Renowned African filmmaker Kunle Afolayan has shared photos on Instagram from his location scouting trip in Ghana for season 2 of the Netflix series, Aníkúlápó.
This follows his June announcement to film parts of the new season in Ghana, made during the Nigeria International Film and TV Summit (NIFS) in Cannes, France.
The summit saw attendance from notable industry figures, including Juliet Yaa Asantewaa Asante, CEO of Ghana’s National Film Authority.
Location scouting, or recce, is a vital pre-production step in filmmaking where potential filming sites are evaluated to match the creative vision and logistical needs of the project.
Ghana is actively inviting international filmmakers to utilize its picturesque landscapes and advanced facilities through the “Shoot in Ghana” initiative by the National Film Authority.
This initiative aims to showcase Ghana’s rich heritage and culture while generating local employment. Juliet Asante expressed her enthusiasm on Instagram, encouraging global filmmakers to capture Ghana’s beauty in their productions.
The National Film Authority is excited to collaborate with Afolayan, a prominent figure in African cinema, for the filming of Aníkúlápó scenes in Ghana.
Aníkúlápó, a four-part series, serves as a sequel to the 2022 Netflix original film and follows the story of Saro, a traditional textile weaver who arrives in Oyo and becomes involved in a complex romantic affair with Queen Arolake.
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