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Chi-Raq

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A modern day adaptation of the ancient Greek play Lysistrata by Aristophanes, set against the backdrop of gang violence in Chicago.

movie

Status: Released

Released Date: 2015-12-04

Runtime: 127 mins

Director: Spike Lee

Writer: Spike Lee, Kevin Willmott

Spoken language: English

Genres: Drama, Crime, Comedy

Original title: Chi-Raq

Production Companies: 40 Acres and a Mule Filmworks, Roadside Attractions, Amazon Studios

Production Countries: United States of America

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