How Public Enemy's 'Fight The Power' Became an Anthem
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Spike Lee finds the anthem for his new film with Public Enemy in 'Fight the Power.'
Spike Lee looks to Public Enemy for a song to feature on his new film, 'Do the Right Thing.' 'Fight the Power' becomes a rallying cry in the face of oppression. Featuring Public Enemy's Chuck D, Spike Lee's cinematographer Ernest Dickerson, and academic Dr. Kaye Whitehead.
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How Public Enemy's 'Fight The Power' Became an Anthem
Clip: Episode 2 | 2m 55sVideo has Closed Captions
Spike Lee looks to Public Enemy for a song to feature on his new film, 'Do the Right Thing.' 'Fight the Power' becomes a rallying cry in the face of oppression. Featuring Public Enemy's Chuck D, Spike Lee's cinematographer Ernest Dickerson, and academic Dr. Kaye Whitehead.
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