Paper Chasers
Paper Chasers

Paper Chasers

2003Movie80 minEnglish

Paper Chasers is a feature length documentary about the impact of hip hop entrepreneurs who have built successful businesses in music, film, fashion, TV, print media, and now the Internet. Filmmaker/entrepreneur Maxie Collier (aka Son #1) and his production team travel the country in an RV, documenting the ambitions, successes, and failures of paper chasers at all levels of the game? everyone from hungry upstarts to successful old school veterans. The film combines these interviews with behind-the-scenes footage as Collier struggles to hold his team together through the rigors of their ambitious low budget production. The end result promises to be an insightful documentary filled with unpredictable moments and an incredible soundtrack.

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IMDb4.3/10
Director: Ronnie D. BrownGenres: Drama, Crime

Plot Summary

A young boxer from the inner city dreams of escaping his violent surroundings and making it big in the professional circuit. However, his path is fraught with peril as he gets entangled with a powerful drug lord and the dangerous world of organized crime. He must navigate betrayal and violence while trying to maintain his focus on his boxing career and his chance at a better life.

Critical Reception

Paper Chasers received a mixed to negative reception from critics, with many finding its plot predictable and its characters underdeveloped. While some acknowledged the performances of its cast, the film was largely criticized for its reliance on common crime drama tropes and a lack of originality.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film suffers from a derivative plot that offers little new to the genre.
  • Performances are serviceable but cannot overcome a weak script.
  • Lacks the depth and originality to stand out among similar crime dramas.

Google audience: Audience reviews for Paper Chasers are scarce, but those available suggest a generally unfavorable reception. Common criticisms point to a predictable storyline and a lack of compelling character development, with some viewers finding the film to be uninspired.

Fun Fact

The film features a notable cast including Tyson Beckford, Ernie Hudson, Sean 'Diddy' Combs, and Michael Jai White, aiming for a blend of acting talent and recognizable faces.

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