The Upsetter: The Life and Music of Lee Scratch Perry (2008)

Plot

The Upsetter explores the captivating journey of Lee Scratch Perry, a groundbreaking musician from impoverished rural Jamaica who moved to Kingston in the late 1950s, hoping to break into the emerging music scene. He made a striking entrance with a revolutionary sound, creating what would be known as Reggae. In the process, he discovered a young Bob Marley and gained worldwide acclaim as both a record producer and solo artist. Before long, artists like The Clash and Paul McCartney sought him out for his distinctive sound.