25 Years Anniversary: Lancelot Imasuen Gives Back, Calls For Audition For ‘Gbege’
In furtherance of his 25 years Silver Jubilee celebrations of great works behind the cameras, Edo born multiple award-winning filmmaker and culture activist, Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen will be commencing the production of a blockbuster movie that will star some of Nigerian best acts.
Ambassador Lancelot Imasuen who was recently named by the Federal Government of Nigerian through the Film and Video Censors Board as one of the icons that have helped shape the video and film industry in Nigeria’s 60 years of independence is undoubtedly a game-changer in Nigeria film industry.
In a chat, the culture and art merchant said; “The roll call of artists already scheduled to feature on this movie is unbelievable. Assembling such a great cast for a single production is nothing short of Gbege… well the movie is titled Gbege’… aka ‘Omodion Saga.’
Known for so many blockbuster movies, Lancelot is one man that has contributed immensely to the growth of the movie industry in Nigeria.
Meanwhile, auditioning for other casts is set for Tuesday, November 10, at the premises of Benin film Academy, 69, Airport Road Benin City Edo.
Also, on Wednesday, 11th a Production Masterclass will be held to further open up production minds within and outside Edo State and the whole of Niger Delta for new tricks, techniques, and demands of present day cinema.
Facilitators of the Masterclass production will include Amb Lancelot Oduwa Imasuen, prolific Emmanuel Eyaba, a top-rated Nigerian/American trained filmmaker with tons of awards and movies to his credit, and Mr. Leo Okwese, another top-rated production designer, special effect director, and filmmaker.