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Marley

  • 2012
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Marley (2012)
A documentary on the life, music, and legacy of Bob Marley.
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A documentary on the life, music, and legacy of Bob Marley.A documentary on the life, music, and legacy of Bob Marley.A documentary on the life, music, and legacy of Bob Marley.

  • Director
    • Kevin Macdonald
  • Stars
    • Bob Marley
    • Ziggy Marley
    • Rita Marley
  • See production info at IMDbPro
  • IMDb RATING
    7.9/10
    15K
    YOUR RATING
    • Director
      • Kevin Macdonald
    • Stars
      • Bob Marley
      • Ziggy Marley
      • Rita Marley
    • 46User reviews
    • 138Critic reviews
    • 82Metascore
  • See production info at IMDbPro
    • Nominated for 1 BAFTA Award
      • 1 win & 8 nominations total

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    Bob Marley
    Bob Marley
    • Self
    • (archive footage)
    Ziggy Marley
    Ziggy Marley
    • Self
    Rita Marley
    Rita Marley
    • Self
    Jimmy Cliff
    Jimmy Cliff
    • Self
    Cedella Marley
    Cedella Marley
    • Self
    Chris Blackwell
    Chris Blackwell
    • Self
    Cindy Breakspeare
    Cindy Breakspeare
    • Self
    Lee 'Scratch' Perry
    Lee 'Scratch' Perry
    • Self
    • (as Lee Perry)
    Danny Sims
    • Self
    Lee Jaffe
    • Self
    Pascaline Bongo Ondimba
    • Self
    Marcia Griffiths
    • Self
    Aston Barrett
    • Self
    • (as Aston Family Man Barrett)
    Bunny Wailer
    Bunny Wailer
    • Self
    • (as Neville Bunny Wailer Livingston)
    Nancy Burke
    • Self
    Peter Marley
    • Self
    Junior Marvin
    • Self
    Judy Mowatt
    • Self
    • Director
      • Kevin Macdonald
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    6p-stepien

    Icon presented, not touched

    A much expected documentary about the iconic legendary Bob Marley, which takes us from his childhood straight to his death from cancer, during which we are teased with tidbits of facts from throughout his life, some of which seem pointless and without really expanding on Marley, the icon, the person.

    Being fresh from watching the immense work of art and ultimate tribute to Bob Marley which is the vastly superior "The Land of Look Behind" Kevin MacDonald's documentary apparently lacked the heart, being less of a tribute and you could almost feel that this is a laboured project done without much real interest. Strictly biographical it does attempt to pull on emotional threads to get the audience properly attuned, but rarely is this honest. Another point of contention is steering away from the more political aspects of his music (the song "Buffalo Soldiers" isn't even mentioned) and skin-deep portrayal of rastafarianizm and Marley's role in it. An additional issue is the presentation of reggae as something 'discovered' by Bob Marley.

    That said the movie is entirely watchable and enjoyable for the long runtime of 140 min., mainly due to the music, which goes without saying is brilliant. The best scenes however are during the end credits, when the true meaning of the Marley icon is presented. Nonetheless even then is does not even get anywhere near the accomplishment of the mentioned "Land of Look Behind"
    9the_creator2009

    A documentary that focuses on the life of a musical Icon, Bob Marley.

    The first official documentary featuring members of the Marley family, who reflect on the life of Bob Marley. A prophet to some and a lyrical icon who left the earth leaving a significant mark in musical history.

    "Marley" is a beautifully crafted piece of work based on the late Jamaican star. The film is aimed at his biggest fans as well as those with little knowledge of his life, example being myself.

    Born in 1963,Raised in the slum's of Kingston, Jamaica, Bob Marley lived life an only child with his mother fending for food and water. Bob's life shows an affect for disaster with little knowledge of his father and any appearance being nothingshort of a myth.

    Just like Bob, friends and numerous characters from the Kingston area are introduced in the film, expressing their upbringing in poverty stricken Jamaica.

    We learn of the belief in "Rasta Fari". A god worshipped by certain Jamaicans. Bob Marley describes him as the equivalent to Jesus. "White people have Jesus, we have Rhasta Fari". A belief which entitles them to smoke a ridiculous amount of weed each day.

    The concept of the documentary tells a tale of comedy, happiness and depression as ones life is told through those who grew up with, and loved him most.

    His struggle for success is told through friends and numerous members of The Wailers. How reggae was founded through a single chord? how Bob Marley eventually left Jamaica for America to expand his ideas in music. A story of ambition and tragedy, relating to the shooting of Bob Marley and certain members of The Wailers. How Bob Marley was begged to revive Jamaica's government torn gang war, bringing a country together through his music.

    Vital members of the Marley family are heard for the first time in this cinematic masterpiece. Son of Bob, Ziggy Marley tells of his remembrance, as we see a shocking resemblance to the late singer. Rita Marley, his first and last love tells the story of how she stayed with Bob, despite his sexual antics.

    A revealing documentary of the Jamaican superstar, seen through the eyes of members of the music industry as well as a brilliant cast of Kingston locals who simply never left the scene since Bob Marley's growing up.

    "Marley" reveals a variety of live performances, showing Bob Marley at his best and a typically beautiful soundtrack, which mingles with every scene. Fans and people today know of the ending that awaited Bob Marley. This documentary is a terrific celebration towards a musical genius, who just like many icons, changed parts of the world, politically and musically.

    Overall, "Marley" is terrifically original, telling a story of a man with a history guaranteed to make you laugh and cry. A film for fans of all ages to enjoy.
    8basa-260-742773

    Tuff Gong the Lion

    I was expecting to see the same bits of footage, images, interviews etc. that I've seen before but this doc reveals lots more. We learn how his early formative years as a dual heritage child growing up in rural JA gave him a unique philosophical view in which to form his own ideas of who he was and what his destiny was to be.

    The film also has the luxury of 144 mins to illuminate the genius that Bob was. I got to appreciate how influential and messianic he became within his immediate circle, his community and his nation. His ambition, drive and competitiveness were an integral part of his make-up and became central to his mission to preach love, Rastafari and unity. Any resistance to this would be casually side-stepped.

    Whilst not a saint his soul crackled with energy and shone bright, perhaps too bright for the physical being that contained it and which sadly gave out at only 36. But the legacy lives on in the music, the voice of a struggling people, and we should listen as well as dance.

    Peace, love and blessings.
    10JamieNYC

    Tremendously moving film -- see it in the theater

    I'm old enough to have dug Bob Marley when he was actually alive and performing. AND I was fortunate enough to produce some jingles in Tuff Gong Studio for Air Jamaica. So I was around the scene, post-Marley, and I played his music endlessly for a decade or two.

    Then I discovered salsa, and Latin Jazz, and the Afro-Cuban sound, and let my Marley go.

    Well, now I have my Marley back. This film took me into parts of Trenchtown, Kingston, Jamaica that I have never seen and never want to see. Even after reading Timothy White's marvelous biography of Marley, "Catch A Fire," I couldn't imagine how horrible Trenchtown was until this movie.

    It gave me a deep appreciation for how far this young man traveled in his tragically brief time on this particular planet.

    He wasn't nice, he wasn't easy, but he was brilliantly talented and surrounded himself with other talented, fascinating people. Yes, folks are moaning about the movie not having enough music, but ... it has lots of heart and conversation and laughs and empathetic understanding of the Marley story -- and the story of Jamaica, one of the most beautiful and agonizing places I have ever been. I can't recommend this film highly enough. (Gosh, I hope there are no spoilers here. Can you write a spoiler for a documentary of a widely known figure?)
    10RightersBloc

    enlightening

    I am amazed at the amount of information not publicly known about an icon such as Bob Marley. This movie goes into great (and previously unmentioned) detail regarding his life, his family, his music and his untimely death. The interviews with his wife, his girlfriends, his children, band mates, etc. tell much of the story that we never were privy to prior. While it is more than two hours in length, you will soon realize it takes every bit of this and then some to detail the life of someone who unfortunately only lived to the age of 36. There are recoding sessions, interviews with Marley himself and footage of his many tours and concerts. This documentary will convert anyone yet understanding how important Robert Nesta Marley was to world music and world politics. I highly recommend it.

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    • Trivia
      To his surprise, Kevin Macdonald discovered that there is not one single piece of footage of Bob Marley from the first 10 years of his performing career (1962 - 1973).
    • Quotes

      Bob Marley: [historical footage] My father is a white and my mother black. Now them call me half-caste or whatever. Well, me don't deh pon nobody's side. Me don't deh pon the black man's side nor the white man's side. But, upon God's side, the man who create me, who cause me to come from black and white.

    • Connections
      Referenced in The Tonight Show with Jay Leno: Episode #20.129 (2012)
    • Soundtracks
      Exodus
      Written by Bob Marley

      Performed by Bob Marley & The Wailers

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    • Release date
      • June 13, 2012 (France)
    • Countries of origin
      • United Kingdom
      • United States
    • Official sites
      • Magnolia Pictures (United States)
      • Official Facebook
    • Languages
      • English
      • French
      • German
    • Also known as
      • Bob Marley: Stay with the Rhythm
    • Production companies
      • Tuff Gong Worldwide
      • Shangri-La Entertainment
      • Tuff Gong Pictures
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    • Gross US & Canada
      • $1,413,480
    • Opening weekend US & Canada
      • $262,004
      • Apr 22, 2012
    • Gross worldwide
      • $3,842,919
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    • Runtime
      2 hours 24 minutes
    • Color
      • Color
    • Sound mix
      • Dolby Digital
    • Aspect ratio
      • 1.85 : 1

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