THE THRILLING STORY OF THE CIMARONS NOW A MUST-SEE DOCUMENTARY
The Cimarons, Britain’s first reggae band, were pioneers on the UK reggae scene. Formed in 1967 by teenage Jamaican immigrants, they brought reggae to British youth, blending ska, rocksteady, and roots reggae. Harder Than the Rock: The Cimarons Story is a must-see documentary that captures their incredible journey.
Their story is beautifully captured in Harder Than The Rock: The Cimarons Story. This documentary, directed by Mark Warmington, premiered at Sheffield DocFest to rave reviews. It is now available on PPV.
IT CAPTURES WITH REAL WARMTH, TENDERNESS AND HUMOUR, THE BAND LOVINGLY BACK TOGETHER
Daniel Dylan Wray of The Guardian writes, “As the documentary captures with real warmth, tenderness and humour, the band are lovingly back together.”
Harder Than The Rock follows the band’s journey, showing how they worked with legends like Bob Marley, Toots & the Maytals, and Jimmy Cliff. Despite their influence, the Cimarons have often been overlooked. The film highlights their struggles, including the loss of drummer, Maurice Ellis.
Producer James Baxter shared, “After the film’s premiere at Sheffield DocFest, there was a significant groundswell of interest in the band and their music.”
Director Mark Warmington added, “The way those guys have been exploited is obscene, but they’ve persevered with dedication and love for reggae music.”
Don’t miss this heartfelt tribute to a band that shaped the reggae scene in the UK. You can rent the film here: https://www.harderthantherock.com
SPECIAL UK SCREENINGS
Catch a special one-time screening of Harder Than the Rock: The Cimarons Story at Vue Cinemas on 4 November 2024 at these select locations:
- Vue Bolton
- Vue Bristol
- Vue Bromley
- Vue Cheshire Oaks
- Vue Croydon Purley Way
- Vue Leicester
- Vue Manchester Printworks
- Vue Plymouth
- Vue Portsmouth
- Vue Romford
- Vue Sheffield
- Vue Star City
- Vue Westfield
- Vue Westfield Stratford
ABOUT THE CIMARONS
Founded in 1967, the Cimarons quickly became Europe’s first reggae band, blending ska, rocksteady, and roots reggae into their sound. Led by Locksley Gitchie and Franklyn Dunn, the band collaborated with legends like Bob Marley and Jimmy Cliff, leaving a lasting impact on reggae.
Today, with new lead singer Michael Arkk, they continue to captivate audiences, bringing their timeless music to new generations with passion and soul.
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