Bob Marley: One Love Film to Showcase Reggae Icon’s Timeless Message
Ziggy Marley, the son of the legendary Bob Marley, is set to shine an even bigger spotlight on his father’s iconic legacy with the upcoming feature film, Bob Marley: One Love. Despite Bob Marley’s perpetual fame and status as a top-selling artist, Ziggy and his siblings, along with their mother, Rita Marley, believe that now is the perfect time to bring their father’s message and philosophy to a new generation through the power of film.
Produced by Paramount Pictures, Bob Marley: One Love will star Kingsley Ben-Adir, known for his critically acclaimed portrayal of Malcolm X in One Night in Miami, in the title role. Ziggy explains, Instead of Bob (posthumously) putting out a ‘new’ album, this movie represents his message and philosophy in a way that will reach a new generation. Because this new generation is a visual generation.
Ziggy believes that by using the medium of film, they can reach more people and a new audience, effectively spreading Bob Marley’s message of love, unity, justice, and peace throughout the world. The upcoming movie aims to capture the electrifying charisma that set Bob Marley apart as an artist and performer, transforming reggae music into a global phenomenon.
Choosing the right actor to portray Bob Marley was no easy task, given the Marley family’s high standards and the need for authenticity. Ziggy, having been mentored in music by his famous parents, possesses an advantage that actor Ben-Adir doesn’t have – genetics and firsthand knowledge of his father’s musical prowess, shared by his mother as well.
The Marley family aims to honor Bob Marley’s legacy and ensure that his timeless message continues to inspire future generations. Ziggy’s recent Bob Marley tribute concert in San Diego showcased the powerful connection he shares with his father, creating an electrifying atmosphere for the socially distanced audience at Petco Park.
Bob Marley: One Love represents a unique way to carry forth the message of love, unity, justice, and peace that Bob Marley championed throughout his career. By using film as a visual medium, they hope to reach a wider and younger audience, spreading his mantra far and wide.
As the film project continues to gain momentum, it is evident that Bob Marley’s influence and music have stood the test of time. The enduring popularity of his songs, combined with his profound message, have made him an everlasting icon. With Bob Marley: One Love, Ziggy and his family aim to immortalize their father’s legacy and ensure that his powerful message resonates with generations to come.
