Fisherman: First Ghanaian film to make it to Venice International Film Festival

Ghanaian cinema has taken a historic leap as The Fisherman, produced by Kofi Owusu-Afriyie of Luu Vision Media, made its official debut on the prestigious 81st La Biennale Venice Film Festival.

The movie, written and directed by Zoey Martinson, marked Ghana’s first official choice on the globally famend competition, premiering to an enthusiastic sold-out viewers and incomes a standing ovation.

While it screened out of competitors, The Fisherman achieved outstanding acclaim, profitable the illustrious Fellini Medal, awarded by UNESCO’s Enrico Fulchignoni Prize.

The prize, now in its thirty sixth 12 months, represents one of the vital vital acknowledgments by ICFT-UNESCO, honoring movies that finest embody the values of peace and tolerance promoted by the group.

Martinson’s deeply rooted narrative attracts from her private experiences residing in Keta, bringing to life a Ghanaian story that superbly captures resilience, group, and the coastal livelihoods woven into Ghana’s heritage.

Filmed completely in Ghana, The Fisherman showcases a few of Ghana’s most celebrated abilities, together with Ricky Adeleyitar, Endurance Grand, William Lamptey, and Kiki Romi, alongside Nigeria’s Dulo Harris.

Fred Amugi, Roselyn Ngissah, Dorothy Konadu, Mynna Otoo, Adjeezay, Adwoa Akoto, Princess Fathia Nkrumah, Papa Osei, Andrew Adote, and Shadrack Agyare spherical out the stellar solid.

Beyond a groundbreaking storyline, The Fisherman shines as a result of its creative craftsmanship: cinematography by Adam Carboni, costume design by Gifty Mawuena Sossavi, and manufacturing design by Douglas Baiden.

Jasmin Way brings her experience because the editor, with an evocative rating composed by Avi Amon. The movie’s spectacular visible results are led by Nurudeen Tahiru and Daria Amai Shelton, with casting by Mawuko Kuadzi.

“The Venice premiere was a surreal second for us,” mentioned producer Kofi Owusu-Afriyie. “To be right here and to witness this story resonate with folks from various backgrounds is a triumph for Ghanaian cinema and the African movie group as an entire.”

Produced by Luu Vision Media, helmed by Owusu-Afriyie and King Luu, alongside Korey Jackson, The Fisherman is at the moment looking for distribution. For updates on its journey, the movie invitations audiences to comply with its Instagram web page at The Fisherman Film.

According to movie critics, The Fisherman, with its compelling story, wealthy cultural insights, and now world acclaim, units a brand new normal for Ghanaian cinema on the world stage. The movie’s recognition at Venice marks not solely a milestone for its creators however a proud second for Ghana and your entire African movie business.

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