On February 14th, the worldwide premiere of “Bob Marley: One Love” biopic set the stage for a heartfelt gathering in Hollywood, Florida, the place the Caribbean group of South Florida got here collectively to honor the legacy of the reggae legend.
Ouida Crawford, the founding father of Reggae Stay, orchestrated an intimate VIP viewing of this extremely anticipated film, alongside Caroline (CJ) Johnson.
Renting out two VIP theaters at Regals Cinemas in Diana Level, Crawford curated an invitation-only occasion that introduced collectively esteemed friends, together with artist/actor David Kerr (referred to as Davo), who portrayed his father, Junior Marvin of The Wailers, within the movie, and reggae celebrity Wayne Surprise.
Recognition of native actors
Crawford, a stalwart in Caribbean leisure, emphasised the significance of acknowledging native expertise throughout the film. “I made a decision to do that VIP expertise as a result of I’ve fairly a number of buddies within the film and simply the truth that Bob for us [Caribbean people] is an icon. And it was additionally in help of the native musicians and actors within the film. It was essential for me to assist push that alongside and present help for his or her journey and the biopic,” she defined.
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With a wealthy background as the previous founding father of Irie Jam Radio, Crawford continues to go away her mark on the trade via her function at Reggae Stay, the place she conceptualizes and organizes reside reggae reveals throughout the diaspora and works intently with Caribbean artists.
Different Jamaicans featured within the film embody musicians Naomi Cowan, J-Summa, Aston Barrett Jr., Hector Roots Lewis, Sheldon Shepherd, and singer Sevana.
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The premiere of “Bob Marley: One Love” not solely celebrates the life and music of a cultural icon but additionally highlights the unity and delight throughout the Caribbean group. By means of occasions like these, Ouida Crawford and her collaborators pave the way in which for higher recognition of Caribbean tradition and expertise within the leisure world.
