Buju Banton Movies
- 2008
Reggae Uncensored captures a number of popular performers both on stage and in candid behind-the-scenes footage. The program includes work from Sean Paul, Beenie Man, Junior Reid, and Collie Buddz. ~ Perry Seibert, Rovi
- Starring:
- Sizzla Kolonji, Damian Marley, (more)
- 2007
Camp Fire 2007, Part 1 features performances by a number of contemporary reggae artists including Snitty Kutchie, Red Rat, Keith Campbell, and Buju Banton. ~ Perry Seibert, Rovi
Hear the latest sounds from some of the most exciting names in reggae music on this video, which features performances and interviews from the Carribean, the South Seas, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Artists profiled on Reggae Nation: Island Movement include Buju Banton, Beenie Man, The Long Island Dub All Stars, Ky-Mani Marley, Mr. Vegas, and more. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi
In 1962, Jamaica won its independence from the United Kingdom, and the island nation, which had long struggled with poverty, attempted to use its agricultural resources in order to create a sound economic base. As Jamaica's financial problems grew more severe with time, prime minister Michael Manley struck a deal in 1977 with a consortium of economic institutions through the International Monetary Fund, who would loan money to the nation in exchange for removal of trade restrictions and subsidized exports. Twenty-five years later, most Jamaicans would agree that the deal drove a stake through the island's agricultural and industrial economy; imports from America have ruined the island's dairy industry, interference from growers and merchants in the United States and Latin America have effectively ended the growing of onions, bananas, carrots, and potatoes as cash crops, the value of the Jamaican dollar has plummeted, and the island is now seven billion dollars in debt to the IMF, with interest driving that figure higher each day. Filmmaker Stephanie Black examines the sad state of Jamaica's economy in the face of "free trade" in the global economy in the documentary Life + Debt, which includes interviews with Michael Manley and IMF director Stanley Fischer; the Jamaica Kincaid novel A Small Place provides some of the text for the film's narration. ~ Mark Deming, Rovi
- Starring:
- Jamaica Kincaid
- 2001
Reggae Jammin' 2 is a concert film featuring a variety of artists and DJs. Over a dozen acts take the stage including Papa San, Anthony B, ose Wales, Buju Banton, Brigadier Jerry, and Cobra. A companion video, Reggae Jammin' 1, is also available. ~ Perry Seibert, Rovi
- 1996
- PG13
This jammin' documentary is for those who still believe that all reggae music sounds the same. With no narration, explanation of the philosphies behind reggae or Rasafarianism, and no titles to announce the acts the film is nothing more or less than a series of live concert clips from some of the world's hottest reggae artists as they perform at festivals in Australia, Jamaica, Japan and the US. Featured artists come from reggae sub-genres ranging from lovers-rock to dance hall and include Ziggy Marley, Burning Spear, Beres Hammond, Carlene Davis, Yami Bolo, the late Garnett Silk, Shaggy, Shinehead, Buju Banton and more. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi
- 1994
This British documentary observes the socio-cultural, and political influences of rap and raggea (a combination between reggae and rap) music upon black pop culture and vice versa. The film has a special focus upon the increasing tendency for the songs to express anti-gay sentiments. Included are interviews, and clips from music videos. The filmmaker, Isaac Julien stays relatively objective as he presents his overview. ~ Sandra Brennan, Rovi
This release captures the young adults, hot bodies, flashy cars, and the copious alcohol consumption that makes the three day Memorial weekend in Miami such a memorable time. ~ Perry Seibert, Rovi
- Starring:
- Dingbatt, Hurricane Chris, (more)
