DMX: Don't Try to Understand(2021)
DMX: Don't Try to Understand Synopsis
A focus on a year in the life of rapper Earl “DMX” Simmons as he is released from prison in early 2019 and attempts to rebuild his career in the music industry and reconnect with family and fans.
DMX: Don't Try to Understand (2021) is a documentary and music film directed by Christopher Frierson, released on November 13, 2021 with a runtime of 1h 19m. It stars DMX and Tashera Simmons. Viewers rate it 6.3 out of 10 across 13 ratings.
- Director:
- Christopher Frierson
- Producers:
- Robert Alexander, Sean Gordon-Loebl, Christopher Frierson
- Cinematographer:
- Travis Libin
- Composer:
- Jackson Greenberg
- Production:
- Ringer Films, HBO Documentary Films, Mass Appeal, Hardware Agency, Mercury Studios, Def Jam Recordings
- Status:
- Released
DMX: Don't Try to Understand (2021) Trailer
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DMX: Don't Try to Understand Cast & Crew
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Directed by Christopher Frierson, produced by Robert Alexander, Sean Gordon-Loebl and Christopher Frierson.
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DMX: Don't Try to Understand Reviews & Ratings
Average viewer score of 6.3/10 from 13 ratings.
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DMX: Don't Try to Understand – Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I watch DMX: Don't Try to Understand online?
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DMX: Don't Try to Understand (2021) is available to stream on HBO Max Amazon Channel and HBO Max. Streaming availability is checked against JustWatch data and can change by region.
Who stars in DMX: Don't Try to Understand?
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The main cast of DMX: Don't Try to Understand (2021) includes DMX and Tashera Simmons. The film was directed by Christopher Frierson. You can see the full cast and crew list, with character names, further up this page.
When was DMX: Don't Try to Understand released?
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DMX: Don't Try to Understand was released on November 13, 2021 and runs for 1h 19m.
Is DMX: Don't Try to Understand worth watching?
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DMX: Don't Try to Understand (2021) holds an average rating of 6.3 out of 10 from 13 viewer votes, and is a good pick if you enjoy documentary and music films. Read the viewer reviews on this page to decide for yourself.
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