AFRICA UNITE is a singular and masterfully executed film that is at once concert tribute, Marley family travelogue, and humanitarian documentary, igniting the screen with the spirit of world renowned reggae icon BOB MARL... more »EY in its every frame. In commemoration of Bob?s 60th birthday, Africa Unite is centered on the Marleys? first time ever family trip to Ethiopia in 2005. Includes rare archival footage of world renowned reggae icon Bob Marley. There in the capital city of Addis Ababa three generations of Marleys take part in a 12 hour concert like no other, attended by more than 300,000 people from around the world, with the ultimate purpose of inspiring the young generations of Africa to unite for the future of their continent. Features exuberant on stage spots as well as a soundtrack brimming with Bob Marley studio classics. Includes appearances by UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador, actor Danny Glover, world music sensation Angelique Kidjo, Bob Marley?s mother Mrs. Booker, and Princess Mary, granddaughter of Emperor Haile Selassie. Produced and directed by Stephanie Black, Life & Debt; H 2 Worker, Associate Produced by Ras Bobby Morgan, and Executive Produced by Rita Marley, Cedella Marley, Danny Glover, and Joslyn Barnes.« less
"The DVD is part documentary, part concert. Watching it makes me think how sorely mankind needs divine intervention, bc our problems run so deep, and try as we might we seem to use our differences to our detriment, instead of to our betterment."
Africa Unite is Fire
Writergirl | Washington DC | 03/10/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
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This documentary/cinematic concert is wonderful. I learned so much about Ethiopia and Africa as a whole, the music was great, and the old footage of Haile Selassie, Bob Marley, and others was also a treat. Something you can watch over and over."
Best Rasta profile
MH | Sacramento, CA United States | 07/17/2008
(5 out of 5 stars)
"A clear and very well organized DVD. I love the historical clips added to show the story of Rasta and Bob. It is a very nice DVD to have as a collection. I did hear the DVD can be found at other retail stores like Fry's at a lower price."
Jah Bless
J. Tinsey | 10/16/2009
(5 out of 5 stars)
"In celebration of Bob's would-be 60th birthday, this documentary/concert provides insight to the Rasta movement and its message. There is rare footage of the messiah himself, Haile Selassie, and of the Marley family in their journey to Zion.
This film shows the power, influence, and meaning behind the music Bob introduced to the world. The music and the message live. Rasta or not watch this film.
"Rastafari not a culture- it's a reality." -Bob Marley
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Back to Africa
Paul Beresford | Atlanta GA, USA | 01/27/2009
(4 out of 5 stars)
"What a joy to see the whole Marly clan back in Africa for this special ocassion. The music was great but the purpose for the visit was even more significant. A must see!!!"