Tupac Shakur Reinterpreted

Debate: Tupac -The First Icon of Hip-Hop
Sat 16 Sep 3.10 NFT3
This interactive debate will chart a visual history of Tupac Shakur, who by the time of his death, aged 25, had amassed a striking portfolio. From David LaChapelle's celebrated shot of Tupac in a tub bathed in gold jewellery, to Danny Clinch's 'Rolling Stone' cover that clearly illustrates Tupac's domineering 'Thug Life' tattoo and healed bullet wounds, Tupac's body became as much of a brand as his music material. Leila Steinberg, Tupac's first manager, will chart his pre-fame career and discuss how important these visual elements were to Tupac, listeners and cinemagoers in grasping an understanding of him, his work and talent. Tupac's critically acclaimed movie debut, in 1992's Juice, set a precedent for rappers in movies. Critic, lecturer and broadcaster Jacqueline Springer will look at his legacy and chart the journey that has since seen five rappers nominated for Academy Awards.
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