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All Eyez On Me Review

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There's a clear sense that this Tupac Shakur biopic is hoping to build on the momentum that started with Straight Outta Compton but, despite an even stronger story, this film pales in comparison. The writers and director never quite get a grip on their subject matter, including far too many inexplicable events and unidentified characters. This means that audiences unfamiliar with Shakur's story will struggle to engage with people and events that lack context and resonance.

Raised by his activist mother Afeni (The Walking Dead's Danai Gurira) in New York, the gifted Tupac (Demetrius Shipp Jr.) starts studying music, acting and dance at art college with his best friend Jada Pinkett (Kat Graham). Then the family moves across the country to Northern California, where he becomes more politically active and starts rapping. Mistreated by his record company, his hot temper lands him in prison, after which Suge Knight (Dominic L. Santana) brings him to Death Row Records. Amid rising fame and fortune, Tupac becomes caught up in an East Coast/West Coast feud with his former friend Biggie Smalls (Jamal Woolard), which takes a fatal turn.

With a story like this, it's odd that the filmmakers opt for such a saintly portrayal of Shakur, completely ignoring his personal life. He seems bizarrely asexual, even when surrounded by near-naked women, and his relationship with fiancee Kidada (Annie Ilonzeh) is non-existent. This is largely because the film's narrative is little more than sequence of moments in Shakur's life jarringly edited together without much connection between them. People wander in and out of these scenes in vast numbers, with some recognisable as famous figures but most just a blur. So the through-line of Shakur's life is a choppy stream of artistry, anger and violence. If the sound mix made it possible to decipher his lyrics, maybe more of this would make sense.

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All Eyez On Me - Trailer and Clips


In 1971, a star was born in the form of Tupac Amaru Shakur; a star who would go on to be one of the most influential faces in the history of hip hop. In 1991, the world exploded in admiration for this pioneering newcomer who brought mastery to the art of rap and appealed to a young generation of hip hop artists especially those who were black, impoverished and affected by gang culture. His themes of racism, police brutality and gritty realities of guns and violence on the street brought a daring truth to the table that few, if any, had tried before. His 1996 album for which this film is named was the most explorative of the latter and his crowning glory, but it came alongside his downfall. After a stretch in prison and a serious conflict with Death Row Records, he would meet his end in a drive-by shooting at the age of just 25. 

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Kat Graham arrives at the 2016 American Music Awards held at the Microsoft Theatre, Los Angeles, California, United States - Sunday 20th November 2016

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Kat Graham at the 2016 Glamour Women of The Year Awards - Los Angeles, California, United States - Tuesday 15th November 2016

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Kat Graham - Friars Club honors Martin Scorsese with Entertainment Icon Award at Cipriani Wall Street at Cipriani Wall Street - New York City, United States - Wednesday 21st September 2016

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Kat Graham and various other celebrities gathered on Saturday night for Entertainment Weekly's annual Comic Con party held at the Hard Rock Hotel in San Diego, California, United States - Sunday 24th July 2016

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Kat Graham - T-Boz Unplugged held at Avalon Hollywood - Arrivals - Los Angeles, California, United States - Monday 7th December 2015

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Video - Nicki Minaj, Jennifer Hudson And Naomi Campbell Shine At The Versus Versace Spring 2015 Show During New York Fashion Week - Part 2


Among some of the famous faces spotted outside the star-studded Versus Versace Spring 2015 show at the Mercedes-Benz New York Fashion Week were supermodel Naomi Campbell and popstars Jennifer Hudson and Nicki Minaj. Versus is an offshoot design brand from Versace which was reborn in 2009.

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Addicted Trailer


Zoe Reynard (Sharon Leal) is beautiful businesswoman who seemingly has everything going for her; she's successful in her work in the art industry, she has the man of any woman's dreams as a husband and a perfect family she wouldn't change for the world. However, things get complicated when she visits the studio of a handsome artist named Quentin Matthews (William Levy) whose work she wishes to license and she stumbles onto a dangerous path of temptation which could threaten her whole life. Unable to resist her urges, she finds herself cheating on her husband Jason (Boris Kodjoe) while trying to combat her addiction like desires through therapy. Unfortunately, Jason soon gets suspicious, and Zoe struggles to work out where her deeprooted problems lie as her family life hangs in the balance. She has to do something to save herself, but just how far will her desperation take her?

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Video - Kat Graham, Claressa Shields And Ski Johnson Spotted On The Red Carpet At 2013 BET Honors - Part 2


A number of TV and music faces appeared on the red carpet at the 2013 BET Honors in Washington DC. Among them were 'The Vampire Diaries' star Kat Graham, Olympic gold medal winning boxer Claressa Shields, R&B band Mint Condition and jazz artist Ski Johnson who poses crouched down with his saxophone to his lips before lying on the floor.

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The Roommate Trailer


The first night in Uni halls is generally a big deal for every teenage, you move into your room and you've got to hope you're going to get a nice person to share with. When Sara moves into her new room she's introduced to her roommate Rebecca. The girls seem to instantly connect and a bond is formed. It seems like both have landed quite nicely and are happy with their new sharing buddy.

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All Eyez On Me Movie Review

All Eyez On Me Movie Review

There's a clear sense that this Tupac Shakur biopic is hoping to build on the...

All Eyez On Me Trailer

All Eyez On Me Trailer

In 1971, a star was born in the form of Tupac Amaru Shakur; a star...

Addicted Trailer

Addicted Trailer

Zoe Reynard (Sharon Leal) is beautiful businesswoman who seemingly has everything going for her; she's...

The Roommate Trailer

The Roommate Trailer

The first night in Uni halls is generally a big deal for every teenage, you...

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