The latest film, “One Love,” starring Kingsley Ben-Adir as Bob Marley is giving Rastafarianism. But that’s not all. One Love is based on the true life story of Robert Nesta Marley widely known as Bob Marley, and is projected partly on religious and social movements that had a profound impact on Marley’s life, and music as it has been explored with great sensitivity. The film underscores Marley’s unwavering commitment to this philosophy that originated in Jamaica in the 1930s and its special heed to Marley’s music.
The Rastafari religion, with its emphasis on Afrocentrism, self-determination, and spiritual connection with nature, resonated and portrayed as deeply as it was necessary in the film. As a Rastafarian, Marley appeared to discuss certain beliefs in the divinity of Emperor Haile Selassie of Ethiopia and considered himself part of a global African community that aimed to resist oppressive societal structures. This belief system was strongly reflected in Marley’s music, with songs such as “Africa Unite” and “War” echoing Rastafari’s teachings about unity and resistance against oppression.
The film delves into Marley’s transformation into a Rastafarian, showing how this spiritual awakening influenced what was put into creating such musical style and lyrics, that we still sing and know from today’s age. This film investigates how Marley’s Rastafarian beliefs were placed on social issues.
Let’s not forget the hair-locks, a symbol of the Rastafari movement, is shown not as a mere fashion statement but as an integral part of Marley’s religious commitment. All in one, to the philosophy of how Marley’s message was conveyed. With a strong belief in its power to stimulate change and bridge cultural divides. This is perhaps most evident in the iconic song “One Love,” which has become an anthem of peace and unity worldwide.
Let’s also remember the significance of Ethiopia, a symbol of African unity, played in shaping Marley’s philosophy and music. Abandoned by his white father at a young age, and later found a sense of identity in Rastafarianism, which venerates Emperor Haile Selassie of Ethiopia as a figure to look up to.
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