Popularly known Ghanaian entertainment journalist and critic, Anthony Osarfo, is on a journey to make a strong statement with his writing artistry – this time, as a screenwriter.

Having nurtured the art of scriptwriting, a skill known only to his close associates, Anthony Osarfo is in full gear to storm Hollywood as a screenwriter.

To prove his salt in an industry (Hollywood) that is saturated with top-drawer writers, Anthony Osarfo has won for himself, ‘Best Original Screenplay’ with his supernatural-horror feature screenplay titled ‘Honor Janet.’

According to Osarfo, the inspiration behind the story and the title of the screenplay came from the life stories and first name of his mother, wife, and mother-in-law — who are all called Janet.

“I weaved the stories of these great women in my life together, added fiction, and came out with this mind-boggling screenplay titled “Honor Janet” I have a lot to share, but I will not spoil the surprise just yet. I reserve that for another day” says Anthony Osarfo

Osarfo has also placed in other eminent screenplay contests like; Finalist – Oregon Scream Week Horror Film Festival (November 8, 2019) — Finalist with an Honorable Mention – Creepy Tree Film Festival (November 30, 2019) – 100 Top Scripts Awardee — Capital Fund Screenplay Competition (July 1, 2019). He looks forward to more awards in the coming years.

Osarfo Interviewed By Script Summit (US)

These tractions coupled with Osarfo’s fascinating story of how he intends to penetrate Hollywood as an African scriptwriter while living in Ghana, has earned him a rare interview with the Director of Script Summit contest, Geoffrey D. Calhoun – bestselling author of ‘The Guide For Every Screenwriter’ and founder of wefixyourscript.com.

Following his exploits, Anthony Osarfo is the man of the moment for Script Summit’s ‘In The Spotlight’ – – an esteemed platform designed to discover emerging and promising scriptwriters in US and across the globe to share their writing skills, vision, philosophies, and challenges.

Read the full interview HERE

The Management of Record Label, FIRST KLASS MUSIC on Sunday 8th December 2019 joined Obibini Takyi Junior, AfroPop and Highlife Artiste to officially launch his very much-anticipated hit single ‘APUTϽϽ’ which features ‘Nothing I Get’ Hitmaker, Fameye.

FIRST KLASS MUSIC led by its CEO, Mr. Michael Obeng, were the official organizers of the Launch which came off at ASANTE-AKYEM ATWEDIE in the Ashanti Region of Ghana.

Obibini Takyi Junior is the son of the legendary ‘Akosombo Nkanea’ hitmaker, Highlife Musician, Obibini Takyi.

ASANTE-AKYEM ATWEDIE was settled as the venue since it happens to be the true roots of Obibini Takyi Junior. The whole Atwedie Community came to a standstill as hundreds of fans jammed and danced to this classic hit song, APUTϽϽ.

The First Klass Music Signee, Obibini Takyi Junior, one of Ghana’s most promising artistes has bounced back after the release of ‘Boso Powder,’ ‘Yebe Boso’, Ebony Tribute Song and Anokye Supremo Tribute Song.

This new project ‘APUTϽϽ’ was produced by the good old Evergreen Highly Spiritual Engineer, Papa Kaywa.

Obibini Takyi Junior is a multi-talented Artiste as he is also a prolific Beat Maker and Sound Engineer with his own studio.

This is the official video of the song and it was shot by Abdul Shaibu Jackson.

Multi- award winning gospel sensation Joyce Blessing after treating Kumasi to a wonderful moment of spirit filled gospel experience at the Unbreakable Concert is set to hold the first Edition DOXAZO in Accra.

Organized by DaveJoy Productions and Unbreakable Ministries, the event promises to be an awesome experience for patrons and congregation who will gather at Alive Chapel to worship , praise, extol and celebrate the good Lord .

DOXAZO 2019 is slated for Sunday 15th December 2019 at Alive Chapel International , Tesano Accra at 4PM and will feature special ministration from seasoned gospel acts including SP Kofi Sarpong, Jayana , Obaapa Christy, Piesie Esther , Tagoe sisters and more.

Joyce Blessing is known to be one of the most powerful and anointed vocalists when African gospel music is made the topic of confabulation . She owns hit songs like; I swerve You, Adam Nana, Repent, Heavy Price, Onyankopon, Monko Moakyi, Nyame Aguamma, Boot 4 Boot, The Lord’s Prayer and More.

With reference to her live ministrations and performances , she is unquestionably a crowd puller owing to her style of gospel music and Doxazo 2019 will definitely be an experience worth remembering.

Sponsors include: Joyce Blessing Help Me Grow Foundation, GTP, Borges Olive Oil, HelloGH , Verna, Remedi Entertainment , Airtel Tigo, GT Bank, Mobicom Ghana, DDP Outdoor Limited, Jayana Beauty Academy, Boomplay, and Prabon Greenfields.

Story By Jullie Jay-Kanz

From a contributor to radio discussions to a panelist, and eventually a radio show host; Ewurama Attoph one of Tamale’s finest voices has serenaded many with her infectious giggle, whilst exhibiting and in-depth understanding of issues. She’s handled different shows on Kesmi FM for the past 6years, and has performed excellently. She’s one of the most listened to radio presenters in Tamale, and has braved odds to beat Ghana’s finest to emerge the Best Female Presenter at the 2017 edition of the People’s Celebrity Awards – Ghana.

A post on her facebook page suggests she will be hosting the Angel Drive in Tamale on the 6^th of December…The question everyone is asking remains; Is Ewurama Attoh making a switch? If yes, who replaces her on Kesmi FM?

It’s very interesting the way technology continues to afford individuals and companies ways to fix societal problems whilst improving the economic well-being of society. Since art has gradually been realized as a genuine way of living a dignified life, any aspect of it that suffers a short-fall should be treated with uttermost seriousness. In prescribing solutions, one must also consider longevity, vis-à-vis sustenance. This is where Kinora stands peerless.

Kinora is a tech-based solution to the problem of film distribution in Ghana and for that matter Africa. This is the brain child of a film-maker who doubles as a computer programmer, Nii Kwate Quartey.

The above is Nii Kwate Quartey’s response to the question of what accounts for the low patronage of Movie Theatres in Ghana. Acknowledging that the above forms the basis for a discourse on what would effect a change in attitude, increase patronage, and increase the profits of film-makers; the sustenance of a burgeoning film industry therefore demandsingenious solutions. And that’s what Nii Kwate Quatey has spent the last 10years building and fine-tuning; Kinora.

Film in Ghana

Film in Ghana has taken a dip in recent years; whilst several factors have been attributed to the trend, key contributory factors remain distribution, lack of investment, and a seemingly low regard to quality. However, a critical view of the issues suggests an interwoven problem; implying that when distribution is fixed, a greater part of the problem is solved. And that is where Kinora, an ingenious tech-solution comes in.

What is Kinora

Technically, Kinora is a plethora of cinemas converging in one place, but serving communities as individual theatres. Call it a conglomerate of cinemas.It affords the general public and movie lovers the opportunity of watching their favorite movies within their immediate surroundings. Not only in their immediate surroundings, but in a cozy comfort of a hall similar to what they get at any of the prestigious cinemas across the country. This implies that, a film released can be shown in multiple locations across the country; not in the form of premiers but as a new release in the various theatres run by Kinora.

How Many Theaters has Kinora got?

Currently Kinora has 12 cinemas in Accra. And is housed in some of the most beautiful hotels in Accra.

Kinora as a Mobile App

The current version of the App only runs on android, this because of the initial target audience which is Ghana. Considering the cost involved in building the iOS version and the low usage of iOS by Ghanaians; the Ceo and sole programmer of Kinora decided to start the whole initiative on android, whilst working on the iOS versions and other ways to enhance the reach and effect of the App on the Film industry. 

What can you do on the Kinora App?

The app’s features allow movie lovers to do the following;

1. Find theatres closest to them.
2. The App allows in-app purchases of tickets via mobile money
3. Users can find films currently showing at Kinora cinemas
4. Users can watch trailers of Films
5. Box Office rankings
6. It also allows users of the app to interact with customer service to resolve issues and also answer any questions with regards to the app.

What makes Kinora Unique?

Even though the man behind Kinora is a film maker by profession, the primary focus of Kinora is to revamp the Theatre culture in Ghana; in the process, creating more revenue for film-makers. This could lead to re-investment which would in the long run affect quality positively. Kinora believes in the cross-culture effect of arts like films. It will therefore dub films in other popular languages for easy showing in more places. Whilst Kinora kicks-off in Ghana, the grand scheme involves reaching out to the general African Market.

Kinora Brings the Theatre closest to you.

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