by Lauren Nutall
February 21, 2024
The movie’s launch has shattered information in Jamaica.
Paramount’s Bob Marley: One Love exceeded field workplace expectations throughout its debut weekend in the US and internationally.
The biopic starring Kingsley Ben-Adir drew $52 million between Valentine’s Day and Presidents Day domestically, surpassing its estimated $51 million income on Sunday, in line with The Hollywood Reporter. This doesn’t embody the extra $29 million the movie garnered globally, setting a brand new file for a musical biopic opening within the UK and France and turning into the most important movie opening in Marley’s native Jamaica ever. General, the movie achieved practically double what was anticipated throughout its weekend opening, all with a complete funds of $70 million, an admirable feat on par with earlier biopics resembling Rocketman and Elvis.
The late musician’s son, Ziggy Marley, celebrated the movie’s accomplishments on Instagram. “The #bobmarleymovie that carries a message even in it’s very title is number one,” the 55-year-old boasted. “How blessed it’s that One Love is on the forefront on this time. How blessed {that a} movie can also be spreading a consciousness around the globe. Like @bobmarley music so is @onelovemovie. Due to all of the followers, pals and households who made this attainable. JAH Stay.”
Marley’s widow, Rita Marley, additionally applauded the movie’s success. “Give because of the individuals 🙏🏾 for serving to to unfold the message of #ONELOVE,” she shared on Instagram. “The UPrising tide elevate all boats in its waters. #bobmarley @onelovemovie.” Each Rita and Ziggy Marley have been producers of the movie, alongside his daughter, Cedella Marley.
The movement image depicts the late Rastafarian singer and his band, the Wailers, as they try to make use of music as a bridge between political ideologies to advertise peace. As he survives an assassination try, copes together with his deteriorating well being on account of a uncommon pores and skin most cancers, and struggles to navigate his duties as a father and husband, Marley grapples together with his function as certainly one of Jamaica’s hottest musical acts ever.
