- Several Ghanaian filmmakers and creatives have contributed to The Eyes of Ghana, a documentary exploring Ghana’s history through rare footage captured by veteran cameraman Chris Hesse
- Ghanaian contributors include producer Nana Adwoa Frimpong, filmmaker Anita Afonu, co-producers Yaw Amponsah Apenteng and Justice Baidoo, assistant editor Annabelle Toe, and musician Dela Botri
- The documentary is directed by two-time Oscar-winning filmmaker Ben Proudfoot, with Barack and Michelle Obama serving as executive producers and American streamer IShowSpeed joining as a producer
Several Ghanaian filmmakers and creatives are gaining recognition for their contributions to The Eyes of Ghana, a documentary backed by former US President Barack Obama and his wife, Michelle Obama.
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The film explores Ghana’s history through rare footage preserved by Chris Hesse, a veteran Ghanaian cameraman who worked closely with the country’s first president, Kwame Nkrumah.
While international figures involved in the production have attracted attention, Ghanaian professionals have also played important roles in bringing the documentary to audiences.
Meet the Ghanaian creatives behind the documentary
At the centre of The Eyes of Ghana is Chris Hesse, the veteran cinematographer who documented important moments during Ghana’s independence era.
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Hesse worked as Nkrumah’s personal cameraman and preserved more than 1,300 film reels recording significant events in Ghana’s history.
Another Ghanaian contributor is Nana Adwoa Frimpong, who serves as a producer on the project.
Anita Afonu, a Ghanaian filmmaker, is also a producer and storyteller. She appears in the documentary alongside Hesse, helping to preserve and share his historical recordings.
Yaw Amponsah Apenteng and Justice Baidoo are among the Ghanaian creatives credited as co-producers, highlighting the involvement of local talent in a project attracting international attention.
Other talents involved
The documentary’s production team also includes Annabelle Toe, a Ghanaian-American creative credited as an assistant editor.
Ghanaian musician Dela Botri is another contributor, appearing in the production credits as a featured instrumentalist.
The documentary’s official Instagram account has highlighted these individuals in posts acknowledging their contributions to the production.
Their involvement reflects the range of creative work required to bring Hesse’s historical footage and experiences to the screen as reported by Yen News.
When will The Eyes of Ghana be released?
Directed by two-time Oscar-winning filmmaker Ben Proudfoot, The Eyes of Ghana has attracted attention for its focus on Ghana’s history and the preservation of rare archival footage.
Barack and Michelle Obama serve as executive producers, while IShowSpeed, whose real name is Darren Watkins Jr., is also credited as a producer.
The documentary is scheduled for a special theatrical screening in the United States and Canada on October 28, 2026.
For the Ghanaian creatives involved, the production offers an opportunity to bring an important part of their country’s history to a wider international audience.
IShowSpeed shares The Eyes of Ghana trailer
On October 15, 2026, IShowSpeed shared the documentary’s trailer during a livestream and announced its cinema release date.
The 21-year-old American streamer said he had already watched the film and described it as educational and impressive.
His involvement has brought additional attention to the project among his large international following.
With Ghanaian filmmakers and creatives contributing behind the scenes, The Eyes of Ghana brings together local talent and international production partners to tell a story rooted in Ghana’s past.
Source: TUKO.co.ke