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Eminem makes big screen debut in uplifting film ‘8 Mile’

By Lou Gaul Calkins Media Film Critic 1 min read

In “8 Mile,” hip-hop serves as a metaphor for growth, courage and change in an increasingly hostile world, and through music (also penned by the star), the character expresses his rage, desires, fears and ambitions. FILM REVIEW

“8 Mile”

Grade: B+

Starring: Eminem, Kim Basinger, Mekhi Phifer and Brittany Murphy; written by Scott Silver; produced by Brian Grazer, Curtis Hanson and Jimmy Iovine; directed by Curtis Hanson.

Running Time: 105 minutes.

Parental Guide: R rating (non-stop harsh four-letter profanity, sexual elements, some violence, drug use).

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