8 Mile | Vibepedia

The film tells the story of Jimmy Smith Jr., a young Detroit rapper trying to make a name for himself in a genre dominated by African Americans. Directed by Curtis Hanson and starring Eminem in his feature film debut, the movie follows Jimmy's struggles to overcome his troubled past and launch a successful music career. The film's soundtrack features hits like Lose Yourself and 8 Mile Theme. The film has been cited as an influence by numerous other artists, including Kendrick Lamar and Drake.