A new documentary on the life and death of legendary Run-DMC DJ Jam Master Jay will premiere at The 9th Annual Hollywood Black Film Festival (HBFF) tomorrow (June 3). Two Turntables and a Microphone was produced by Jay’s cousin Stephon “Phonz” Watford and was directed by Guy Logan.
The documentary chronicles Jam Master Jay’s life, as well as his unsolved murder, which took place in his Hollis, Queens recording studio, on October 30, 2002.
Although five different people witnessed the DJ’s murder, the NYPD and other law enforcement agencies have been unable to identify a suspect in the high profile murder.
Two Turntables and a Microphone features interviews and insights from fellow Run-DMC member Rev. Run, Def Jam co-founder Russell Simmons, 50 Cent, Eminem, Mary J. Blige, Swizz Beatz, DJ Hurricane, LL Cool J, Ja Rule, Jay-Z and others with key information about Jam Master Jay’s murder.
A number of superstar rappers, including Rev. Run, Outkast, MC Lyte, Yo Yo, Onyx and others are confirmed to present during the film’s premiere, which takes place at The Writers Guild Theater in Beverly Hills, starting at 6:00 PM.
"I am particularly excited about showcasing this film. Not only am I a native New Yorker, but I'm a true fan who grew up listening to Jam Master Jay spin with Run-DMC,” said HBFF founder Tanya Kersey. "This movie highlights the life of an extraordinarily talented artist who will always be remembered as one of Hip-Hop's true legendary innovators. I can't think of a better way to commemorate Jam Master Jay then at the opening night of the Hollywood Black Film Festival."
The 9th Annual Hollywood Black Film Festival takes place June 3-8 in Beverly Hills.
Over 119 filmmakers from around the world will showcase 27 features, 58 shorts, 18 documentaries, 12 student films, two music vides and two animated films.
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