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Spike Lee discusses his upbringing in Brooklyn, his transition from a predominantly Italian-American neighborhood to a predominantly Black neighborhood, and the impact of these experiences on his artistic vision. He also talks about his early exposure to the arts through his parents, his father's career as a jazz musician, and his mother's influence on his love for cinema.
- Spike Lee grew up in Brooklyn, first in Cobble Hill and later in Fort Greene.
- His family was the first Black family to move to Cobble Hill.
- His father was a jazz musician who played with prominent artists like Bob Dylan and Peter, Paul and Mary.
- His mother introduced him to a wide range of cultural experiences, including Broadway plays and films like Mean Streets by Martin Scorsese.
- Lee's early exposure to diverse cultural influences and his experiences growing up in Brooklyn played a significant role in shaping his artistic sensibilities and the themes explored in his films.
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