Despite minimal marketing, Kanye West’s latest documentary In Whose Name? posted a solid box office debut, earning approximately $776,000 in its first weekend. HotNewHipHop
Directed by Nico Ballesteros, the film spans six years of the rapper’s life, exploring controversial moments, personal struggles, and family dynamics. HotNewHipHop+1
Key Highlights from the Documentary
- In Whose Name? delves into episodes such as Kanye’s antisemitic comments, confrontations with Kris Jenner over his hospitalization, and a revealing moment where he defends wearing a “White Lives Matter” shirt and labels the move as a provocative joke. HotNewHipHop
- One gripping scene shows Kanye in a tense exchange with Michael Che backstage at Saturday Night Live, and another sees him clashing with Jenner over whether he should be on medication. HotNewHipHop
- The doc notably omits flash commentary or judgment from the director, leaving audiences to draw their own conclusions. Wiki
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