Dave Chappelle's Block Party
- Release Date
- September 12, 2005
- Director
- Michel Gondry
- Cast
- Dave Chappelle , Erykah Badu , Isaac ben Ayala , Bilal , Lil' Cease , Cody ChesnuTT
- Runtime
- 103
- Main Genre
- Documentary
- Writers
- Dave Chappelle
- Tagline
- You're invited to the party of the decade!
Summary
A genuine crowd-pleaser, "Dave Chappelle's Block Party" spotlights comedy superstar Dave Chappelle as he presents a Brooklyn neighborhood with its very own once-in-a-lifetime free block party. The unprecedented combination of comedy and music was shot on location. In addition to Mr. Chappelle performing all-new material, the stellar roster of artists includes Kanye West, Mos Def, Talib Kweli, Common, Dead Prez, Erykah Badu, Jill Scott, the Roots, Cody ChesnuTT, Big Daddy Kane, and – reunited for their first performance in over seven years – the Fugees. Academy Award-winning filmmaker Michel Gondry and his "Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind" cinematographer Ellen Kuras capture all of the exclusive performances and crowd excitement on an unforgettable Saturday afternoon and night, as well as (earlier in the week) private rehearsals footage and Mr. Chappelle in the small Ohio town he calls home. In Ohio, Mr. Chappelle wandered through town handing out golden tickets to invite several dozen citizens to join the party, providing transportation and lodging for their first-time-ever visit to Brooklyn. Ohio's Central State University marching band made the trip and helped kick off the festivities at the intersection of Quincy and Downing Streets. As a diverse crowd comes together, Mr. Chappelle's freestyle wit guides them (and us) through a day-long, life-affirming celebration of music and comedy, history and community. The lineup of performers is distinguished not only by the caliber of their music but also by the strength and power that their art draws from keeping their creativity pure. Offering moviegoers front-row seats at a unique entertainment and communal experience, "Dave Chappelle's Block Party" showcases how vital and vibrant music and humor can unite us and help transcend our turbulent times.
latest
SET VISIT: The Green Hornet Strikes Again! Part #2
In the second part of our visit to the set of Sony's new super hero film we talk with the movie's director, villain and take a ride in the Black Beauty!
Why Little Miss Sunshine Was The Best Film of the Year
MovieWeb's Steven Chupnick talks about his favorite movies of 2006.
Michael Gondry Directing Jack Black in Master of Space and Time
Based on the novel by Rudy Rucker, adapted by Daniel Clowes.