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The Get Down

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The Get Down

IMDb 8.2 (23,959)

Justice Smith, Shameik Moore, Herizen F. Guardiola

2016–2017

A ragtag group of teenagers run wild in the streets of the Bronx in the late 1970s.

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    mjones
    October 18, 2025

    The portrayal of the Bronx in the 70s was raw and authentic, capturing the essence of the hip-hop culture that shaped so much of what we know today. The acting was tight, especially Justice Smith, who brought that realness to the screen. The soundtrack was straight fire, and the show's narrative about the struggle, resilience, and pursuit of dreams resonated deeply with me. It's a powerful watch for anyone who digs the roots of hip-hop and the culture that surrounds it. Rating: 5

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