Just in time for the holidays, the romantic comedy, “Coming to Africa,” written and directed by Anwar Jamison, is set to make its theatrical premiere in Ghana at two of the country’s top theatres. The film will bow at the Silverbird Cinemas, both in the Accra Mall and the West Hills Mall on Friday, December 10, and Saturday, December 11, respectively. Located in Accra Ghana, both theatres will feature a 7 and 9 p.m. showing of the award-winning film. After the December 10th premiere, there will be an after-party at the Soho Bar in Accra, featuring the cast and crew.
“Coming to Africa” is a romantic comedy, which explores the themes of classism, racism, and social consciousness behind the backdrop of contemporary black love. The film boasts an ensemble cast, which includes Jamison, along with Khalil Kain (“Juice,” “Girlfriends”) and Ghanaian tv and film star Nana Ama McBrown (“Aloe Vera,” “McBrown’s Kitchen”).
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In this new role, Jamison portrays a Black man blinded by his personal aspirations and success; and not interested in any dialogue about the social ills of the world. Afraid to rock the boat, he’s unwilling to use his privilege and position to sound an alarm for political or social injustice. In fact, he’s adapted to his privileged culture quite comfortably, until a dose of reality and a trip to the Motherland changes his world.
Heartwarming and funny, “Coming to Africa” will transport audiences to Ghana, and watch a Black man transform his heart and soul and discover his self-identity – all thanks to the power of #BlackLove.
“Coming to Africa” was shot in Memphis, Tennessee, and Accra, Ghana. The romcom was produced by Ghanaian tv host PY Addo Boateng. Jamison served as executive producer. Mi Prime Entertainment and Hood Professor Productions served as the production companies on this project.
Due to the pandemic, the film had a limited run on the film festival circuit. However, the film came up a big winner at the 7th annual Las Vegas Black Film Festival (LVBFF), which took place on August 6-9, 2020 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Making its world premiere at LVBFF, “Coming to Africa,” nabbed three Jury Awards – that is, Best Romance, Best Comedy, and Best Actress. The four-day festival screened a distinctive lineup of narrative features, documentaries, music videos, and short films at the Mediterranean-themed Suncoast Hotel & Casino in Las Vegas.
Currently, “Coming to Africa” is streaming on Amazon Prime, Apple TV, and Google Play.
COMING TO AFRICA - run time: 95 minutes
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