Shirley Frimpong-Manso back with ‘Checkmate’

Written by Ameyaw Debrah | March 15, 2010 | Leave a Comment

Ghanaian filmmaker, Shirley Frimpong-Manso may be saying ‘Checkmate’ in her latest production but certainly, this is not the end of her wonderful works. While her last two productions, ‘Perfect Picture’ and ‘A sting in a Tale’ continue to receive critical and commercial acclaim she is set to dazzle audiences yet again with the thriller, ‘Checkmate’ premiering in Ghana on April 1.

‘Checkmate’ revolves around a young man, Kwame who has made all the right moves in his life; a good job, a beautiful devoted wife, an adorable child, and an impending promotion as a senior customs officer at the airport. But what seems like a typical guys’ hangout on a weekend away from home in the company of his new friend and mentor, Kiki turns out to be a bad move with dire consequences for Kwame. After losing a game of Chess, he succumbs to a bet to seduce the attractive, sexy Caroline. » Read more…

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We are still together!

Written by Ameyaw Debrah | July 2, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Yes, the Hollywood styled love affair between Ghanaian movie superstar Nadia Buari and Chelsea footballer, Michael Essien is alive and brewing. The couple may not be Posh and Beck but they have certainly received their share of media attention for their highly publicised relationship. » Read more…

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Vashti Jones – A Promising Light Snuffed Out

Written by Shirlene Alusa-Brown | June 19, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Jamati sends it’s condolences to the family of actress Vashti Jones who passed away in Ghana on June 17, 2008 from complications due to a sinus and cold infection.

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