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1h 28m 1997

Brief Synopsis

A docudrama about inner-city teenagers and the ethnic boundaries their "street art" transcends. This "crew" of teens speak through their "pieces" (masterpieces) to the hypocricy of religious, social and business agendas. Because the "crew" uses spray paint instead of stable brushes, their art is sti

Film Details

Release Date
1997

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 28m

Synopsis

A docudrama about inner-city teenagers and the ethnic boundaries their "street art" transcends. This "crew" of teens speak through their "pieces" (masterpieces) to the hypocricy of religious, social and business agendas. Because the "crew" uses spray paint instead of stable brushes, their art is stigmatized as part of gang culture-punished rather than encouraged as a creative outlet.

Film Details

Release Date
1997

Technical Specs

Duration
1h 28m

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Trivia

Miscellaneous Notes

Shown at Independent Feature Film Market (IFFM) in New York City September 14-21, 1997.

16mm

color