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Genres
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CastBob Marley
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DirectorChristian Wagner
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Release Date2014
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Runtime1 hr 53 min

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Bob Marley – Uprising Live! is a revolutionary concert film that captures the iconic reggae musician Bob Marley performing for the last time in Europe during his 1980 Uprising tour. The film was directed by Stephanie Bennett and was released in 2001. The film opens with footage of Marley arriving in Milan, Italy, before cutting to concert footage of Marley and the Wailers singing "Natural Mystic," "Positive Vibration" and "Revolution" in its purest form. The sound is raw and visceral, just as it would have sounded on the night of the concert. 12r3x
The concert takes place in the San Siro stadium in Milan, where Marley and the Wailers perform for over 100,000 people. Marley is a commanding presence on stage, his energy and charisma are magnetic, and it's clear that he's having an amazing time performing with his band.
Throughout the concert, we see Marley's signature moves; the way he effortlessly slides across the stage and the way he pumps his fist in the air. The audience is wholly immersed in the music and it's not hard to see why. Marley's voice is incredible, his lyrics are powerful and inspiring, and the energy from the entire band is electrifying.
As the show progresses, Marley pauses to address the crowd, explaining the importance of the Rastafari faith and the political messages behind his songs. One moment that stands out is when he talks about the importance of unity and love, and he encourages the crowd to hold hands with their neighbor to symbolize coming together as one.
The concert takes a more serious turn when Marley begins to sing "Zimbabwe," a song he wrote after the country gained its independence earlier that year. Marley is moved to tears by the sight of his fellow Africans waving the green, yellow and red flag, symbolizing their hard-won freedom from colonialism. It's a powerful and emotional moment, and the audience feels the impact.
Other songs performed include "No Woman No Cry," "Get Up Stand Up," "War," and "Redemption Song." Each song is an uplifting and transporting experience, especially when heard live in a stadium of such size.
The concert's climactic moment comes during the finale when Marley encourages the audience to sing along to one of his most famous songs, "Exodus." The energy is electric as thousands of people sing together, ed in unison by Marley and the Wailers. The performance is quite touching, and it's clear that Marley and his band are incredibly moved by the response from the fans.
The film's final moments show the band wrapping up, and Marley stepping behind a curtain, which seems to signify the end of the show. This moment is significant because this concert marked one of Marley's last performances — he would die of cancer the following year.
Overall, the film is a fantastic tribute to one of the greatest musicians of all time, and it's incredibly moving to see Marley's ion and commitment to his music on full display. The film is a must-watch for any fans of reggae, or music lovers in general, as it's a powerful testament to the impact that music can have on the world.