Entertainment
Kofi Adjorlolo honoured at TAFF 2021 as African Film Legend
Veteran Ghanaian actor and film producer, Mr. Kofi Adjorlolo, has been honoured by the African Film Legend at The African Film Festival 2021 awards ceremony.
The five-day annual festival which was held from June 1 to 5, was organised through a virtual ceremony in Accra due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
His award was for Best Actor in a Lead role and four times Best Actor in a Supporting Role at the Ghana Movie Awards.
The citation read, “For the immense contribution of Mr Adjorlolo in the film industry in Ghana and beyond, the utmost credible and much valued film festival and the biggest major African Film Streaming and Distribution site rootflix honours him as the African Film Legend 2021 for his indelibly tangible contribution, impact, made to uplift the industry.”
The African Film Festival is a global Film Festival which awards, rewards African films, African filmmakers, actors, a festival that puts African films on the global market.
The festival has honoured many renowned filmmakers all over Africa and some in the diaspora.
Other prestigious awards he has won are the African Movie Academy Awards, the African Magic Viewers Choice Awards, Golden Image Award from former Liberian President, Mrs. Ellen Johnson Sirleaf and the Best Cameo Actor at the 2011 Ghana Movie Awards.
Born March 23, 1956, at Keta in the Volta Region, Kofi Adjorlolo is a major stakeholder in the film industry in Ghana and Africa at large.
By Norman Cooper
Entertainment
‘Crossing Paths’premieres tomorrow
Reverend Charlene Quaye, Executive Producer for Diamond Pillar Production, is set to premiere a must watch Christian romantic drama titled ‘Crossing Paths’ today at the Silverbird Cinemas at Accra Mall and West Hills Mall.
The film promises to captivate audiences with its moving portrayal of love found in unexpected places, brought to life by some of Ghana’s most celebrated actors.
Rev. Quaye told The Spectator that the film’s central message was beautifully summed up in the timeless biblical verse: “In His time, He makes all things beautiful.”
According to her, through laughter, tears, and transformation, ‘Crossing Paths’ reminds viewers that love often arrives when least expected and that with patience, support, and open hearts, even the most unlikely relationships can blossom.
Directed by renowned filmmaker Pascal Amanfo, the cast includes Joyce Ama Maanu, Edwin Agbeli Jnr, Bella Agyemang, Omari Dwamena, Don K. Kingsley Yamoah, and Charlene Quaye.
Other veteran actress Irene Opare and the ever-versatile Roselyn Ngissah, alongside Jessica Williams and Peter Ritchie, also features in ‘Crossing Paths’ which explores the emotional journeys of three couples who discover love through chance encounters, faith, and personal growth.
By Linda Abrefi Wadie
Entertainment
Barima Amo set to thrillpatrons at International AmoFest 2025
All is set for an awe-inspiring experience at this year’s International AmoFest, slated for Saturday, July 5, 2025 at the Alliance Française.
According to the organisers, this edition would be bigger than ever.
As part of the festival, the day ahead of the event has been earmarked for an exclusive workshop with the guest artistes from the Netherlands.
Patrons of the workshop will discuss topics like; ‘the Ghanaian musicians as part of the global creative community’ and other issues like ‘financial literacy in the arts’.
The session would be addressed by bankers, the tourism sector players, government stakeholders and representatives from SSNIT.
“I’m taking it back to the beginning with unforgettable songs from my very first CD release,” Amo revealed.
According to him, “I want to hear from you, let me know which songs you want to hear me perform, share your favourite throwbacks, and let’s create a set list together.”
Patrons will enjoy performances from soulful Ebony Winters and the genre-blending Kotokid, both from the Netherlands.
Revellers would have an unforgettable experience with the incredible
By Edem Mensah-Tsotorme
