Ghanaian actress Gloria Sarfo has fired back at critics within the creative arts space, accusing them of hypocrisy and betrayal after facing backlash for her remarks on the state of the country’s film industry.
The outspoken actress had earlier voiced her disappointment over what she described as the near-collapse of Ghana’s movie sector, citing inconsistent productions and the underutilization of local talent. She contrasted this with Nigeria’s thriving industry, where actors are frequently engaged in continuous projects.
However, her comments triggered criticism from some stakeholders and social media users, who accused her of belittling the local industry and seeking attention.
In a strongly worded post, Gloria defended her position, stressing that her concerns came from a place of sincerity.
“God knows I didn’t post that for clout chasing. God knows I had good intentions. Even the young ones I was intentionally fighting for came to express their ignorance and disrespect me. And pundits sit on national television and radio to insult and demean my personality and brand.”
She described the film industry as one marked by pretence—where stakeholders publicly claim all is well while privately acknowledging deep-rooted issues.
“Let’s all pretend that it is all rosy publicly and cry privately. Yes, we have a perfect industry—one that is solid, no talent is being wasted, producers treat actors very well and pay them good. Ghanaian filmmakers produce 1,000 movies every year. Until then, I wish everyone all the best.”
Gloria hinted at stepping back from advocacy and focusing on building her personal brand, suggesting that the industry may not be worth the fight.
Her remarks have reignited debate online, with some fellow creatives backing her stance while others call for unity over division.