Movies - Bob Marley One love : Premiere in Paris Set for February 1, 2024

By Mulder, 09 january 2024

Fans of legendary reggae artist Bob Marley are in for a treat as the highly anticipated biographical musical drama film, Bob Marley: One Love, is all set for its Parisian premiere on February 1, 2024. Directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green, the film traces the life of Bob Marley from his meteoric rise to fame to his untimely demise in the early 1980s.

The star-studded cast includes Kingsley Ben-Adir portraying the iconic Bob Marley, Lashana Lynch as Rita Marley, and James Norton in the role of Chris Blackwell. Other notable cast members include Jesse Cilio as Norval Marley, Sevana as Judy Mowatt, and Tosin Cole as Tyrone Downie. The film also features Michael Gandolfini, Nadine Marshall, Anthony Welsh, and Stefan A.D Wade in undisclosed roles.

Bob Marley: One Love is produced by Ziggy Marley, Rita Marley, Cedella Marley, Jeremy Kleiner, Dede Gardner, and Robert Teitel. The screenplay is crafted by Terence Winter, Frank E. Flowers, Zach Baylin, and Reinaldo Marcus Green, with a story developed by Winter and Flowers.

The film's principal photography commenced in December 2022 in the vibrant city of London, wrapping up in April 2023. Ziggy Marley, the producer, officially unveiled the film's title, Bob Marley: One Love, during CinemaCon in the same month. Our media was present a the Cinemacon Paramount Pictures panel (read our news here)

Adding a soulful touch to the film is the musical genius Kris Bowers, who has composed the score for "Bob Marley: One Love." The film's soundtrack promises to be a fitting tribute to the reggae legend's musical legacy.

Originally scheduled for release on January 12, 2024, the film's premiere was rescheduled to February 14, 2024, in both the United States and the United Kingdom by Paramount Pictures. The Parisian premiere on February 1, 2024, is expected to be a star-studded event, attracting fans, celebrities, and music enthusiasts eager to celebrate the life and music of the legendary Bob Marley. The main actor Kingsley Ben-Adir and Ziggy Marley will be present to this Premiere.

Bob Marley: One Love is poised to captivate audiences worldwide with its compelling storytelling, outstanding performances, and a soundtrack that pays homage to the enduring spirit of one of the greatest musical icons of all time.

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Synopsis :
Bob Marley: One Love celebrates the life and music of an icon who inspired generations with his message of love and unity. For the first time on the big screen, discover Bob Marley's powerful story, his resilience in the face of adversity, and the path that led him to his revolutionary music.

Bob Marley: One Love
Directed by Reinaldo Marcus Green
Screenplay by Terence Winter, Frank E. Flowers, Zach Baylin, Reinaldo Marcus Green
Story by Terence Winter, Frank E. Flowers
Produced by Ziggy Marley, Rita Marley, Cedella Marley, Jeremy Kleiner, Dede Gardner, Robert Teitel
With Kingsley Ben-Adir, Lashana Lynch, James Norton
Director of photography: Robert Elswit
Editing: Pamela Martin
Music: Kris Bowers
Production companies: Plan B Entertainment, Tuff Gong, State Street Pictures
Distributed by Paramount Pictures
Release date: February 14, 2024 (United States, France)
Running time : 107 minutes