Jamaican singer-songwriter Bob Marley overcomes adversity to become the most famous reggae musician in the world.
Rastamouse is a British animated stop motion children's TV series created by Genevieve Webster and Michael De Souza and produced by Three Stones Media/The Rastamouse Company for CBeebies. The show follows crime-busting mouse reggae band Da Easy Crew, who split their time between making music and solving mysteries for Da President of Mouseland. The first 52 episodes of the initial series were shown in the afternoon beginning 31 January 2011 on CBeebies. From 7 March 2011, the programme was repeated in the early mornings, on BBC Two. The second series, comprising a further 26 episodes, started on 20 August 2012, on CBeebies.
Rohan Marley, son of legendary musician Bob Marley, reconnects with his roots as he goes on a journey to explore the food and music of his native Jamaica.
Popcorn is a dark and twisted horror comedy that takes place in a struggling movie theater. A series of gruesome murders starts to occur, and a group of college students must find the killer before they become the next victims. As the body count rises, the mystery deepens and the horror escalates. With its weird and dark humor, Popcorn is a slasher horror film like no other.
Club Paradise is a comedy movie set on a tropical island resort. The film follows the story of a retired firefighter who moves to the resort and becomes embroiled in various comedic situations involving tourists, land developers, reggae music, and a dysfunctional marriage. With the help of a travel writer and a group of local Rastafarians, he attempts to navigate the chaos and save the resort from destruction.
Molly, a woman with autism, navigates through life with her unique perspective. When her brother discovers an experimental surgery that could change her life, Molly embarks on a journey of self-discovery and unexpected romance.
Marley is a documentary that chronicles the life and career of Jamaican musician Bob Marley. It explores his rise to fame, his influence on the music industry, and his impact on Jamaican culture. The film also delves into Marley's personal life, including his relationships and political beliefs.
Yardie is a crime and drama movie set in London, England. The story follows a young boy who witnesses his brother's murder and grows up to become a violent and ruthless gangster. He becomes involved in drug trafficking and organized crime, facing brutality, violence, and death along the way. The movie explores themes of family, revenge, and the consequences of a life of crime.
This music documentary explores the events surrounding the attempted assassination of Jamaican reggae musician Bob Marley in 1976. It delves into the political tensions, violence, and mystery surrounding the incident.
Ivanhoe Martin, a talented Jamaican musician, moves to Kingston with dreams of becoming a successful reggae artist. However, he faces numerous obstacles and is ultimately forced into a life of crime. As he navigates the dangerous underworld, Ivanhoe becomes a folk hero among the people. But his journey is not without its consequences, and he soon finds himself caught in a web of violence, betrayal, and revenge.
Kassa a free-wheelin rasta man, falls for a straight laced gospel singer Serena, when they both meet as they enter a music contest. Serena's father the pastor forbids her to see him and wants her to marry one of his church members. Meanwhile the record boss organizing the contest, tries to get Kassa's band to sign to his label on his terms not theirs. By using heavy tactics, he pushes the band to fight back.
Forty years ago, Bob Marley embarked on a tour of Europe and the United States with The Wailers in support of their Uprising album. The 38-show excursion would be the last for the reggae icon, who succumbed to cancer on May 11, 1981. Marley & The Wailers brought the run to Dortmund, Germany on June 13, 1980 and the concert was filmed for the German live music television program Rockpalast.
Lemon tells the story of a man named Isaac who is facing a series of personal and professional challenges in his life. From his failing acting career to his strained relationships with family and friends, Isaac navigates through a series of awkward and hilarious situations as he searches for meaning and purpose.
Reincarnated is a documentary film that follows the life and career of Snoop Dogg, as he transforms from a gangster rapper to a reggae artist called Snoop Lion. The film explores the influence of reggae music and Rastafarian culture on Snoop Dogg's personal and artistic journey. It also delves into his experiences with marijuana and how it has shaped his perspective on life.
Rockers is a 1978 movie set in Jamaica, focusing on the lives of a group of young musicians. The film explores themes of poverty, discrimination, and organized crime, as the musicians face challenges and obstacles while trying to make a career in the reggae music industry. The story follows their struggles and friendships, as they navigate the tough realities of their lives in the ghetto. With a blend of humor and drama, Rockers provides a glimpse into the vibrant and inspiring world of Jamaican reggae music.
Bob Marley and the Wailers entered the newly refurbished Tuff Gong Studios on May 1, 1980 to rehearse songs for the upcoming Uprising tour which starts June 1, 1980 in München, Germany. A film crew is at the rehearsal to film footage for a JBC documentary on Bob Marley and Tuff Gong. Much of the rehearsal was captured on film, and it has become legendary footage.
Capturing the ongoing relevance of reggae and its social values, and the music's passion to revitalize an older generation while passing it on to younger listeners.
In the 70s and 80s Britain was rife with racial tension and police harassment particularly against black British youths. These youths were the rebel generation who were also searching for an identity. They created a music - a sub genre of reggae known as Lovers Rock. This music became a global brand through artists like UB40 and Maxi Priest. The music brought a level of intimacy between young people that was unique. It was also 'girl power' music that empowered a generation of young women. Through comedy, live performance, dance, interviews and archive the film takes you back to an untold era of British cultural, music and political history.
The Upsetter tells the fascinating story of Lee Scratch Perry a visionary musician and artist from poor rural Jamaica who journeyed to the big city of Kingston in the late 1950’s with dreams of making it in the burgeoning record industry. He burst upon the scene with a brand new sound, inventing a genre of music that would come to be called Reggae, discovering a young Bob Marley and gaining international recognition as a record producer and solo artist. Soon he was being called upon by artists as diverse as The Clash and Paul McCartney to provide his unique sound.
The young, gifted and black generation of the '70s who started the British Reggae movement is captured in this unique documentary. Groove to the smooth sounds and see rare footage.