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My Big Phat Hip Hop Family
Audrey is a typical music student at a large Midwestern college, interested in pursuing a career in classical music. Her apparent "normalcy," however, makes her something of a misfit in her family, made up as it is by a group of outrageous performers. Audrey's parents were funk/ R& B stars in the 1970s, while her brother currently reigns supreme on the hip hop and fashion scene, and her precocious little sister is a streetsmart MC in the manner of Lil' Kim. Audrey finds this family tree a little embarrassing, and is somewhat disdainful of the ego and trappings of pop culture entertainment, so she hides her clan from her new boyfriend. This unfortunately becomes a bit difficult to maintain when the family shows up for a visit. The campus will never be the same again!
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Plot Summary
This film follows the tumultuous life of Terry, a young man from the inner city who is thrust into the opulent world of his estranged, wealthy father and his new hip-hop family. He must navigate a complex web of family dynamics, rivalries, and temptations while trying to find his place and identity.
Critical Reception
Critically, 'My Big Phat Hip Hop Family' received largely negative reviews, with many critics finding the plot predictable and the humor to be largely unfunny. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with some appreciating the attempt at blending drama and comedy within a hip-hop context, while others found it to be a disappointing entry in the genre.
What Reviewers Say
The film struggles with a derivative plot that offers little in the way of originality.
The humor often falls flat, relying on predictable gags and stereotypes.
While attempting to explore themes of family and identity, the execution lacks depth and impact.
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Fun Fact
The film marked the directorial debut of Grammy-winning music producer James 'Jimmy Jam' Terry Lewis, who is known for his work with artists like Janet Jackson and Mariah Carey.
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