The Art of 16 Bars: Get Ya' Bars Up

January. 01,2005

Rating：

7.1

Genre：

Documentary Music

Keywords：

Hip-hop

Trailer Synopsis Cast

Although it might be fun to listen to, freestyling is anything but easy. After all, it's an art form that takes skill, drive and razor-sharp reflexes -- and, usually, plenty of practice. For the first time, the worlds hottest MCs show you how to do it and reveal tips for success, from the basics of how to hold a mic and make a demo to performing live and getting signed.

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Reviews

SpuffyWeb

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Sadly Over-hyped

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A Major Disappointment

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Curapedi

2005/01/03

I cannot think of one single thing that I would change about this film. The acting is incomparable, the directing deft, and the writing poignantly brilliant.

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Fairaher

2005/01/04

The film makes a home in your brain and the only cure is to see it again.

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cblock

2005/01/05

After watching this film I am left wondering why this film isn't getting more attention? This film breaks down the art of the rhyme better then anything I've seen out there. What's really scary is that a film so positive in it's messages and meaning could be so ignored. Yeah, I know it's not Beef but come on, this is a great film. Great insights and interviews, Methods narration is funny and insightful, and it's entertaining as hell! Can't we support something positive? You're missing out if you don't peep this title. Highly recommended for anyone who wants to MC, let me re-phrase that, It's a must for anyone who wants to MC. After watching it inspired me to put down some hot 16's.

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