10 Movies About Rap to Watch in Honor of Hip-Hop's 50th Anniversary

"Get Rich or Die Tryin'," a 2005 drama, is a semi-autobiographical film, stealing elements from star 50 Cent's life. In the movie, 50 Cent is Marcus Greer, a drug dealer who leaves crime behind in hopes of making a name for himself in the rap game. The movie's title shares its name with 50 Cent's debut album, which was released two years prior.