Archive · 9 Jun 2025
Logic's Directorial Debut: 'Paradise Records' at Tribeca
In 'Paradise Records,' rapper Logic directs and stars in a film about a failing record store.
The story follows the store's owner, Cooper, and his staff, encountering various characters.
The movie includes references to Kevin Smith's 'Clerks' and features Jay and Silent Bob.
The film's plot involves bank robbers and unexpected violent moments.
Despite some flaws, the movie has an appealing charm, and the ending, while over-the-top, adds to its distinctiveness.
Logic's directorial debut is a 'hangout movie' set in a record store.
The film includes references to 'Clerks' and features Jay and Silent Bob.
The story involves a record store owner and his staff dealing with a range of characters.
There's a subplot involving bank robbers who take the staff hostage.
The film has an eclectic soundtrack, including Logic's music, and an anarchic charm.
- Who
- Logic (director and actor) and the staff of Paradise Records
- What
- A 'hangout movie' titled 'Paradise Records'.
- When
- The film is set in the present day.
- Where
- The film is set in a failing record store in the Greater Portland area.
- Why
- To create a film about a failing record store, inspired by movies like 'Clerks' and 'Dog Day Afternoon'.
- Film Title
- Paradise Records
- Director/Screenwriter
- Logic
- Festival
- Tribeca (Spotlight Narrative)
- Cast
- Logic, Tramayne Hudson, Reed Northrup, Mary Elizabeth Kelly
- Running Time
- 1 hr 46 mins