Recently, I had the opportunity to watch the “One Love” movie, which I found both enjoyable and thought-provoking for its core message. However, as an artist myself, I couldn’t help but notice several aspects that I would have approached differently. My main critique lies in the production and execution, which at times felt overly artificial, missing the raw and authentic essence of the Jamaican setting. The film earns two stars from me for its bold attempt to confront racism and its impact on Bob Marley’s evolution and philosophical transformation. This transformation propelled him from the shadows of Jamaica to become a beacon of change and awareness. Yet, the narrative falls short in linking his growth directly to his Rastafarian beliefs, leaving viewers unfamiliar with the culture without a clear understanding of his journey.
The depiction of Rastafari in the movie was particularly lacking, offering little in terms of justice or clarity to the movement. Additionally, the film avoids discussing Bob Marley’s challenges with Western norms of fidelity, which are deeply intertwined with his Rastafarian lifestyle and the reason behind his many children with different partners. This omission was another missed opportunity for enlightenment.
Casting decisions that favoured foreign actors to capture the quintessence of Jamaican identity were disappointing, though understandable from a production standpoint. Despite this, the limited roles given to Jamaican actors stood out as the most genuine and memorable performances in the film.
Despite these criticisms, the essence of the movie’s message remains vital. It serves as a reminder that Reggae music is more than a genre; it’s a form of consciousness and a tool for fighting for freedom and equality worldwide. Bob was here in his short life for a reason and I think this movie tried to explain why Bob was born, fathered by a white man and mothered by a black woman. What more powerful imagery of someone destined to be a healer and not a divider, a prophet living amongst us, and humans being flawed and shortsighted were too busy caught in the rapture and not seeing the miracle that lived amongst us.
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Bob Marley father was a white BRITISH MAN and Bob converted to orthodox Christianity on his death bed !
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