Pascal Amanfo is a Nigerian

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, based primarily in the Ghana film industry.

Early life and education

Amanfo is a native of

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Local Government Area of

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, south-eastern Nigeria. His mother is from the Esan tribe of

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, south-south region of Nigeria.

Career

In an interview on

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Ghana'' (2014), ''Amanfo described

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award-winning actor,

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as "every director's dream", particularly for his versatility and diligence to acting profession. In 2014, he was listed as one of the top Nigerian film directors by Pulse. In a 2014 interview with

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actress, Sharon Francis described Amanfo as a mentor, who deserve the praise for his tutorship in her quest for stardom. Top Ghanaian actress,

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speaking on being discovered by Amanfo, stated that he is "one of the top directors in Ghana" and has a way of making difficult situations seem effortless for crew members while on set. In 2011, Amanfo directed Single Six, starring

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and

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. In 2013, Amanfo caused a cinematic stir in Nigeria and Ghana, when his film Boko Haram debut. The film was subsequently restricted by Ghanaian authorities and was a flop in Nigeria even though the title was changed to Nation under Siege. Amanfo released a trailer for Purple Rose (2014) that stars Nse Ikpe Etim. The film is surrounded on the life of an inquisitive journalist. In 2015,

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described Amanfo's If Tomorrow never Comes as a decent effort in comparison to his previous film. It praised the cinematography, visual effects and sound used in the film.

Personal life

Amanfo is a practicing Christian. In 2015, he disclosed that he will be concentrating on living a life that pleased God.

Filmography

* Sin city (2019) * ''Bed of Roses (2011)'' *''Open Scandals (2010)'' *''Family Runs'' *''Stalemate'' (as producer) *''My Last Wedding'' (2009) * ''Corporate Maid'' (2008) * ''

Single and Married ''Single and Married'' is a 2012 Ghanaian Nigerian romantic blue comedy film, produced by Yvonne Nelson and directed by Pascal Amanfo. It stars Yvonne Nelson, Chris Attoh, Nadia Buari, Tana Adelana, Kofi Adjorlolo, Eddie Watson and Jane 'Efya ...

'' (2012) * ''Wanna Be'' (2012) * ''Grave Yard'' (2011) *''

House of Gold (film) ''House of Gold'' (released as ''Family Runs'' on DVD) is a 2013 Ghanaian-Nigerian comedy film, produced by Yvonne Nelson and directed by Pascal Amanfo. It stars Majid Michel, Yvonne Nelson, Omawumi Megbele, Mercy Chinwo, Ice Prince Zaman ...

(2013)'' *'' Nation Under Siege'' (2013) *''Letters to My Mother'' *''The Mystery of Sex'' * ''Purple Rose'' (2014) * ''If Tomorrow Never Comes'' * ''Trinity (2010)'' *''Boko Haram'' *''Husband Shopping'' (2014) * ''If You Were Mine'' (2014) * ''Stalmate'' * ''Single Six'' (2011) * ''40 Looks Good on You'' (2019)

Accolades

Ghana Movie Awards

* 2011 Ghana Movie Awards - Best Director (''Bed of Roses'') - nomination * 2012 Ghana Movie Awards - Best Director (''Single and Married'') - won * 2013 Ghana Movie Awards - Best Writing (''House of Gold'') - nomination * 2013 Ghana Movie Awards - Best Production Design (''House of Gold'') - nomination * 2014 Ghana Movie Awards - Best Director (''Single, Married and Complicated'') - nomination * 2014 Ghana Movie Awards - Best Writing (''Single, Married and Complicated'') - nomination * 2014 Ghana Movie Awards - Best Production Design (''Single, Married and Complicated'') - nomination * 2015 Ghana Movie Awards - Best Director (''If Tomorrow Never Comes'') - nomination * 2015 Ghana Movie Awards - Best Adapted or Original Screenplay (''If Tomorrow Never Comes'') - nomination

Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards

2012 Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards The 2012 Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards was the maiden edition of the ceremony to reward excellence in African cinema. It was hosted by Jim Iyke. Awards African Films Category ; Best Motion Picture * ''Unge’s War'' * ''Man on Ground'' * ...

- Best Original Screenplay (''Single Six'') - nomination *

- Best Director (Viewers' Choice) - nomination *

2013 Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards The 2013 Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards was the second edition of the ceremony to reward excellence in African cinema. It was hosted by Ramsey Nouah. Awards Categories ; Best Motion Picture * '' Brother's Keeper (2014 film)'' * '' Finding M ...

- Best Director (''House of Gold'') - nomination

Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards

* 2014 Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards - Best Writer (''Single and Married'') - nomination

References

External links

* {{DEFAULTSORT:Amanfo, Pascal Igbo people Ghanaian film directors Nigerian film directors Nigerian Christians Year of birth missing (living people) Living people People from Imo State Nigerian screenwriters Ghanaian screenwriters Nigerian film producers Nigerian emigrants to Ghana