There has been a lot of buzz on social media lately about the Ghanaian movie, Funny Face, and whether it was actually filmed in Paris as claimed. Let’s dive into this controversy and explore the facts.
The Plot of Funny Face
Funny Face is a Ghanaian comedy-drama movie that tells the story of a struggling comedian named Benson Ohene Oduro Boateng (played by actor and comedian Funny Face) who dreams of making it big in the entertainment industry. He gets his big break when he is invited to perform at a comedy club in Paris, France.
The Alleged Filming Location
According to the movie’s production company, Swagonline Productions, Funny Face was shot on location in Paris, France. However, many people on social media have raised doubts about this claim.
The Evidence Against Filming in Paris
One of the main pieces of evidence against the claim that Funny Face was filmed in Paris is that there are several scenes in the movie that appear to have been shot in Ghana. For example, there are scenes where characters are driving on roads with Ghanaian license plates and buildings with signs written in both French and English.
Additionally, some eagle-eyed viewers have pointed out that some of the landmarks featured in the movie do not actually exist in Paris. For example, there is a scene where Benson is seen walking past a sign for “Rue de la Comédie Africaine” – however, there is no such street name in Paris.
- Another piece of evidence against filming in Paris is that none of the cast or crew members have shared any behind-the-scenes photos or videos from their time on location.
- Furthermore, many people have noted that there are no French actors or extras visible throughout the film.
- Lastly, some viewers have pointed out that some scenes appear to have been filmed in front of a green screen, rather than on location in Paris.
The Counterarguments
On the other hand, there are some arguments in favor of the claim that Funny Face was indeed filmed in Paris.
For example, Swagonline Productions has released a behind-the-scenes video on YouTube that shows some of the cast and crew members filming scenes on location in Paris. Additionally, there are several scenes throughout the movie that feature recognizable landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre Museum.
Furthermore, it is possible that some of the scenes that appear to have been shot in Ghana were actually shot on location in Paris but then edited to include Ghanaian elements. This would explain why there are scenes with both French and English writing visible.
Conclusion
In conclusion, while there is evidence both for and against the claim that Funny Face was filmed in Paris, it is ultimately impossible to say for certain without an official statement from Swagonline Productions or the cast and crew members themselves. Regardless of where it was filmed, however, Funny Face remains a popular and entertaining movie that has captured audiences across Ghana and beyond.