: It features performances by Khalil Everage and Anthony Anderson, with reviewers noting its naturalism and lived-in charm. Other Significant "Beats" of 2019
: Director Brian Welsh based the story on his own past and used a soundtrack featuring era-authentic artists like The Prodigy, Orbital, and LFO . The American Beats: Trauma and Hip-Hop Beats(2019)
: After witnessing his sister's murder, August suffers from severe PTSD and agoraphobia. Romelo, working as a school security guard, discovers August's talent and helps him find his voice through hip-hop. : It features performances by Khalil Everage and
The UK film Beats is a black-and-white drama set in 1994 Scotland. It follows two best friends, Johnno and Spanner, as they attempt to attend an illegal rave during the final days of the UK's free party scene. Romelo, working as a school security guard, discovers
: The film deals with themes of grief, systemic violence, and the healing power of music .
Outside of cinema, the term "Beats" was prominent in several other contexts in 2019: Beats (2019) - IMDb