Paparazzi: Eye in the Dark

Paparazzi: Eye in the Dark
Directed byBayo Akinfemi
Written byKojo Edu Ansah
Produced byClarice Kulah
Koby Maxwell
StarringVan Vicker
Syr Law
Koby Maxwell
Tchidi Chikere
Chet Anekwe
JJ Bunny
Bayo Akinfemi
CinematographyBlack Magic Tim
Edited byBlack Magic Tim
Music byKoby Maxwell
Blaise Tangelo
Paul G
Irina
Production
companies
G.M.P.
RVI Motion Media
Distributed byGreat Moments Productions
Release date
  • February 12, 2011 (2011-02-12)
Running time
144 minutes
CountryNigeria
LanguageEnglish

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

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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

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  • Van Vicker as Rich Amarah
  • Koby Maxwell as Mr. Maxx
  • Tchidi Chikere as Jimmy
  • Syr Law as Pearl Wisdoms
  • Chet Anekwe as Det. Davis
  • Bayo Akinfemi as Pat
  • JJ Bunny as Jackie
  • Princess Pursia as Donna
  • Cynthia Masasi as Tiffiany
  • Rosaline Sesay as Tess
  • B.J. Winfrey as Charles Livingston
  • Reprudencia Sonkey as Rose Fire
  • Claudia Kastellanos as Extra

Production

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Music

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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

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Awards

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  • 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

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  1. ^ Ghanacelebrities. "Sandra Rose Talks About Paparazzi". Retrieved 7 March 2011.
  2. ^ Rose, Sandra. "Sandra Rose Talks About Paparazzi". Retrieved 7 March 2011.
  3. ^ "Nollywood Director Bayo Akinfemi Talks About Paparazzi". Retrieved 7 March 2011.
  4. ^ Golden Icons, "Nollywood USA- Paparazzi" "Nollywood USA – Paparazzi | Golden Icons". Archived from the original on 2011-05-10. Retrieved 2011-02-24. Golden Icons, Inc.(2011)
  5. ^ TheAfricans, "Van Vicker ' Paparazzi ' EYE IN THE DARK Movie Review" [1] Beeafrican.com, Published September 13, 2010.
  6. ^ Syr Law wins NAFCA award. "Entertainment in Ghana". Archived from the original on 25 April 2012. Retrieved 10 October 2011.
  7. ^ Lotten B. "Hollywood Actress Syr Law talks about Paparazzi Premiere".
  8. ^ Lotten B Show. "Nollywood USA Star JJ Bunny talks about Paparazzi". Retrieved 7 March 2011.
  9. ^ www.filmafrique.com. "Paparazzi in California". Retrieved 21 September 2011.
  10. ^ Great Moments Productions, (2011)"PAPARAZZI: EYE IN THE DARK - Great Moments Productions". Archived from the original on 2011-03-14. Retrieved 2011-03-24. Official Website
  11. ^ African Angels Network in association with BeeAfrican.com (2011) [2] Archived 2011-03-08 at the Wayback Machine Movie Tickets/Promos, Retrieved 2011-02-24
  12. ^ "Koby Interview about Films US Tour". All News Ghana. Retrieved 7 March 2011.
  13. ^ Metz, Nina (24 February 2011). "Paparazzi shaping African cinema". Chicago Tribune. Archived from the original on July 12, 2012. Retrieved 7 March 2011.
  14. ^ "US AD Agency Plan B talks about Paparazzi". Plan B Ad Agency. Archived from the original on 30 April 2011. Retrieved 7 March 2011.
  15. ^ "M2 Show Tim Wilson Changes look of Nollywood". YouTube. Retrieved 7 March 2011.
  16. ^ Lotten B, (2011)[3] "Tim Wilson -Cinematographer for Paparazzi", Lotten B Show, Published 2-17-2011.
  17. ^ "Nollywood A-List Actor Van Vicker Talks about His Role". Vimeo Interview. Retrieved 7 March 2011.
  18. ^ Koby Maxwell, [4] Archived 2011-01-29 at the Wayback Machine (2011).
  19. ^ Written by Chale [5] Archived 2015-01-12 at the Wayback Machine "Do it (soundtrack video for African movie Paparazzi -Eye in the Dark)" Museke, Published September 9th, 2010.
  20. ^ Koby Maxwell, "Do it (Soundtrack video for Paparazzi - Eye in the dark" on YouTube, Published September 2010.
  21. ^ djmarcel007, "PAUL G FEAT AKON 2011 - BANG IT ALL (Official Video HD)" on YouTube, Published August 2010.
  22. ^ "Nominations". Retrieved 26 August 2011.
  23. ^ "Nominations". Archived from the original on 2012-03-31.
  24. ^ OFFICIAL AMAA SITE. "2012 NOMINATIONS". Retrieved 18 March 2012.
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