Cinema enthusiasts in the Greater Accra Region can brace up for some thrilling moments as the highly anticipated action-comedy, ‘Hero’s Ride: Baby Thief’, premieres on December 12 at the Accra Mall and Weija Silverbird Cinemas.
Written and directed by Kwame Boadi, the film is a sort of odyssey that takes its hero, a Bolt driver named Ben, on a journey where his sharp instincts set him apart as he battles crime in the city.
Alongside tackling the serious theme of vigilance, ‘Hero’s Ride: Baby Thief’alsoembraces large doses of entertainment and humour. The cast includes Ben Affat, Gloria Sarfo, Andrew Adote Tandoh, Nikki Samonas, and Bukom Banku who appears as the menacing but humorous enforcer, Banku.
The story follows Ben, an ordinary driver who refuses to look away when he stumbles upon a criminal syndicate. In a world where many would drive past, Ben stops to help, partnering with the police to solve problems and proving that heroism is simply about the courage to act.
The film is perhaps Kwame Boadi’s most daring work as he delves into the issue of social relevance and what ordinary folks could contribute to help maintain safety and orderliness in their communities. Previous work done by Boadi and his colleagues at Ghanaian cinema production outfit AI Media includes the ‘Sun City’ television series, ‘Gold Coast’ feature film and the ‘Omo Ghana: Man For Chop’ docu-drama.
In the film director’s view, this new product signals a brave new era for Ghanaian storytelling as the narrative is anchored by the Akoben, a traditional Adinkra symbol representing a war horn.
“The film uses this symbol to project a philosophy of vigilance and readiness to serve. It represents a modern clarion call for responsible citizenship, encouraging audiences to be alert to injustice in their communities just as Ben remains watchful on the streets of Accra,” says Boadi.
The film’s Technical Producer, Oliver Safo, emphasises that ‘Hero’s Ride: Baby Thief’ tactfully integrates tradition and futurism as it brings on board new and experimental ideas to express the growth of the protagonist.
The film’s premiere is accompanied by the release of a dedicated soundtrack album and music video, featuring Afrobeats rhythms designed to serve as a sonic call to action for the youth.
According to the Technical Producer, the film has elicited institutional praise from outfits like the Ghana Police Service, the National Folklore Board and the National Film Authority for various aspects of its insightful content.
‘Hero’s Ride: Baby Thief’ is the result of a collaboration between AI Media and Petrosol Platinum Energy.
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