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Blitz The Ambassador signed by American Talent Agency Paradigm

Ghanaian film maker and artiste, Blitz The Ambassador has been signed by American talent agency, Paradigm. The agency will represent the ‘Burial of Kojo’ writer and director in film, and music touring. It is a plus for Blitz whose directorial debut has received rave reviews from publications including The New York Times, The New Yorker, and Variety. With a 30-year record, Paradigm provides global representation to “artistes and content creators in television, live music, motion pictures, theatre, digital, book publishing, content finance, and brand partnerships.” Ava DuVernay’s ARRAY acquired distribution rights for the film in United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand. “Through his fantastic film, director Samuel “Blitz” Bazawule weaves African mythology and socio-political issues into a stunning tapestry punctuated by both drama and dreams,”  said ARRAY’s Vice President Tilane Jones.  “We are proud to present the gorgeous Ghanaian film,...

Blitz The Ambassador’s ‘The Burial of Kojo’ to debut on Netflix

‘ The Burial of Kojo ‘ movie by Ghanaian artiste and filmmaker, Blitz The Ambassador will debut on Netflix on March 31, 2019. It follows the acquisition of the drama by independent distribution company, ARRAY owned by award-winning filmmaker, Ava DuVernay. “I wanted to distribute this film from the minute I heard  @ BlitzAmbassador  was making it. My dream came true. Proud to announce the 22nd release from  @ ArrayNow . The gorgeous Ghanaian gem THE BURIAL OF KOJO. Hitting Netflix and local screens March 31. Can’t wait for folks to see!” reads the tweet by DuVernay announcing the deal. The company acquired distribution rights for the film in United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, and New Zealand. “Through his fantastic film, director Samuel “Blitz” Bazawule weaves African mythology and socio-political issues into a stunning tapestry punctuated by both drama and dreams,”  says ARRAY’s Vice President Tilane Jones.  “We are proud to pre...