Alias (2013 film)


Alias is a 2013 Canadian documentary film directed by Michelle Latimer, in her feature film directorial debut.

Premise

The film "follows aspiring rappers trying to escape the gangster life." The Hot Docs Film Festival synopsis reads: "Michelle Latimer makes her feature doc debut with a powerfully cinematic, observational doc that captures the realities of five Toronto rappers trying to escape the hustle of drugs and danger through their music."

Reception

The film received positive reviews, was nominated for several awards, including for a Canadian Screen Award, and screened at numerous festivals, notably the Hot Docs Film Festival.