Question 1

What on-set conflict arose between extras during filming of Krush Groove?

Accepted Answer

Fights broke out between black and Latino extras over hip-hop's origins. Producer Russell Simmons calmed tensions by declaring hip-hop was black-invented but now for everyone.

Question 2

Which actors made their on-screen debut in Krush Groove?

Accepted Answer

LisaGay Hamilton and LL Cool J made their on-screen debut in this film. Chris Rock also made his on-screen debut in an uncredited role.

Question 3

How is Krush Groove connected to Spike Lee's She's Gotta Have It?

Accepted Answer

Spike Lee inquired about working as an assistant director on Krush Groove to help fund his film She's Gotta Have It (1986) but didn't get the job.

Question 4

What real-life record label and management company is the film based on?

Accepted Answer

The film is a fictionalized account of the early days of Def Jam Recordings and Rush Management. Rick Rubin and most musical acts played themselves.

Question 5

Where was at least one scene of Krush Groove shot?

Accepted Answer

At least one scene was shot at the Marble Hill Projects in the south Bronx, viewed as the birthplace of hip-hop music and culture.

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