Ghanaian Actor Harold Amenyah recently discussed the challenges facing Ghana’s film industry and blamed the lack of support from the local public for its downfall.
Amenyah highlighted the significance of inspiring and incentivizing film makers to release additional films, highlighting the critical role Ghanaian moviegoers’ attendance at theatres plays in the industry’s expansion.
Drawing comparisons between the Ghanaian and Nigerian film industries, Amenyah acknowledges Nigeria’s robust film sector, attributing it to both financial investments and strong audience turnout during premieres.
He suggests that Ghana can learn valuable lessons from Nigeria’s success by adopting similar strategies to invigorate and elevate the local film sector.
Addressing the lack of support from Ghanaian audiences, Amenyah candidly states, “Ghanaians do not support us. People wonder why they don’t see us on the screens; it’s because they are not watching and not actively seeking out local content.” He emphasises the need for Ghana to emulate Nigeria’s approach to garnering support, stating, “Nigerians are ahead of us because they receive the support. We are learning from them, and we will get there. They learn from us in terms of production and filming, but we have to learn from them in terms of support and promotion because they outperform us.”
Despite the challenges, Amenyah remains optimistic about the future of the Ghanaian film industry, expressing confidence that with the necessary support, local productions can thrive.
He urges Ghanaians to actively contribute to the industry’s growth by attending premieres and embracing local content.