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Title: "Stepping Razor" cuts a convincing slice of life...
Review: An unflinching and unexpectedly moving portrait of musician Peter Tosh. This is not your typical "rockumentary", as it delves more into the political and spiritual aspects of its subject as opposed to the the usual formula of concert footage + backstage drama. One minor criticism, (personal pet peeve) is the director's over-use of the "JFK" style inter-cutting of real footage with actor portrayals to illustrate some events; but this will not distract most viewers. There are also a few dubious statements made (and presented as fact);specifically, the insinuation that Tosh was the the real leader and force behind the Wailers and that Bob Marley was just a puppydog-like follower. Like the Beatles or other groundbreaking bands,I think it was more of a symbiotic blend of two (or more) massive talents that made the Wailers such a powerful influence. Nitpicks aside-- this is required viewing for reggae fans!
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