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Grace Jones: Bloodlight & Bami | Cinema Jukebox
April 19, 2018 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
$11.75 – $12.75The Coolidge present a film series that celebrates both a passion for movies and a love of music. It’ll feature everything from classics to concerts, with musicals and cult titles thrown in to create a perfect symphony of cinema.
An electrifying journey through the public and private worlds of pop culture mega-icon Grace Jones contrasts musical sequences with intimate personal footage, all the while brimming with Jones’s bold aesthetic.
In Jamaican patois, ‘Bloodlight’ is the red light that illuminates when an artist is recording and ‘Bami’ means bread, the substance of daily life. Director Sophie Fiennes creates a powerful cinematic experience, contrasting breathtaking musical sequences with intimate personal footage, ultimately reaching beyond the iconic mask. The film also features renowned photographer and Jones’ frequent creative collaborator Jean-Paul Goude, as well as Jamaican duo Sly and Robbie.