Not Afraid: The Shady Records Story(2015)

Eminem, Paul Rosenberg, Dr. Dre, and 50 Cent all reflect on how Shady Records became one of the most dominant labels of the 2000s.

Not Afraid: The Shady Records Story is a documentary that chronicles the rise of Eminem's legendary hip-hop label and the artists who shaped its legacy. The film explores the partnership between Eminem and manager Paul Rosenberg, the friendship that made Shady Records possible, and features candid interviews with Dr. Dre, who helped launch Eminem's career, and 50 Cent, whom Eminem elevated to stardom. Additional perspectives from Mr. Porter and Royce da 5'9" round out the narrative. Through these conversations, the documentary traces how one of rap's most influential imprints became a cultural force, examining the creative relationships and business decisions that defined an era of hip-hop and shaped the careers of multiple platinum-selling artists.