Pascal Amanfo is a Nigerian

film director A film director controls a film's artistic and dramatic aspects and visualizes the screenplay (or script) while guiding the film crew and actors in the fulfilment of that vision. The director has a key role in choosing the cast members, ...

, based primarily in the Ghana film industry.

Early life and education

Amanfo is a native of Awo Omamma in Oru East,

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. His mother is from the Esan tribe of

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Career

In an interview on

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Ghana'' (2014), Amanfo described

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award-winning actor, Adjetey Anang 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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'',

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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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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

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. 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. He was separated from his wife for some months before reconciling then getting a sponsor for his vow renewal.

Filmography

* Sin city * ''Bed of Roses'' *''Open Scandals'' *''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 ...

'' * ''Wanna Be'' * ''Grave Yard'' *''

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 Zamani, E ...

'' *''Letters to My Mother'' *''The Mystery of Sex'' * ''Purple Rose'' * ''If Tomorrow Never Comes'' * ''Trinity'' *''Boko Haram'' *''Husband Shopping'' * ''If You Were Mine'' * ''Stalmate'' * ''Single Six'' * 40 Looks Good on You

Accolades

Ghana Movie Awards

2011 Ghana Movie Awards The 2011 Ghana Movie Awards was the second edition of the ceremony to reward film practitioners in the Ghana Film Industry. The event was held at Accra International Conference center on 25 December 2011. Winners included Kimberly Elise, Majid Miche ...

- Best Director (''Bed of Roses'') - nomination *

2012 Ghana Movie Awards The 2012 Ghana Movie Awards was the third edition of the ceremony to reward excellence in the Ghanaian Film Industry. The event was held at Accra International Conference Center on December 2, 2012. The nomination party took place on November 26, ...

- Best Director (''Single and Married'') - won *

2013 Ghana Movie Awards The 2013 Ghana Movie Awards was held at the Accra International Conference Center on 30 December 2013. ''A Northern Affair'' and ''Contract'' were the top winners for the night. Awards Category ; Best Original Score *Ivan Ayitey - ''Contract'' *B ...

- Best Writing (''House of Gold'') - nomination *

- Best Production Design (''House of Gold'') - nomination *

2014 Ghana Movie Awards The 2014 Ghana Movie Awards were held at the Accra International Conference Center on 30 December 2014. Awards ; Actor in a Leading Role * John Dumelo – ''Love or Something Like That'' * James Gardiner, Eddie Watson, Elikem Kumordzie – ''Bach ...

- Best Director (''Single, Married and Complicated'') - nomination *

- Best Writing (''Single, Married and Complicated'') - nomination *

- Best Production Design (''Single, Married and Complicated'') - nomination *

2015 Ghana Movie Awards The 2015 Ghana Movie Awards was held at the Accra International Conference Center on 30 December 2015. Awards This is a list of nominations. Winners were announced on 30 December 2015. References {{Ghana Movie Awards Ghana Movie Awards ...

- Best Director (''If Tomorrow Never Comes'') - nomination *

- 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 The 2014 Africa Magic Viewers Choice Awards was held on March 8, 2014 at the Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, Nigeria. Osas Ighodaro Osas Ighodaro (Osariemen Martha Elizabeth Ighodaro; born 26 October) is a Nigerian American ac ...

- 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