We create from the heart, crafting stories that honor heritage, emotion, and the human spirit. From film to podcast, every piece reflects a journey of healing, discovery, and purpose. These works are our way of speaking truth through art and leaving something that lasts.
UNREAD follows a successful young woman whose polished online life hides a deep emotional struggle. As social media praise, workplace pressure, and emotional isolation close in around her, an unanswered cry for help forces her to confront the painful truth behind perfection, and the silent battles people hide every day.
Director Statement
'UNREAD' explores the disconnect between how people present themselves to the world and what they silently endure in private. I wanted to tell a story about emotional invisibility in an age of constant digital connection, where people can be surrounded by attention yet feel profoundly unseen.
Through quiet, intimate moments, the film examines loneliness, performance, and the human need to be genuinely acknowledged beyond curated images and appearances. At its core, 'UNREAD' is a reflection on the silent struggles many people carry behind closed doors.
— Akua Agyekumwaa
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Completed Projects
UNBROKEN follows Asantewaa, a young girl recently initiated into womanhood through the traditional Bragoro rite. Her expected celebration is interrupted by a spiritual calling to find and cast a sacred gourd into the river. However, her journey is disrupted by a violent ambush and her mother's rejection. Guided by the spirit of Yaa Asantewaa, Asantewaa finds the courage not only to face her past but also to seek justice and fulfil her purpose.
Director Statement
With UNBROKEN, I aim to empower survivors of sexual violence by sharing a culturally rich and emotionally powerful story. The film emphasizes traditional rites of passage and ancestral symbols, such as the gourd and beads, as ways to promote healing and self-esteem.
By addressing harmful societal reactions in Ghana and other African communities, particularly victim-blaming and maternal accusations, I challenge narratives that silence survivors. Referencing Yaa Asantewaa helps me connect the past and present, placing this story within a legacy of resistance and resilience.
Through naturalistic cinematography and symbolic imagery, my goal is to encourage dialogue and inspire renewal, offering survivors and audiences alike a vision of healing rooted in culture and strength.
My Journey Through Film School; Arts University of Bournemouth
