Drama,Music
Ireland,United Kingdom,United States of America
Jimi: All Is by My Side is a biopic directed by John Ridley and stars André Benjamin (aka André 3000 from Outkast) as Jimi Hendrix. The film is set between 1966 and 1967, during Hendrix's early days in London, where he met and befriended Linda Keith (Imogen Poots), a model and socialite who introduced him to the British music scene.
The movie follows Hendrix's struggle to make a name for himself and find his own sound, while dealing with racism, addiction, and the pressures of the music industry. Along the way, he meets other famous musicians, such as Eric Clapton (Django Wexler) and Chas Chandler (Andrew Buckley), who becomes his manager and helps him secure a record deal.
Throughout the film, we see Hendrix's creative process and the evolution of his music, from his bluesy roots to his innovative and experimental style that would make him a legend. The film also touches on his romantic relationships, including his tumultuous affair with Kathy Etchingham (Hayley Atwell), and his complex relationship with his father, Al (Ruth Negga).
Jimi: All Is by My Side received mixed reviews from critics, with some praising Benjamin's performance and Ridley's direction, while others criticized the film's fictionalization of certain events and the use of Hendrix's music (which was not approved by his estate). Despite these issues, the film offers an interesting glimpse into Hendrix's early career and the cultural and social context of the 1960s.
