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CB4, 1993

Starring: Chris Rock, Chris Elliott

Directed by: Tamra Davis

Written by: Chris Rock

Language: English

Country: USA

Runtime: 89 min

MPAA Rating: R

Rating:5.8

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CB4 can be described as humorous and witty. The plot revolves around the desire for fame, a goofy hero, and a music band. Its comic aspect comes from satire and silly humor. CB4's main genres are comedy and parody. In terms of style, it is a film in a film. In approach, it is not serious and realistic. CB4 takes place in the 1990s. Note that it involves strong sexual content, drugs/alcohol, and nudity.

Summary of CB4

Chris Rock stars in this rap version of THIS IS SPINAL TAP as Albert, a suburban wannabe rap star who, along with two friends, has tried everything to break into the music business. However, when Albert is mistakes for an undercover cop by a nasty thug named Murphy, he adopts the newly incarcerated Murphy's persona and christens his rap group CB4, after Murphy's cell block address. Vowing to glorify violence and disparage women, CB4 are quickly signed to a lucrative record contract. Soon, the band is selling out concerts, and attracts a nerdy documentary filmmaker (Elliott) to chronicle their rise to the top of the charts among the protests of outraged parents and politicians. Fitfully funny and possessing a fine cast of SNL alums as well as cameos from real life rappers like Flavor Flav, Ice Cube, and Ice-T, CB4 is an excellent spoof of the rap music industry.