Oscar-winning director Martin Scorsese has signed on to develop a full-length documentary on the life of the late legendary reggae musician-songwriter Bob Marley.

In addition to Scorsese, the project will gain support from multi-millionaire Steve Bings Shangri-La Entertainment and international sales agent Fortissimo Films.

The documentary, having already received permission from the Marley family, will also have direct input and support from Marleys son, Ziggy. He will take on the role as one of the executive producers of the project.

I am thrilled that the Marley family will finally have the opportunity to document our fathers legacy and are truly honored to have Mr. Scorsese guide the journey, Ziggy said.

While the title of the film has yet to be decided, the release date has already been set for February 6, 2010. This date will mark the 65th anniversary of Bob Marleys birth.

Scorsese is widely recognized for his work on Oscar-nominated films including Taxi Driver, Goodfellas, Casino, The Aviator and 2007 Best Picture Winner The Departed.

At only 36 years old, Bob Marley passed away in 1981 from cancer. He has received icon status and his legacy continues from his popularizing of the Ethiopia-centric, ganja-infused Rastafarian religion, giving the entire Caribbean nation a distinct and global projection.

SOURCES: Reuters, Carribean Net News, Variety

Reported By Cyrus Langhorne