After a two-year break, the Ghana Movie Awards are returning, and there’s a lot of excitement! The organisers have revealed the nominations for this year’s ceremony, which will take place on December 24, 2024, at the Accra International Conference Centre. This event aims to celebrate the amazing talent in the Ghanaian film industry, highlighting the work of actors, actresses, directors, and producers who have made significant contributions over the past year.
The awards will present a total of 21 categories, recognising achievements in various aspects of filmmaking. Here’s a closer look at some of the key categories and their nominees:
Achievement in Cinematography
1. Kadara – Joshua Nii Dromo
2. Taste of Sin – Tunde Adekoya
3. A Country Called Ghana – Evander Kwame Agyemang
4. Pawn – Bamie Lammeh
5. Widow’s Gift – Samuel Anakwa
Achievement in Directing
1. Taste of Sin – Frank Rajah Arase
2. God is African – Pascal Amanfo
3. Pawn – Pascal Aka
4. A Country Called Ghana – Frank Gharbin
5. Widow’s Gift – Juliet Ibrahim
Achievement in Editing
1. Pawn – George Lammeh/Enoch Bentil
2. Taste of Sin – Afra Marley
3. Widow’s Gift – Vincent Abayateya Eduaba
4. Kadara – Enoch William Takyi
5. A Country Called Ghana – Walker Bentil Boateng
Achievement in Costume and Wardrobe
1. A Country Called Ghana – Kwame Amoako
2. Kadara – Kofi Mulah
3. Galamsey – Benjamin Sarpong
4. Taste of Sin – Fauzia Yakubu
5. Pawn – Belinda Abena Adoma/Deniece Annor Apo
Best Actor in a Leading Role
1. Kwadwo Nkansah (Lilwin) – A Country Called Ghana
2. James Gardiner – Taste of Sin
3. Adjetey Anang – Pawn
4. Anthony Woode – Kadara
5. Jeffery Nortey – Edge of Emotions
Best Actress in a Leading Role
1. Nadia Buari – Forever in a Night
2. Jackie Appiah – Red Carpet
3. Bless Fortune – If God is African
4. Nana Ama McBrown – Galamsey
5. Emelia Brobbey – Big Six
Best Picture
1. Red Carpet – Samira Yakubu
2. Taste of Sin – Samira Yakubu and Dominion TV
3. God is African – Pascal Amanfo
4. A Country Called Ghana – Kwadwo Nkansah (Lilwin)
5. Pawn – Nana Agyeiwaa Adofo
Special Categories
The awards also include special categories such as:
– Best Short Movie
– Best Documentary
– Discovery of the Year
This year’s nominees showcase a wide range of stories and talents, highlighting the growth and creativity within the Ghanaian film industry.
The 2024 Ghana Movie Awards promise to be an exciting celebration of film and talent in Ghana, bringing together industry professionals and fans alike to honour outstanding achievements in cinema. As the date approaches, anticipation builds for what will surely be a memorable night for everyone involved.
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