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Marley (2012) 7.8
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Reviews: 30 user | 136 critic | 32 from Metacritic.com A documentary on the life, music, and legacy of Bob Marley. Director:Kevin Macdonald |
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| Lee 'Scratch' Perry | ... |
Himself
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Cindy Breakspeare | ... |
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Chris Blackwell | ... |
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Bunny Wailer | ... |
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Danny Sims | ... |
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Peter Marley | ... |
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Constance Marley | ... |
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Diane Jobson | ... |
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Bob Marley's universal appeal, impact on music history and role as a social and political prophet is both unique and unparalleled. The definitive life story of the musician, revolutionary, and legend, from his early days to his rise to international super-stardom. Made with the support of the Marley family, there is rare footage, incredible performances and revelatory interviews with the people that knew him best. Written by Magnolia Pictures
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bob marley | reference to bob marley | name in title | one word title | reggae |Motion Picture Rating (MPAA)
Rated PG-13 for drug content, thematic elements and some violent images | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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Release Date:
20 April 2012 (UK) See more »Also Known As:
Bob Marley: Stay with the Rhythm See more »Box Office
Opening Weekend:
$262,004 (USA) (20 April 2012)Gross:
$1,412,124 (USA) (10 August 2012)Company Credits
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Written by Allen Cole & Rita Marley
Performed by Bob Marley & The Wailers
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Martin Scorsese was originally working on this documentary for the Weinstein Company back in 2008, but he swiftly left citing "scheduling conflicts," and was replaced by Jonathan Demme. The project came to a standstill in August 2009 when Demme left the project after he and producer Steve Bing had creative differences in the middle of editing. Finally Kevin Macdonald was appointed. See more »Soundtracks
"Natty Dread"Written by Allen Cole & Rita Marley
Performed by Bob Marley & The Wailers
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Marley (2012)
*** 1/2 (out of 4)
Director Kevin Macdonald epic look at music legend Bob Marley follows him from his early days to his rise in music and eventually his death at the age of 36. Through concert, interview and audio footage, we get to hear from Marley throughout his life and of course there's a lot of attention given to the music but there's also a lot aimed at Marley's lifestyle and his hopes for the future. We also get interviews with his son, daughter, mother, wife as well as countless band members and others who knew him personally. At 142-minutes, this thing certainly packs in a lot of information and I think die-hard Marley fans are going to really love this thing. There's no question that nearly every aspect of his life is covered from his early childhood, to his womanizing and of course the final few months of his life. The film really does an exceptional job at giving you a complete look at the man and it doesn't shy away or try to hide his darker side or moments that aren't as good and fun. The documentary really shows him as a complete human, which is something a lot of these films miss. Those who are just mild fans or are just wanting quick look at how Marley was might find this to be a bit too long but I do feel this was made for die-hard fans who want to know everything. I really enjoyed all of the concert footage that they added because one gets a great idea of what Marley was like on stage. Of course, countless songs are on full display here, which is another major plus. Certain aspects of Marley's life gets additional attention here including the Smile Jamaica Concert and him getting shot before hand. Also, the final months of Marley's life also gets additional scenes and it's still shocking to see him dying so young.