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Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami (2018): Cast, Ratings & Box Office

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Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami is a 2018 documentary directed by Sophie Fiennes, starring Grace Jones, Jean-Paul Goude and Sly & Robbie. It runs 1 hour 55 minutes and earned $632,394 worldwide. Critics gave it 87% on Rotten Tomatoes and 75 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.2/10.

IMDb rating
6.2/10
Rotten Tomatoes
87%
worldwide gross
$632.4K
Echo Score
69
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Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami (2018) movie poster
Released
Runtime
1h 55m (115 min)
Director
Sophie Fiennes
Genre
Documentary
Original language
English
After the credits
No No extra scene
The story

What Is Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami About?

The premise of Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami without spoilers.

This captivating documentary offers a unique look at pop icon Grace Jones, blending electrifying musical performances with intimate moments from her life. Directed by Sophie Fiennes, the film explores beyond a standard music biography, revealing the many facets of her personality. It portrays her as a businesswoman, mother, lover, and the unforgettable androgynous glam-pop diva that has captivated audiences for decades.

Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami Themes & Keywords

· 10 tags
  • pop music
  • concert
  • jamaica
  • female rear nudity
  • female full frontal nudity
  • female frontal nudity
  • female nudity
  • title directed by female
  • concert music
  • roots
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Cast & crew

Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami Cast

Grace Jones leads the cast, with Jean-Paul Goude and Sly & Robbie. Directed by Sophie Fiennes.

From the director

More from Sophie Fiennes

More films directed by Sophie Fiennes, best-rated first: Four Quartets, The Pervert's Guide to Ideology, Over Your Cities Grass Will Grow and Acting.

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Ratings

Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami Reviews & Ratings

Critics gave Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami 87% on Rotten Tomatoes and 75 on Metacritic, and IMDb users rate it 6.2/10. Our Echo Score gives it 69/100, strongest in character & emotion (80) and weakest in story & flow (55).

69 /100

Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami Echo Score Breakdown

Overall, Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami presents a striking visual and emotional portrait hindered by uneven narrative pacing. On the one hand, reviewers praised the film’s imaginative style and intimate character moments. However, its loose structure and extended runtime drew criticism for lacking coherent storytelling and context. While the documentary succeeds in capturing Grace Jones’s magnetic presence and sensory impact, its narrative gaps and pacing issues temper its overall appeal.

Our own 0–100 rating, built from five aspects: art, character, story, the sensory experience and how well a film rewatches.

  • Art & Craft 75

    In terms of art and craft, the film stands out for its expressive visual style and inventive editing. Several reviewers noted the dreamlike cinematography, intricate weaving of archival footage, and cohesive tapestry of life. Some critics, however, pointed to uneven direction and moments of overlong sequences. Overall, the visual presentation remains a prominent asset.

  • Character & Emotion 80

    When it comes to character and emotion, the documentary delivers an engaging portrait of Grace Jones’s persona. Observers highlighted moments of intense emotional resonance, capturing her fierce energy, humor, and humanity with intimacy. A few reviews noted limited insight into her personal motivations and sporadic lack of context. On balance, the film offers a compelling but occasionally incomplete character study.

  • Story & Flow 55

    In terms of story and flow, the film exhibits an uneven narrative structure that many found disjointed. Several reviewers described the pacing as overextended and criticized the lack of clear contextual framing or thematic cohesion. A minority appreciated the tapestry-like assembly of life events. Ultimately, the documentary’s loose construction undermines sustained engagement.

  • Sensory Experience 75

    When considering the sensory experience, the film succeeds in immersing the viewer through its dynamic soundscapes and striking visual elements. Concert footage and an evocative soundtrack were noted for capturing the energy of live performance, while sound design and visual cohesion reinforced the documentary’s atmospheric quality. Overall, the audio-visual interplay stands out as a key strength.

  • Rewatch Factor 60

    With regard to rewatch value, the documentary offers selective appeal for devoted fans but may struggle to engage repeat viewings. Enthusiasts will appreciate its intimate glimpses and rich sensory moments, yet the lack of cohesive narrative and uneven pacing limit lasting fascination. In sum, it provides notable moments but falls short as a repeatedly watched experience.

Box office

Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami Box Office

Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami grossed $632,394 worldwide. $375,208 came from the US and Canada and $257,186 (41%) from the rest of the world.

2018 box office

Worldwide gross

$632.4K

US & Canada
$375.2K
International
$257.2K
US & Canada 59% Rest of the world 41%
Videos

Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami Trailers & Videos

The trailer of Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami.

Official Trailer
Cars

Cars in Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami

16 cars on screen, including the 2001 Honda Civic and the Mercedes-Benz C-Klasse W205.

All 16 cars
  • 2001 Honda Civic in Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami 2001 Honda Civic Important role
  • Mercedes-Benz C-Klasse W205 in Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami Mercedes-Benz C-Klasse W205 Important role
  • Porsche 911 Carrera Cabrio 996 in Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami Porsche 911 Carrera Cabrio 996 Important role
  • 2015 Ford Transit in Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami 2015 Ford Transit Minor role
Details

Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami Also Known As

8 alternative titles, including “Amazing Grace” and “גרייס ג'ונס: על הבמה”.

Also known as
  • Amazing Grace
  • גרייס ג'ונס: על הבמה
  • Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami - Das Leben einer Ikone
  • Грейс Джонс: Хлеб и зрелища
  • 葛蕾丝·琼斯:血光和巴米
  • Grace Jones: Lidenskabelig, vild, sårbar og guddommelig
  • 그레이스 존스: 스튜디오와 빵
  • Grace Jones. La pantera del Pop

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Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami FAQ: Cast & Box Office

Runtime, release date, director, cast, box office, ratings and post-credit scenes of Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami, each answered in a sentence.

How long is Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami?

Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami runs 1 hour 55 minutes (115 minutes).

When was Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami released?

Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami was released on April 13, 2018.

Who directed Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami?

Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami was directed by Sophie Fiennes.

More films by Sophie Fiennes

Who is in the cast of Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami?

Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami stars Grace Jones, Jean-Paul Goude and Sly & Robbie.

How much did Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami make at the box office?

Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami grossed $632,394 worldwide ($375,208 domestic, $257,186 international).

How is Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami rated?

Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami has 6.2/10 on IMDb, 87% on Rotten Tomatoes, 75 on Metacritic and 58% on TMDB.

Does Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami have a post-credit scene?

No. Grace Jones: Bloodlight and Bami has no extra scene during or after the credits.

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