DMX: Don't Try to Understand (2021)

Navigating the turbulent waves of a life lived in the limelight, DON'T TRY TO UNDERSTAND: A Year in the Life of Earl "DMX" Simmons, is an unfiltered exploration of a hip-hop icon wrestling with his demons. This raw and riveting portrayal delves into the themes of Faith, Addiction, Loyalty, and Family, capturing the essence of a man yearning to mend the wrongs of his past. The year 2019 sees Earl "DMX" Simmons at a critical juncture in his life. Emerged from the shadows of his latest stint in Federal prison, he finds himself trapped in a labyrinth of challenges. A mounting debt to the IRS, a rapidly expanding family to care for, and the weighty expectation to ascend once again to his former glory - the stakes have never been more daunting. The film intimately escorts the audience through DMX's journey of redemption and resilience. From adjusting to the rhythm of the outside world while embarking on a demanding nationwide tour, to a poignant reunion with his long-estranged eldest son. DON'T TRY TO UNDERSTAND offers a rare glimpse into the life of a man who stands at the precipice of his future, with his legacy, livelihood and freedom hanging in the balance.

DMX: Don't Try to Understand is a documentary movie featuring DMX and directed by Christopher Frierson.

DMX: Don't Try to Understand is currently streaming on Max Amazon Channel.