Grace Jones: Bloodlight And Bami (2017)

The influential and one of a kind androgynous singer/actress/model/performance artist Grace Jones returns to the place of her birth, Jamaica. There, she reconnects with her family roots recollecting the abusive childhood under the oppressive hand of her religious stepfather. The documentary also devotes time to her career including several live performances before an audience. Directed by Sophie Fiennes (Ralph's sister). For fans of Grace Jones (as I am), this film is a wonderful opportunity to peek into Jones's history as well as thrill to her electric stage presence when she performs. We get to see several aspects of Jones from abused child to diva (both onstage and off) to loving grandmother. The make up is off (both literally and metaphorically) and what we see is a survivor and uncanny force of nature as well as the startling contrast between the near poverty (perhaps simplicity is a better word) of her heritage and the glamorous life (champagne breakfasts in Paris). If you're unfamiliar with Jones, the film provides a chance to discover her for yourself.