5 Sides of a Coin

November. 12,2004      
Rating:
8.2
Trailer Synopsis Cast

"5 Sides of a Coin" is a comprehensive overview of the worldwide cultural movement of Hip-Hop.

Afrika Bambaataa as  Himself
Common as  Himself
Biz Markie as  Himself
KRS-One as  Himself
Michael Franti as  Himself
John Lurie as  
DJ Kool Herc as  

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