A new milestone for Ghanaian cinema has been set with the upcoming local premiere of “The Fisherman”, the first film from Ghana to be officially selected and screened at the prestigious 81st Venice International Film Festival.
The film is scheduled to premiere on Thursday, September 19, 2025, at the Silverbird Cinemas in Accra and West Hills Mall.
Produced by Kofi Owusu-Afriyie of Luu Vision Media, “The Fisherman” garnered international acclaim at the festival by winning the prestigious Fellini Medal, part of the Enrico Fulchignoni Prize from UNESCO’s International Council for Film, Television, and Audiovisual Communication (ICFT).
This award recognises films that embody UNESCO’s core values of peace and tolerance, underscoring the film’s significant cultural impact and universal appeal.
The film is a comedic and heartfelt tale centered on an aging Ghanaian man, Atta Oko, who dreams of owning his own boat to become the most respected fisherman in his village.
The narrative weaves together themes of resilience, community, and the enduring spirit of coastal livelihoods, all while celebrating the vibrant culture of Ghana.
Shot entirely on location in Ghana, the film features a stellar cast of both established and emerging talents.
The ensemble cast includes Ricky Adeleyitar, Endurance Grand, William Lamptey, Kiki Romi, Fred Amugi, Roselyn Ngissah, Dorothy Konadu, Mynna Otoo, Adjeezay, Adwoa Akoto, Princess Fathia Nkrumah, Papa Osei, Andrew Adote, and Shadrack Agyare. The film also features a special appearance by Nigerian actor Dulo Harris.
Behind the scenes, the production was a collaborative effort led by Owusu-Afriyie and King Luu of Luu Vision Media, with Korey Jackson also serving as a producer.
The talented crew includes cinematographer Adam Carboni, costume designer Gifty Mawuena Sossavi, production designer Douglas Baiden, editor Jasmin Way, and sound composer Avi Amon. Visual effects were led by Nurudeen Tahiru and Daria Amai Shelton, with casting by Mawuko Kuadzi.
By: Rainbowradioonline.com/Ghana
