THE GET DOWN: A netflix mini-series

The highly anticipated release of the Netflix original series “The Get Down” currently has the internet going into a frenzy. The star-studded cast includes the roles of characters played by Jaden Smith and the hit movie “Dope’s” leading star, Shameik Moore. This how’s setting is located in the heart of the South Bronx of New York City, a thriving and developing suburb where the music genre of Hip Hop originated. From the great mind of Baz Luhrmann comes a plot that tells a twisted tale of the birth of MC’s & Disk jockies during the summer of 1977. The power of Hip Hop is created and emulated from the opening scene to the ending credits following the end of episode 6.
We are introduced to two the leading characters during the pilot episode. Zeke, played by the fresh face of Justice Smith, is an orphan internally conflicted with the everyday struggles of life. He is introduced to the co leading character accidentally after a series of unfortunate events occurs at a nightclub. Shaolin Fantastic is a spray painting, record scratching, drug dealing, mastermind who asks Zeke to become his wordsmith, also known as an MC. Zeke assists Shaolin in establishing his identity as a DJ, helping him break down and master the mechanics of using math and 2 turn tables to create the ultimate “Get Down”. Shaolin Fantastic, the best Graffiti artist in NYC, helps Zeke in other aspects of life such as winning over the love of his life, Mylene played by Herizen Guardiola
Aside from music, Executive Producer and Rapper Nas, incorporates the political corruptness that occurs in the heart of the city. Crooked, money hungry politicians are destroying the city, dragging down its citizens as well. Mylene’s uncle, Papa Fuerte, is devoted and persistent in helping her get a record deal and building up the community. The show also sheds light on the black outs and looting that occurred during that rough summer. The drug scene is also displayed through Shaolin Fantastic and his archenemy, Cadillac. Netflix has not yet stated a release date for the second half of the six-episode series that has fans cringing after they were left on a cliffhanger. TV lovers around the world are anxiously anticipating the return of the show. The prodigious cast consolidated with an intense plot makes up for a series that’s worth watching.