Potato Potahto
- OC Ukeje
- Joselyn Dumas
- Joke Silva
- Kemi Lala Akindoju
- Chris Attoh
- Blossom Chukwujekwu
companies
- 21 November 2017 (2017-11-21) (Nigeria)
Ghana
Potato Potahto is a 2017 Ghanaian-Nigerian romantic comedy film directed and written by Shirley Frimpong Manso which tells a story of divorce in West African society and how tricky it is.[1][2]
Plot
Potato Potahto is a Ghanaian-Nigerian comedy movie which follows the life of two partners who are forced to live their lives together in the same house after a divorce.[3][4]
Production
The film is a co-production by Nigerian companies Ascend Studios, 19 April Entertainment Virgo Sun Ltd and Lufodo Productions and was directed by Ghanaian film maker, Shirley Frimpong-Manso. It chronicles the chaotic events which take place when a divorced couple stay on together in the matrimonial home, each taking on young attractive help of the opposite sex.[5] The movie was shot within a span of two weeks, with collaborative efforts from Swedish, French, British, Nigerian and Ghanaian film producers.[6]
Cast
- Joselyn Dumas as Lulu Wilson
- Chris Attoh as Gabby
- Adjetey Anang as Ato Brown
- Nikki Samonas as Marian
- Victoria Michaels as Clarissa
- Blossom Chukwujekwu as Fred
- Kemi Lala Akindoju as Frances
- Joke Silva as Mrs. Wilson
- OC Ukeje as Tony Gyampo
- Bill Davies as Mr. Quartey
- Dinah Semevor as Mrs. Wilson's Friend
Reception
Potato Potahto was well received by the public, owing to the success Shirley Frimpong-Manso's earlier successes. The movie was rated 7.9 by users on Nollywood Reinvented.[7] Potato Potahto has seen showings at the Cannes Film Festival, Durban International Film Festival and the British Urban Film Festival. The film also featured as a part of the selections for the Film Africa Festival from October 27 to November 5. In December 2019, Potato Potahto was added officially to Netflix's catalog of movies.[8][9]
Accolades
Award | Category | Recipients and nominees | Result | Ref |
---|---|---|---|---|
Toronto Nollywood International Film Festival | Best Feature Film (Nollywood) | Potato Potahto | Won | [10] |
Best Costume | Potato Potahto | Won | ||
Special Jury Awards for Best Actor | OC Ukeje | Won | ||
Best Actor in a Supporting Role (English) | Chris Attoh | Nominated | ||
Best Actress | Joselyn Dumas | Won | ||
Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Awards | Best Actor in a Comedy | OC Ukeje | Nominated | [11] |
Best Cinematography | Kwame Amuah | Nominated | ||
Best Movie West Africa | Potato Potahto | Nominated | ||
Best Director | Shirley Frimpong-Manso | Nominated | ||
Best Overall Movie | Potato Potahto | Nominated | ||
Best Costume Designer Movie or TV Series | Christie Brown | Nominated | ||
Africa Movie Academy Award | Best Actress in a Supporting Role | Joke Silva | Won |
References
- ^ Genesis CINEMA (2017-11-05), POTATO POTAHTO - Latest Nigerian Nollywood Cinema Movie, retrieved 2018-11-16
- ^ Izuzu, Chidumga. ""Potato Potahto" is an anomaly; a comedy about divorce". Retrieved 2018-11-16.
- ^ Zindcy, Gracia. "Top 10 Best Ghanaian Movies You Must Watch Right Now!". Yen Ghana. Retrieved 1 October 2020.
- ^ Chibumga, Izuzu. ""Potato Potahto" is an anomaly; a comedy about divorce". Pulse Nigeria. Retrieved 2 October 2020.
- ^ "West African romantic comedy film 'Potato Potahto' premieres in Lagos". Vanguard. Retrieved 15 November 2018.
- ^ Gezzy, Sibisi. "Award-winning Potato Potahto shot on the Sony FS7". Screen Africa. Retrieved 2 October 2020.
- ^ "POTATO POTAHTO". Nollywood Reinvented. Retrieved 2 October 2020.
- ^ "Shirley Frimpong-Manso's 'Potato Potahto' makes it to Netflix". Graphic Showbiz. Retrieved 2 October 2020.
- ^ Julitta, Ggagbo. "Shirley Frimpong Manso's "Potato Potahto" Is Showing On Netflix". Kuul Peeps. Retrieved 2 October 2020.
- ^ "Potato Potahto Premieres at the Chelsea Film Festival - Bags 4 Awards at the Toronto Nollywood International Film Festival". Wild Flower. Retrieved 2 October 2020.
- ^ "2018 Africa Magic Viewers' Choice Awards: Shirley Frimpong-Manso's POTATO POTAHTO Keeps Ghana Afloat". Enews Ghana. Retrieved 2 October 2020.
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