How real is the movie 8 Mile?

If you're curious as to whether your favorite part of the movie really happened, check out these comparisons between 8 Mile and Eminem's real life. read more

“8 Mile” is one of those movies inspired by a real person or a real story. Some of the names and facts are changed, like an Autobiography, but the star of the movie is the person the story is written about. read more

8 Mile received positive reviews, with critics praising the music and Eminem's performance. Review aggregator Rotten Tomatoes reports the film is "Certified Fresh", with 76% of 206 professional critics giving the film a positive review and a rating average of 7.0 out of 10. read more

For Rabbit (who appears without the tattoos of the real Marshall Mathers), it’s tough growing up as an outsider on the Detroit side of 8 Mile Road. There is exactly one other white guy in Rabbit’s small circle, the clueless Cheddar Bob (Evan Jones). read more