JAY-Z: Fade to Black (2004)
1h 49m
Running Time
November 5, 2004Release Date
JAY-Z: Fade to Black (2004)
1h 49m
Running Time
November 5, 2004Release Date
Network & Production Companies


Plot.
An intimate look at hip-hop artist Shawn Carter, Jay-Z, revealing the multiple Grammy Award winning artist as never before, from his background and rise to fame to the recording of his last album. The film chronicles the legendary concert of Jay-Z's performance at Madison Square Garden in November 2003. In an unprecedented event, a hip-hop artist sold out an arena in only two hours. Nearly one year later, fans and artists alike still reflect on this monumental musical night. The event was a spectacular culmination of Jay-Z's recording career prior to his self-proclaimed retirement from solo performing. Yet this one night also defined a musical generation, showcasing the evolution and reach of the world's most popular music genre. Guest performers included Jay-Z's closest friends and music industry colleagues: Beyoncé, Mary J. Blige, Missy Elliott, R. Kelly, Foxy Brown, Pharrell, and Questlove and The Illadelphonics along with appearances by hip hop icons Damon Dash.
Where to Watch.
No streaming offers found
Cast & Crew.

Jay-Z
Self

Beyoncé
Self

Mary J. Blige
Self

Rick Rubin
Self

Sean Combs
Self

Fonzworth Bentley
Self

Kanye West
Self

Ghostface Killah
Self

Memphis Bleek
Self

Funkmaster Flex
Self

Michael Buffer
Self

Foxy Brown
Self

Missy Elliott
Self

Patrick Paulson
Director

Michael John Warren
Director

Bob Ezrin
Producer

Rich Kleiman
Producer

Justin Wilkes
Producer

Theron Smith
Cinematographer

Jim Helton
Editor

Jonah Moran
Editor

Ron Patane
Editor

Adam Zuckerman
Editor
Media.

Details.
Release DateNovember 5, 2004
StatusReleased
Running Time1h 49m
Content RatingR
Filming LocationsNew York City, United States
Genres
Last updated:
This Movie Is About.
concert
Wiki.
Fade to Black is a 2004 documentary film about the career of American rapper Jay-Z. It also features many other famous names in hip hop music. This live concert at Madison Square Garden on November 25, 2003 was meant to be Jay-Z's final performance, as he announced his intentions to retire from the industry.
Fade to Black runs through some of the major parts of Jay-Z's Madison Square Garden performance while cutting to Jay-Z and his exploits, as well as insights into the making of The Black Album.
You May Also Like.
Look at the other titles that might be interesting for you

Interstellar (2014)
Movie
9.08

The Shawshank Redemption (1994)
Movie
8.33

Avatar (2009)
Movie
7.91

Barbie (2023)
Movie
7.65

Se7en (1995)
Movie
7.72

Star Wars (1977)
Movie
6.1

Deadpool (2016)
Movie
7.64

Gone Girl (2014)
Movie
7.59

Hacksaw Ridge (2016)
Movie
6.85

Arrival (2016)
Movie
6.32

Green Book (2018)
Movie
7.89

Léon: The Professional (1994)
Movie
8.65

The Sixth Sense (1999)
Movie
6.26

Amélie (2001)
Movie
7.3

Life of Pi (2012)
Movie
6

Moonlight (2016)
Movie
5.9

The Killing of a Sacred Deer (2017)
Movie
4.54

Do the Right Thing (1989)
Movie
7.4

Why We Fight (2005)
Movie
6

Method Man: Live from the Sunset Strip (2007)
Movie