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Papa Doc, real name "Clarence", is the main antagonist and was a rap battler, who faced B-Rabbit in the final round. He is portrayed by Anthony Mackie.

Biography

Papa Doc first appears at the start of the movie, rap battling "Shorty Mike" at the shelter, with The Leaders of the Free World supporting him. He defeats "Shorty Mike" and wins the tournament. He is later seen at the parking lot, with The Leaders of the Free World, heckling the people and B-Rabbit's Crew. Both teams of people get into a fight when B-Rabbit pulls Lyckety-Splyt's feet, making him hit his head off the car. Papa Doc attempts to use a gun, but is told to put it away by Wink. Papa Doc is later seen with The Leaders of the Free World, fighting B-Rabbit's Crew again, when B-Rabbit drives up to them and punches Lotto. He later helps The Leaders of the Free World beat up B-Rabbit for beating up Wink. Papa Doc is last seen rap battling B-Rabbit, but chokes, and leaves the shelter with The Leaders of the Free World.

Trivia

  • It is learned at the abandoned house scene that Papa Doc went to a private school (Cranbrook), and that he lives with both of his parents, who are married.