Ghanan filmmaker Pascal Aka (Evol, shortfilm Redemption, Interception) has been on my radar for a while since I learned of his award-winning feats from 8th Wonder Stunts and his Breakthrough Studios banner.
The once Canada-based director who has long since been building his craft for West Africa’s Ghanan audience is now returning with his latest effort, Gold Coast Lounge. The film stars Alphonse Menyo, Adjetey Anang, Raquel Ammah, Zynnell Zuh, Pascal Aka, Cina Soul Akofa Edjeani, Gideon Boakye.
An afro-noir film, set in the nightlife of post-independent Ghana. A crime family have to unite, and clean up their act before the government shuts down their lucrative lounge. After their leader is mysteriously poisoned, it is up to Daniel – the eldest – to take power. While struggling to implement his own policies, Daniel has to overcome power struggles, love-triangles, tribalism and a murder investigation.
Esi Yamoah produced the film with Aka also serving as executive producer. The film is expected to debut in Accra in January 2020. Peep the trailer above and poster below.
