Potato Potahto Finally Heads To Africa
After being screened across several film festivals across the world, Sparrow Production’s ‘Potato Potahto’ finally comes to Africa.
The movie will kick off its cinematic release in the African continent from November.
Potato Potahto opens in Nigerian and South African cinemas on the 24th of November then come to the Ghanaian screens on the 30th of November.
The movie was directed by award winning Ghanaian film maker Shirley Frimpong-Manso. The film stars OC Ukeje, Joselyn Dumas, Joke Silva, Blossom Chukwujekwu, Chris Attoh, LalaAkindoju, AdjeteyAnang, Victoria Michaels and Nikki Samonas.
Potato Potahto tells the story of a divorced couple whose plans to share their matrimonial home results in chaos after the husband, Tony, brings in an attractive female house help. When his ex-wife, Lulu, then hires an attractive young man to help her out, a roller coaster ride of laughter, jealousy and tears ensues.
Producer of the movie, Inya Lawal is excited about the movie’s upcoming cinematic release. “We have taken Potato Potahto round the world to an incredibly warm reception, we cannot wait to bring it to cinemas home in Africa, this is just the beginning, “ she explained
Furthermore, director Shirley Frimpong-Manso spoke about the whirlwind journey the film has taken. “It has been a whirlwind taking our labour of love across the world. I have truly been overwhelmed by the universal acceptance of the movie, the unusual storyline and our incredible cast; I look forward to when Potato Potahto finally hits the cinemas.”
Potato Potahto has been screened to rave reviews at the Cannes Film Festival, the Durban International Film Festival, the British Urban Film Festival, and theSilicon Valley African Film Festival.
A lot of Ghanaians have been waiting for the film to premiere in the country. We at Ghafla are also eagerly awaiting the release to bring you all the pictures.
