Most people’s knowledge of reggae music begins and ends with Bob Marley. That’s not necessarily a bad thing, but, as this delightful documentary reveals there’s more to discover and enjoy. The film is actually just a couple of reggae TV shows tacked together with Banto speaking directly at you answering questions asked off camera, so it’s not much to look at, visually speaking. That doesn’t matter because the music is so good and Banto is such an engaging interview. The film is a big fan letter to the man, too, so it doesn’t really put his career into perspective, at least in terms of the cultural and political influence of reggae music in Jamaica and throughout the world. Again, that’s not a problem because it’s pretty clear that Banto isn’t trying to be a lightning rod for political movements. He just wants to dance and have fun. You will, too.
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