Bob Marley documentary in progress

Kevin MacDonald has been chosen to direct the upcoming Bob Marley documentary Marley. MacDonald's previous work includes The Last King of Scotland, Touching the Void, the upcoming gladiator film The Eagle and numerous documentaries including the Academy Award winner One Day in September.

MacDonald was chosen by the film's executive producers including Marley's son Ziggy, Steve Bing and Chris Blackwell. Ziggy Marley said in a statement, "We went to Kevin initially as an acclaimed documentarian but what has been most important to the family is his obvious passion for and interest in my father's life as a musician and person."

MacDonald will have the full cooperation of the Marley family. "What made Bob tick is probably unanswerable but viewers will certainly feel that they know him a little better after seeing our documentary. I am grateful to the Marley family for entrusting me with their heritage."

The documentary is expected to premier later this year for the 30th anniversary of Marley's passing.
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