Paparazzi: Eye in the Dark
| Paparazzi: Eye in the Dark | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Directed by | Bayo Akinfemi |
| Produced by |
Clarice Kulah Koby Maxwell |
| Written by | Kojo Edu Ansah |
| Starring |
Van Vicker Syr Law Koby Maxwell Tchidi Chikere Chet Anekwe JJ Bunny Bayo Akinfemi |
| Music by |
Koby Maxwell Blaise Tangelo Paul G Irina |
| Cinematography | Black Magic Tim |
| Edited by | Black Magic Tim |
Production company |
G.M.P. RVI Motion Media |
| Distributed by | Great Moments Productions |
Release date |
|
Running time | 144 minutes |
| Country | Nigeria |
| Language | English |
Paparazzi: Eye in the Dark is a 2011 romantic mystery film[1][2] directed by Bayo Akinfemi[3] and starring Van Vicker,[4][5] Koby Maxwell, Tchidi Chikere, Syr Law,[6][7] JJ Bunny[8] and Chet Anekwe. The film depicts the adventures of an aspiring photographer whose accidental picture exposes an infamous murder mystery. The film was initially slated for a direct-to-video release but as of February, 2011 was scheduled for a multiple-city limited theatrical release.[9][10][11][12] Made for a low six-figure budget and filmed over the course of 19 days, the film has been known in the Nollywood USA market as the film that has changed the look and sound of Nollywood by introducing a more western approach to production quality.[13][14] Notably the filmmakers employed the experience of an American filmmaker (Tim "Black Magic Tim" Wilson)[15] to serve as cinematographer[16] and editor.
Plot
Aspiring photographer Rich Amarah (Van Vicker)[17] dreams of making his fortune through his art but finds the life of being a sneaky paparazzi spy more lucrative. By selling pictures to the national newspapers, he has the opportunity to rub shoulders with the rich and famous. Superstar Ghanaian recording artist Mr. Maxx (Koby Maxwell) is at the top of the paparazzi food chain, and Rich's appetite for success leads him into a whirlwind of chaos when he accidentally films the "scoop of the century". This event not only becomes the paper's biggest exclusive but threatens his very survival as he alone holds the images to the city's biggest murder mystery.
Cast
- Van Vicker as Rich Amarah
- Koby Maxwell as Mr Maxx
- Tchidi Chikere as Jimmy
- Syr Law as Pearl
- Chet Anekwe as Davis
- Bayo Akinfemi as Pat
- JJ Bunny as Jackie
- Princess Pursia as Donna
Production
Music
The soundtrack contains numerous tracks from artists of Nigeria, Ghana and the United States. Koby Maxwell[18] introduces his song "Do It"[19][20] as well as "Facebook Girl". Paul G has several tracks as well which include "Let It Flow" and "These Girls". Paul G has notably released a music video with recording artist Akon; called "Bang It All".[21] New artist Irina also debuts her tracks "So Free" and "Cega".
Nominations
- 2011 WMIFF: Best Cinematography in a Feature Film[22]
- 2011 WMIFF: Best Cinematography DMV
- 2011 WMIFF: Best Screenplay in a Feature Film
- 2011 WMIFF: Best Original Sound
- 2011 WMIFF: Best Actor in a Feature Film
- 2011 WMIFF: Best Actress in a Feature Film
- 2011 NAFC Awards: Best Film in the Diaspora[23]
- 2011 NAFC Awards: Best Film
- 2011 NAFC Awards: Best Soundtrack
- 2011 NAFC Awards: Best Drama in the Diaspora
- 2011 NAFC Awards: Best Director in the Diaspora
- 2011 NAFC Awards: Best Actress in a Leading Role
- 2011 NAFC Awards: Best Actor in a Supporting Role
- 2011 GHANA MOVIE Awards: Best Visual Effects
- 2011 GHANA MOVIE Awards: Best Sound Editing and Mixing
- 2011 GHANA MOVIE Awards: Best Original Music
- 2012 Pan African Film Festival: Official Selection
- 2012 AFRICAN MOVIE Academy Awards: Best Film By An African Living Aboard[24]
Awards
- 2011 WMIFF: Best Cinematography
- 2011 NAFCA: Best Film in the Diaspora
- 2011 NAFCA: Best Director in the Diaspora
- 2011 NAFCA: Best Cinematography in the Diaspora
- 2011 NAFCA: Best Actress in Leading Role
- 2011 NAFCA: Best Actor in a Supporting Role
References
- ↑ Ghanacelebrities. "Sandra Rose Talks About Paparazzi". Retrieved 7 March 2011.
- ↑ Rose, Sandra. "Sandra Rose Talks About Paparazzi". Retrieved 7 March 2011.
- ↑ "Nollywood Director Bayo Akinfemi Talks About Paparazzi". Retrieved 7 March 2011.
- ↑ Golden Icons, "Nollywood USA- Paparazzi" Golden Icons, Inc.(2011)
- ↑ TheAfricans, "Van Vicker ' Paparazzi ' EYE IN THE DARK Movie Review" Beeafrican.com, Published September 13, 2010.
- ↑ Syr Law wins NAFCA award. "Entertainment in Ghana". Retrieved 10 October 2011.
- ↑ Lotten B. "Hollywood Actress Syr Law talks about Paparazzi Premiere".
- ↑ Lotten B Show. "Nollywood USA Star JJ Bunny talks about Paparazzi". Retrieved 7 March 2011.
- ↑ www.filmafrique.com. "Paparazzi in California". Retrieved 21 September 2011.
- ↑ Great Moments Productions, (2011) Official Website
- ↑ African Angels Network in association with BeeAfrican.com (2011) Movie Tickets/Promos, Retrieved 2011-02-24
- ↑ "Koby Interview about Films US Tour". All News Ghana. Retrieved 7 March 2011.
- ↑ Metz, Nina (24 February 2011). "Paparazzi shaping African cinema". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved 7 March 2011.
- ↑ "US AD Agency Plan B talks about Paparazzi". Plan B Ad Agency. Retrieved 7 March 2011.
- ↑ "M2 Show Tim Wilson Changes look of Nollywood". Retrieved 7 March 2011.
- ↑ Lotten B, (2011) "Tim Wilson -Cinematographer for Paparazzi", Lotten B Show, Published 2-17-2011.
- ↑ "Nollywood A-List Actor Van Vicker Talks about His Role". Vimeo Interview. Retrieved 7 March 2011.
- ↑ Koby Maxwell, (2011).
- ↑ Written by Chale "Do it (soundtrack video for African movie Paparazzi -Eye in the Dark)" Museke, Published September 9th, 2010.
- ↑ Koby Maxwell, "Do it (Soundtrack video for Paparazzi - Eye in the dark" on YouTube, Published September 2010.
- ↑ djmarcel007, "PAUL G FEAT AKON 2011 - BANG IT ALL (Official Video HD)" on YouTube, Published August 2010.
- ↑ "Nominations". Retrieved 26 August 2011.
- ↑ "Nominations".
- ↑ OFFICIAL AMAA SITE. "2012 NOMINATIONS". Retrieved 18 March 2012.