The Story ⚡
Peter Sedufia’s One Night Guest, featuring a blend of Ghanaian and Nigerian actors, has completed principal photography and is set for a Christmas release.
Tell Me More
Peter Sedufia’s One Night Guest, which began in 2022, has officially wrapped up production. The project is a collaboration between OldFilm Productions (Ghana), Sozo Films (Nigeria), and Gravel Road Studios (South Africa), featuring an impressive cast including Yvonne Okoro, Majid Michel, Warri Pikin, Roselyn Ngissah, Ini Edo, Chidi Mokeme, James Gardiner, Lasisi Elenu, and Akah Nani.
The film, written and directed by Sedufia and produced by Chris Odeh, is set for a Christmas Day release.
Key Background
Peter Sedufia, a graduate of the National Film and Television Institute (NAFTI) in Ghana, is an acclaimed filmmaker known for his versatility in directing both short and feature-length films. He holds a BFA in film directing and a diploma in business management. With a creative writing background, Peter’s films, including Keteke (2017) and Sidechic Gang (2018), have garnered various awards such as FESPACO. His notable works also include the comedy series Master and 3 Maids (2016–2017), Away Bus (2019), and Alovera (2020).
Tangent
The collaboration between Ghana and Nigeria in the film industry, as seen in One Night Guest, highlights the strengthening of cultural ties between the two nations. Both countries are powerhouses in African cinema, and their joint ventures help elevate the continent’s global representation in film. By bringing together talents like Chidi Mokeme, Majid Michel, and Ini Edo, the film showcases how African filmmakers are uniting across borders to create powerful narratives that resonate widely. This cooperation enhances storytelling while fostering mutual growth in West African cinema.
In Summary
One Night Guest will be released by 2024 Christmas making it another December contender audiences can look out for.
The makers have confirmed a box office release with Silverbird nabbing theatrical rights and Canal Plus for international rights.
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