania follows the lives of rap stars DMX, Eminem, D-12, Juvenile, and others. See them rehearsing, traveling to gigs, recording their songs, and partying backstage. ~ Perry Seibert, All Movie Guide
Multi-faceted hip-hop artist DMX gives his fans an in-depth look at the many sides of his musical and personal lives in this special compilation video. DMX: Angel features music videos for all the hits from DMX's first four multi-platinum albums; an inside look at the making of the album ...And Then There Was X; a biographical portrait of the man behind the music; footage of DMX and his friends on the road during their first major concert tour; and a short film called Angel, in which DMX stars with Mary J. Blige in a tale of one man's struggle to gain fame without losing his soul. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide
From Ventura Distribution comes Ruff Ryders, a look at the family of hip-hop artists that make up the Ruff Ryder family. Some of the artists featured include DMX, Eve, Drag-On, L.O.X. (Jadakiss, Styles P, and Sheek), Infa-Red, Cross, Swizz Beats, PK, and DJ Shok. The 2001 release runs a total of 90 minutes. ~ Matthew Tobey, All Movie Guide
Returning to his action feature terrain after a short hiatus, Steven Seagal plays Orin Boyd, a maverick Detroit detective with an unconventional way of taking down foes. After a failed intervention in a terrorist kidnapping case that humiliates his superiors, Boyd -- who is hailed as a top-drawer investigator but frowned upon for his tactics -- is forced to do time in a tough downtown precinct. After discovering the covert drug operation performed by several corrupt cops at his new assignment, he decides to break the rules yet again. While the cops are planning a massive heroin deal with big-time gangster Latrell Walker (DMX), Boyd finds that Latrell is not who he once was, and Boyd persuades him to assist in bringing an end to the amoral police influence that helped ruin him. Exit Wounds is the second film from cinematographer-turned-director Andrzej Bartkowiak (Romeo Must Die) and also features Tom Arnold, Isaiah Washington, and Jill Hennessy. ~ Jason Clark, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Steven Seagal, DMX, (more)
- 2000
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The feature directorial and screenwriting debut of 21-year-old Russian-born, American-bred Val Lik, Boricua's Bond is a harsh portrait of life in one of New York's tougher neighborhoods. Tommy (salsa star Frankie Negron) is a young Puerto Rican painter who is part of a tight circle of friends that include the rowdy Axel (Ramses Ignacio) and Rose (Kaleena Justiniano), a young woman for whom Tommy has obvious affection. His friends are impressed with Tommy's dedication when he sells a canvas for cash to bail his brother Antonio (Jesglar Cabral) out of jail, but they maintain their own dedication to harassing various denizens of their neighborhood. Their latest target is WASP-ish Allen (director Lik), the new kid on the block, who lives with his single mother, Susan (Robyn Karp). Allen stands up to Tommy's friends, leading Tommy to invite him to join their circle, but a neighborhood cop, Highlander (Marco Sorisio), warns Allen to stick to his own kind. Things get ugly after Highlander visits Allen's home and makes a botched come-on to Susan. ~ Rebecca Flint Marx, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Frankie Negron, Val Lik, (more)
William Shakespeare's streak as the hottest storyteller in Hollywood continues with this modern-dress variation on Romeo and Juliet. In this loose adaptation, Hang Sing (Jet Li) is a former police officer from Hong Kong who comes to the United States following the death of his brother, the leader of an Asian crime ring. Hang Sing discovers that his brother had become involved in a turf battle with an African-American gang, led by Isaak (Delroy Lindo). But his blood lust begins to subside when he falls in love with Isaak's daughter Trish (Aaliyah) and finds himself torn between his affection for her and his desire for justice against the men who killed his brother. Romeo Must Die was the directorial debut of noted cinematographer Andrzej Bartkowiak; the supporting cast includes Russell Wong and Isaiah Washington. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Aaliyah, Anthony Anderson, (more)
In 1998, rapper Jay-Z's third album, Vol. 2: Hard Knock Life made him one of hip-hop's biggest crossover acts, with the single "Hard Knock Life" becoming a major hit on radio and the sales charts. In 1999, Jay-Z, who also runs the hip-hop oriented Rock-A-Fella Records label, launched a major concert tour, in which he joined forces with fellow rappers Method Man, DMX, and Redman for a road trip that packed halls at 54 shows in two months, earning $18 million at the turnstiles. This documentary takes a close look at the music Jay-Z and his friends created onstage, as well as their adventures -- both positive and negative -- as they take one of rap's biggest shows on the road. Hard Knock Life Tour also features new music from The Lox, Memphis Bleek, and T-Boz from the R&B group TLC. Incidentally, if the title sounds a bit familiar to non-rap fans, it may be because it was sampled from a song featured in the musical Annie. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide
- 2000
This 2000 episode of Saturday Night Live is hosted by Julianna Margulies and features musical guest DMX. ~ Skyler Miller, All Movie Guide
- Starring:
- Julianna Margulies, DMX, (more)
- 1999
For the absolute best in the world of hip-hop music, why not go straight to The Source? Collecting some of the hottest acts on the scene onto one stage for an unforgettable night of music and awards, the 1999 Hip-Hop Music Awards features such talented performers as Lauryn Hill, Puff Daddy, DMX, and many, many more. ~ Jason Buchanan, All Movie Guide
Music video director Hype Williams made his feature film debut with this visually inventive urban drama. Tommy Brown (DMX) and his friend Sincere (Nas) are gangsters who have learned how to make a good living by dealing drugs and pulling armed robberies. Tommy and Sincere have been able to move out of the ghetto in Queens where they were raised and relocate to an upscale section of Manhattan; they would seem to have it made, but both realize that their lives are headed toward a dead end. Sincere begins getting in touch with his African roots and tries to convince his girlfriend Tionne (Tionne "T-Boz" Watkins) that they should emigrate to the Motherland, while Tommy has a religious awakening and joins the Nation of Islam. Along with top-selling rappers DMX and Nas, hip-hop artist Method Man and R&B singer Taral Hicks also appear. ~ Mark Deming, All Movie Guide
