Welcome to Death Row
Released: September 25, 2001Runtime: 104 min
The record label Death Row Records has, since its creation in 1993, been synonymous with the American hip-hop climate. Formed by ex-bodyguard Suge Knight, the label has released seminal rap albums from luminaries including Dr. Dre, Snoop Doggy Dogg, and the famous hip-hop martyr Tupac Shakur. WELCOME TO DEATH ROW is a fascinating, well-researched documentary which explores the history of this intriguing and incredibly significant company.
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- Frank Alexanderas Self - Tupac Shakur's Bodyguard
- Sam Gideon Ansonas Self - Investigative Reporter: L.A. Weekly
- William J Bennettas Self
- Lamont Blumfieldas Self - Artist Manager: Kurupt
- John B J Bryantas Self - Former Security Officer: Death Row Records
- Hank Caldwellas Self - Former President: Death Row Records
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Frank Alexander
as Self - Tupac Shakur's Bodyguard
Sam Gideon Anson
as Self - Investigative Reporter: L.A. Weekly
William J Bennett
as Self
Lamont Blumfield
as Self - Artist Manager: Kurupt
John B J Bryant
as Self - Former Security Officer: Death Row Records
Hank Caldwell
as Self - Former President: Death Row Records
Jonathan Clark
as Self - Former Executive: Motown Records
Sean Diddy Combs
as Self - CEO: Bad Boy Records
The D O C
as Self - The D.O.C.
Ton Def
as Self - Rap Artist
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