dumb found dead, aquafina, recollection -- and lyrics. all in different points of their careers with unique artistic styles. also four best friends who are breaking into the hip hop industry they say often treats them with disdain. >> stereotype. what would you expect? this is who i am. >> just the first perception of them doesn't fit into what hip hop is supposed to be. >> i don't think i'm a spokesperson for asian americans at all. when i'm out there, i'm representing them. >> it's a film not just about asian american rappers, but about a universal story about the human experience of trying to be part of a world while struggling as an outsider. >> a lot of those cats would love to be in my position. i can't take this for granted. >> i want people to come out of relating with that theme and rooting for the characters to become part of that theme that they love so much. >> michael gargiulo, "news 4 new york." >>> nbc 4 is a proud sponsor of the tribeca film festival. for everything you need to know about the festival, from film previews,