Jay-Z has both appeared in and produced movies. He's one of the all-time best-selling recording artists and has the most Grammys of any rapper. Born Shawn Corey Carter, the rapper known as Jay-Z founded his own record label in the mid-1990s. Hip-hop and rap sensations of the last 30 years have redefined ostentatious success, bridging economic and racial boundaries. Some still are, but time and culture have shifted. Movie stars were once the apex of American success: glamorous, rich and untouchable. Narrated by Jay-Z, his account of the night takes on reflections of his entire musical career and his journey that led to this one astounding, fabled evening-rightfully called 'Fade To Black.'

Viewers get the rare glimpse of Jay-Z's creative process as he searches for inspiration, poetry, and perfection in his songs. Kelly, Foxy Brown, Pharrell, Questlove and The Illadelphonics-along with appearances by hip hop icons Damon Dash, Rick Rubin, Slick Rick, P. Guest performers included Jay-Z's closest friends and music industry colleagues: Beyoncé, Mary J. Yet this one night also defined a musical generation, showcasing the evolution and reach of the world's most popular music genre. The event was a spectacular culmination of Jay-Z's recording career prior to his self-proclaimed retirement from solo performing. Nearly one year later, fans and artists alike still reflect on this monumental musical night.

In an unprecedented event, a hip-hop artist sold out an arena in only two hours. The film chronicles the legendary concert of Jay-Z's performance at Madison Square Garden in November 2003.

An intimate look at hip-hop artist Shawn Carter, Jay-Z, revealing the multiple Grammy Award winning artist as never before, from his background and rise to fame to the recording of his last album.

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