I saw my father being President but it’s different stepping into his shoes –Edward Kufuor on role in ‘ The Storm’ movie
“I had the opportunity to see my father as President but it’s different being in charge. I doubt I will be able the to do it the way my dad did”, these were the words of Mr Edwward Agyekum Kufuor at the press launch of the movie, The Storm, at Bayview Village on Monday, September 16.
Edward Kufuor, son of former Ghanaian President John Agyekum Kufuor, is set to star as a president in the upcoming movie “The Storm”. The film will premiere at Silverbird Cinemas in Accra on September 21 and at Royal View Cinema in Kumasi, located inside SG Mall on September 22.
Interestingly, Edward’s father, John Agyekum Kufuor, was Ghana’s president from 2001 to 2009.
In “The Storm”, Edward Kufuor’s character faces challenges with corruption and lawlessness, and he confesses that his father did a better job as president than he does in the movie.
The patrons erupted in laughter at Kufuor’s lighthearted “confession,” further fueling anticipation for the film’s debut this weekend.
The Storm features prominent actors such as Ama K. Abebrese, Adjetey Anang, Fiifi Coleman, Samini, Salma Mumin, Edward Agyekum Kufuor, Edinam Atatsi, Diana Dugbartey and Luckie Lawson among others.
The city of Accra is plagued by a surge in criminal activity, with gangsters wreaking havoc on the community.
Against this backdrop of murder, kidnapping, and corruption, a few courageous individuals dare to fight back.
Detectives Danso (Adjetey Anang) and Lynn (Ama K. Abebrese) are the only honest members of the law enforcement team, determined to bring justice to the city.
Meanwhile, social advocate Milly (Luckie Lawson) takes on a crucial role in protecting young people from the clutches of crime.
However, their lives are forever changed when a teenage boy is brutally murdered, and three young women, including Milly’s niece, are kidnapped and killed. This sparks a dramatic shift in the narrative, as Danso and Milly join forces to combat crime and corruption head-on.
As Detective Danso works tirelessly to uncover the truth behind the teenager’s death, he is aided by Detective Lynn and often clashes with the Deputy Superintendent of Police, played by Edinam Atatsi.
Meanwhile, Milly’s advocacy work gains momentum, and she becomes a celebrity, using her platform to demand government action against criminals.
Her campaign eventually puts her at odds with the country’s President, Edward Agyekum Kufuor.
As Milly’s crusade against crime and corruption reaches a boiling point, she finds herself face-to-face with President Edward Kufuor in a tense, politically charged encounter.
Will she emerge unscathed from this pivotal meeting, or will the treacherous landscape of politics silence her voice?
Audiences will be on the edge of their seats as they await the answer to this question when the movie premieres this weekend.
Ben Owusu, director of “The Storm”, extended a warm invitation to movie lovers to experience the gripping film this weekend.
He shared the production’s remarkable journey, spanning almost three years, and honoured the memory of four cast members who passed away during filming.
The four were Antwi Boasiako, Vincent MacCauley, Ekow Blankson and Albert Jackosn-Davis who died last week
The cast also expressed lots of optimism, encouraging movie theatres to come and watch the movie.
Already, attendees at the launch are very expectant after watching bits and pieces of The Storm, having high hopes for its impact on the film industry.
