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The Defiant Ones

  • TV Mini Series
  • 2017
  • TV-MA
  • 1h
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8.5/10
16K
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Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine in The Defiant Ones (2017)
The Defiant Ones
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"The Defiant Ones" examines the partnership between Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre - one the son of a Brooklyn longshoreman, the other straight out of Compton - and their leading roles in a chain ... Read all"The Defiant Ones" examines the partnership between Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre - one the son of a Brooklyn longshoreman, the other straight out of Compton - and their leading roles in a chain of transformative events in contemporary culture."The Defiant Ones" examines the partnership between Jimmy Iovine and Dr. Dre - one the son of a Brooklyn longshoreman, the other straight out of Compton - and their leading roles in a chain of transformative events in contemporary culture.

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    • Tom Petty
    • Bono
    • Stevie Nicks
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      • Tom Petty
      • Bono
      • Stevie Nicks
    • 36User reviews
    • 6Critic reviews
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    • Nominated for 5 Primetime Emmys
      • 7 wins & 13 nominations total

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    Tom Petty
    Tom Petty
    • Self
    • 2017
    Bono
    Bono
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    • 2017
    Stevie Nicks
    Stevie Nicks
    • Self
    • 2017
    Dr. Dre
    Dr. Dre
    • Self
    • 2017
    Jimmy Iovine
    Jimmy Iovine
    • Self
    • 2017
    Janet Mormile
    • Self
    • 2017
    Ice Cube
    Ice Cube
    • Self
    • 2017
    Snoop Dogg
    Snoop Dogg
    • Self
    • 2017
    Trent Reznor
    Trent Reznor
    • Self
    • 2017
    Sean 'Diddy' Combs
    Sean 'Diddy' Combs
    • Self
    • 2017
    Bruce Springsteen
    Bruce Springsteen
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    • 2017
    Gwen Stefani
    Gwen Stefani
    • Self
    • 2017
    Nas
    Nas
    • Self
    • 2017
    DJ Yella
    • Self
    • 2017
    The D.O.C.
    • Self
    • 2017
    Vicki Iovine
    • Self
    • 2017
    Doug Morris
    Doug Morris
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    • 2017
    Verna Griffin
    • Self
    • 2017
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    6codymurphy27

    Perhaps self serving

    I thought this was released more recently, so I was confused at how Dre's marriage was portrayed as pure bliss. I'm disappointed that this documentary about true industry titans and legends would resort to the same production gimmicks seen far too often in netflix's many docuseries', like filming doubles acting out scenes being described, or using stock footage for the same. Unnecessary and feels cheap. Everything doesn't have to be spoon fed. And so often instead of showing the person being interviewed actually talking, just showing footage of them making faces while their speech is dubbed over.

    There are some interesting tidbits from music industry folk we all know and love, I just wish the production felt a little more authentic.
    9anthonydapiii

    All Time Documentary

    All I want to say is congrats to Dr. Dre and Jimmy Iovine. Also, congrats to those that put this documentary together.

    What an amazing piece that shows the journey of two creative and innovate men.

    I enjoyed this so much and it inspired me as much as it probably did for other people.
    9marccowlin

    Regardless of music tastes, watch this series!

    Love, love, love this documentary series. Not only is it a behind the scenes story of some of the world's best music (from Springsteen and Petty to NWA and Eminem), it's the story of an unlikely partnership that evolves and defines the future of the music industry. Even if you are not a fan of hip hop, this series is well worth watching with an open mind - looking towards learning about how art, technology, business and good old American ingenuity changed the world.
    10bernardsteinberger

    Best documentary. Period.

    A masterful documentary about Dre, who I grew up listening to, and Jimmy Iovine, who I had only heard of. The work ethic of these two is beyond inspiring. The ups and downs were entertaining but their persistence and commitment to their vision kept me glued to my TV. The 4+ hours flew by. Whoever edited this did a great job. These two are the American dream and give me hope. You will not be disappointed.
    7Johnharvey222uk

    Well Handled Documentary until the last episode turns into an Apple Advert

    I approached this as a fan of Dre and not knowing much about Jimmy Iovine, who turned out to be a pretty interesting character and thought the first 3 episodes were great. Well balanced and informative. The 4th episode was the one I had most been looking forward to , knowing Eminem featured and was looking forward to seeing some insight between him and Dre, however this episode the glossed over any of the actual stories that had featured in the previous episodes with collaborators and it became an hour long Apple commercial. It was mentioned that Jimmy Iovine was a great marketer and tried to sell at every opportunity and this was one of those.

    Most are aware of the megadeal of Apple buying "beats by Dre" and now the deal was done, you would have presumed the need to brown nose them would have passed. It was a massive shame as this started promisingly and just lost it's way.

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      Shares the same title theme music as the movie The Untouchables (1987) - "The Strength of the Righteous" by Ennio Morricone.
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      Referenced in The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon: Ice Cube/Ryan Seacrest/Action Bronson (2017)

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      • July 9, 2017 (United States)
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